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Capital markets: Debt

Ramón y Cajal Abogados

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'Made up of a group of lawyers dedicated solely to capital markets and characterised by great efficiency', the team at Ramón y Cajal Abogados demonstrates key expertise in EMTN and other debt issuance programmes, debt offerings, securitisations as well as regulatory matters. Carlos Lao, a key figure in the practice, brings extensive experience in cross-border transactions, particularly in the US and European markets. His areas of focus include high-yield deals, green bonds, commercial paper notes, and securitisations. Fellow co-head Lucía García Clavería is proficient in DCM and ECM matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘This is a team specialised in the field, made up of a group of lawyers dedicated solely to capital markets and characterised by great efficiency. All of its professionals have extensive experience in fixed-income deals and are fully aware of the latest developments in the market. This is a proactive team accustomed to foreseeing future risks, which is extremely reassuring to work with.'

  • ‘Beyond their knowledge and experience in the field, they are pragmatic professionals focused on resolving problems in the most effective way possible. All the lawyers I have had the opportunity to deal with have demonstrated a friendly approach and attention to detail, all combined with a fast and high-quality service.

  • ‘Great team, always available. ’

  • ‘Carlos Lao - he also familiarises himself with difficult details of regulation in a very short time.’

Key clients

  • Inmobiliaria Colonial
  • Bankinter
  • Grenergy
  • Repsol
  • Canadian Solar
  • Grupo Amper
  • Electrobas
  • Montepino Logística
  • DXN Holdings
  • SAREB (a Spanish Government-owned company)
  • Clerhp

Work highlights

  • Advised SAREB (Spanish Government-owned company) in connection with a €10.25bn bond offering and a €4bn bond offering.
  • Advised Colonial in connection with a €70m “tap bond offering” and a €130m “tap bond offering” under its €5bn EMTN programme.
  • Advised Grupo Amper on the renewal of its €80m commercial paper programme registered with the MARF (a Spanish multilateral trading facility).

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Carlos Lao, Lucía García

Other key lawyers

Pablo Tejerizo