Juan María Lamo
Linklaters
Linklaters
Client SatisfactionMaintaining a strong presence in Spain’s debt capital markets, Linklaters is home to an ‘excellent fixed income practice with a very high technical and working capacity’. The team regularly advises major issuers and financial institutions on a wide array of matters, from standalone bond issues and MTN programmes to regulatory capital instruments, convertible bonds, high-yield offerings, and securitisations. Jorge Alegre, Federico Briano, and Pablo Medina jointly lead the practice; Alegre’s experience spans both equity and debt offerings, Briano provides specialised knowledge in complex cross-border transactions as an English law-qualified partner, and Medina offers deep insight into equity offerings, debt issues, hybrid instruments, and M&A deals with capital markets components. Juan María Lamo stands out for his experience in securitisations, a key area of activity for the team. Yiannis Kyriakides is also a notable name within the group for his work on debt issues and structured finance. Former co-head Iñigo Berricano is no longer at the firm.
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‘Availability due to the large team and the willingness of all team members, from junior associates to partners. Effective and pragmatic advice, focused on the client. Diversity in the team. Very reasonable billing proposals, considering the excellent quality of service.'
‘Specialised and personalised advice on a highly technical subject. The Linklaters team knows how to communicate highly complex issues in a simple and approachable way. This is essential for the client to make decisions. They know the client's preferences well and act accordingly. Federico Briano is a special mention.'
'Jorge Alegre, Juan María Lamo, Federico Briano and Pablo Medina are recommended.'
'Linklaters has an excellent fixed income practice with a very high technical and working capacity.'
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Jorge Alegre
LinklatersFederico Briano
LinklatersNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Pablo Medina
LinklatersPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jorge Alegre, Federico Briano, Pablo Medina