Ignacio Ruiz-Cámara
Hall of fameA&O Shearman
A&O Shearman
Client SatisfactionA&O Shearman ‘excels due to its high level of execution in transactions’, standing out for its expert knowledge of the energy and projects sectors. Renewable energy specialist Vanessa Cuellas regularly leads domestic and cross-border teams on corporate and project financing matters, bringing particular expertise to the wind and solar power sectors. Ignacio Ruiz-Cámara bolsters the firm’s financing know-how and often acts for lenders in major acquisition finance mandates. Further financing experts include Charles Poole-Warren, who advises financial institutions on transactions in the energy transition and digital infrastructure spaces, and Jimena Urretavizcaya, who assists lenders in the financing and refinancing of large-scale projects.
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Testimonials
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‘They are part of your team almost instantly, always ready to understand our specific needs and tailor their services accordingly. Their deep knowledge of our industry and ability to translate complex legal concepts into simple terms is invaluable.'
'This team is not only legally competent, but also proactive and collaborative, always looking for creative solutions to our challenges. What stands out most is their focus on building long-term relationships based on mutual trust.’
‘The firm stands out for its culture of collaboration and excellence. All lawyers, from partners to junior associates, share a strong commitment to client satisfaction, a proactive approach, and an ability to work as a team.’
‘The experience, quality of customer service and the work done by Vanessa Cuellas and Nuria Ferré is great.’
‘Vanessa Cuellas' team excels due to its high level of execution in transactions. It stands out for its knowledge of the sector and the certainty and speed of execution. The team brings a very high level of preparation and knowledge of the aspects in which they were advising, as well as remarkable quality of work.'
Key clients
- Banco Santander
- Repsol
- Morgan Stanley
- Bruc Energy
- Adamo Telecom
- Acciona
- Cepsa
- Saudi Aramco
- Solarpack
- Q Energy
- Matrix Renewables
- Sonnedix
- Finnerge
- Ventient
Work highlights
- Advised Deutsche Bank, ING and UniCredit as bookrunners and underwriters in connection with the debt financing for the €5bn acquisition of Vodafone Spain by Zegona.
- Assisted the pool of banks in the €3.5bn financing of INEOS for the construction and operation of the most environmentally sustainable cracker in Europe within its petrochemical plant in Antwerp.
- Advised Bruc Energy on a corporate financing at the holdco level to finance the base equity of a portfolio of wind and solar projects across Spain and Italy.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Nuria Ferré
A&O ShearmanLeading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Charles Poole-Warren
A&O ShearmanNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Vanessa Cuellas
A&O ShearmanPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Vanessa Cuellas, Ignacio Hornedo, Ignacio Ruiz-Cámara, Iñigo del Val, Charles Poole-Warren, Jimena Urretavizcaya, Antonio Vázquez-Guillén, Pablo Mayor