Capital markets

White & Case Advokat AB

Client Satisfaction

White & Case Advokat AB‘s capital markets team remains a firm of choice for international investment banks. ECM practice head Johan Thiman, whose varied practice sees him advise issuers, financial sponsors, and underwriters, is noted particularly for his work on major cross-border IPOs. Michael Bark-Jones, who has considerable experience advising arrangers, sponsors, and issuers on high-yield and investment-grade bond offerings on both the Nordic and international markets, leads on DCM matters. Former joint ECM practice head Rikard Stenberg left the firm in January 2025.

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Testimonials

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‘The team is very experienced and has great knowledge of both domestic and international matters and procedures.'
‘Michael Bark-Jones provides exceptional advice, offers outstanding availability and makes sure his team guides you through the most difficult times (believe me, we were going through really rough times). Noteworthy individuals are also Carl Runesson and Daniel Agnemyr, who are very skilled and intelligent associates.'
‘Johan Thiman is one of the new stars on the market.'
‘Johan Thiman and Filippa Exelin understand, listen, and execute. They are streamlined and know the difference between acting as a lawyer and actually being a lawyer. Johan knows what he is talking about, in my career he is the best legal I have worked with.'
‘A team with strong knowledge about our sector and processes.'
‘The team is very helpful and has a good understanding of our sector.’
‘During my professional career I have procured legal services in 20+ jurisdictions and from probably 40+ law firms from various practice areas. This team is by far the most efficient, intelligent and pro-active team that I have interacted with. As a customer, I can tell that matters are being handled in a very professional way. They are simply exceptional.'