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Capital Markets: Debt - Italy

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What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is an international firm well suited to advise on a plethora of DCM mandates, including sustainability-linked bonds, EMTN programmes and listings, as well as securitisation matters. The law firm's roster features a variety of clients including underwriters as well as issuers of debt and equity. A&O Shearman's notable global network is well equipped to handle cross-border matters, with particular ability in those involving US and UK components.

Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman represented Eni in the placing of a EUR1 billion sustainability-linked convertible bond.

Strengths

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The firm has top-level technical skills, it is a benchmark for the market. The team never loses the overall picture, never loses focus, even under pressure. 

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The team displays professionalism and in-depth knowledge of complex issues, willingness and timeliness to clarify doubts, and courtesy and sympathy in interpersonal relationships.

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A&O Shearman is able to support us in solving unprecedented problems whenever they arise.

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A&O Shearman stands out for its ability to think strategically for the overall success of the transaction as opposed to just completing the task at hand.

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Notable Practitioners

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Craig Byrne
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Craig Byrne
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Dual-qualified in Italy and the UK, Craig Byrne wins considerable support from the market for his presence in DCM mandates, frequently advising national banks and global financial institutions. He is particularly adept at handling sustainability-linked and green bond issuances, as well as project bonds.

Craig Byrne is a go-to person for regulatory and bank capital related matters.

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Cristiano Tommasi
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Cristiano Tommasi
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Cristiano Tommasi is skilled at assisting a variety of financial clients with DCM operations. He has considerable experience in dealing with green and sustainability-linked bonds as well as retail bonds.

Cristiano Tommasi provides a complete picture, considering both the commercial and legal expertise perspectives.

Cristiano Tommasi is innovative and always present.

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Stefano Sennhauser
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Stefano Sennhauser
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Stefano Sennhauser is a distinguished lawyer who represents various clients, including private credit institutions and corporations as well as domestic and international banks. He is also highly experienced in synthetic securitisation mandates.

Stefano is a very senior adviser, and when he weighs in we place a great deal of emphasis on his advice.

Stefano Sennhauser remains a top player, always serving as a market benchmark.

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Pietro Bellone
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Pietro Bellone
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Pietro Bellone is a well-regarded lawyer who advises banks and private credit institutions on securitisation instruments encompassing acquisitions and transfers of non-performing assets, as well as secured and unsecured receivables and real estate loans.

Pietro Bellone is an excellent securitisation lawyer.

Pietro is one of our go-to partners in Italian securitisations; he has deep knowledge of the market combined with a really supportive team.

Pietro Bellone always provides the right solution, informed by grounded legal analysis, and delivers a strong service.

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Emanuele Trucco
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Emanuele Trucco
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Emanuele Trucco assists clients with ECM operations including IPOs, share listings, tender offers and buy-backs. Clients belong to a wide range of industries, including the manufacturing, healthcare, software and financial sectors.

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Alessandra Pala
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Alessandra Pala
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Up and Coming

Alessandra Pala is widely recognised for her experience on DCM mandates. She often assists local and international banks and private credit funds with bond issuances and the issuing of green and ESG bonds.

Alessandra Pala is very good at managing procedures and processes, and excellent at liaising with counterparties and making transactions run smoothly.

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Sarah Capella
Sarah Capella
Associates to watch

Sarah Capella is an esteemed associate who frequently deals with bond issuances and liability management transactions. Her clients often include syndicates of banks, as well as international financial entities and commercial groups.

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Capital Markets: Debt
Craig Byrne
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Craig Byrne
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Cristiano Tommasi
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Cristiano Tommasi
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Alessandra Pala
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Alessandra Pala
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Up and Coming
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Sarah Capella
Sarah Capella
Associates to watch
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Capital Markets: Equity
Emanuele Trucco
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Emanuele Trucco
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Band 3
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Capital Markets: Securitisation
Stefano Sennhauser
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Stefano Sennhauser
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Pietro Bellone
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Pietro Bellone
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Band 2
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