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Capital Markets - Belgium

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What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman houses a renowned practice advising on a wide range of capital markets mandates. The law firm possesses a high level of capability in handling DCM transactions, assisting clients with securitisation programmes and the issuance of debt instruments. It also assists clients with ECM matters, including public offerings and private placements.

Work Highlights

  • A&O Shearman acted for BNP Paribas Fortis, Goldman Sachs and Citigroup on the EUR850 million PIPE transaction of Elia Group, in addition to its rights issue as part of its EUR2.2 billion equity raising.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Sophie Rutten
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Sophie Rutten
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Band 2

Sophie Rutten has a strong practice advising on equity capital market transactions. She assists with private placements, IPOs and delistings, representing both corporate clients and financial institutions.

Sophie Rutten is a very sophisticated lawyer.

Sophie Rutten is highly accessible and committed to ensuring clients not only receive sound advice but also understand the broader context.

She is extremely knowledgeable, very calming and reliable.

Sophie Rutten’s blend of experience, pragmatism and legal expertise is outstanding.

Axel de Backer
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Axel de Backer
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Up and Coming

Axel de Backer offers strategic assistance with a variety of capital markets mandates, such as EMTN programme updates, bond issuances and securitisation transactions.

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Sophie Rutten
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Sophie Rutten
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Band 2
Axel de Backer
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Axel de Backer
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Up and Coming