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Clifford Chance LLP

Banking & Finance

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Banking & Finance - Spain

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance is superbly positioned within both the Spanish and international landscape with its hugely respected banking practice. The law firm advises on the financing or refinancing of energy and infrastructure projects across Spain and Latin American jurisdictions. Furthermore, the department is held in high esteem due to its capabilities in acquisition and corporate finance transactions as well as debt refinancing and ESG-linked loans. With its experience in assisting prestigious borrowers and lenders alike, the team is well placed to advise a broad spectrum of clients. Thanks to its English-qualified lawyers and excellent international network, Clifford Chance is frequently mandated for cross-border matters and foreign law-governed transactions concerning Spain.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance advised a syndicate of banks led by Natwest, as agent, on Telefónica's syndicated revolving facility refinancing, quoted at EUR5.5 billion.

Strengths

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  • The quality of work is excellent along with good fees.

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  • The firm has a high international profile with technical and multidisciplinary capacity.

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  • Clifford Chance has a versatile team with great knowledge of the market.

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  • The firm is well-equipped to handle complex and sophisticated matters with hard work and dedication.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Epifanio Pérez
    Epifanio Pérez

    Epifanio Pérez

    Epifanio Pérez remains highly ranked as a result of excellent market support. He is notably active on complex acquisition finance and refinance mandates where he acts for well-known corporates from the TMT sector, banking syndicates and investors.

    • He is a great professional who always listens to the customer and has great business vision.

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    • Epifanio provides great expertise, availability and proximity.

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  • José Guardo
    José Guardo

    José Guardo

    José Guardo is a renowned figure in the Spanish banking and finance world, mostly advising large banking syndicates on large infrastructure and energy projects across Spain and Latin America. Clients also benefit from his excellence in refinancing and construction finance transactions.

    • José's reputation precedes him, and the quality of work delivered is high.

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  • Rodrigo Uría
    Rodrigo Uría

    Rodrigo Uría

    Rodrigo Uría represents banking syndicates and notable lenders in domestic and inter-European finance agreements. His areas of expertise include acquisition, project and corporate finance deals.

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  • James Rodier
    James Rodier

    James Rodier

    James Rodier is involved in complex finance transactions, where he acts on behalf of well-known banks. Being admitted as a solicitor in England & Wales makes him a great choice for handling the UK law aspects of Spanish transactions.

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  • Eugenio Fernández-Rico
    Eugenio Fernández-Rico

    Eugenio Fernández-Rico

    Eugenio Fernández-Rico is a banking and finance lawyer particularly active in acquisition and green financing mandates. He acts for notable banks and lenders and for key players in the TMT and energy sectors. Additionally, he is active on project finance instructions.

    • He has a combination of deep legal expertise, commercial acumen and takes a calm, solution-driven approach.

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    • Eugenio demonstrates a high degree of commitment and professionalism in each matter he manages, maintaining fluid and proactive communication throughout the process.

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    • He is focused on the quality of his delivery and service. His sophistication and experience is high.

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  • Felipe Font
    Felipe Font

    Felipe Font

    Felipe Font assists key corporates and international banks with acquisition finance and debt restructuring for hospitality and logistics projects. Sources highlight his high visibility in real estate financing.
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  • Maria Sabau
    Maria Sabau

    Maria Sabau

    Maria Sabau assists key international banks with acquisition financing and debt refinancings. She is also notably active on green syndicated loans.

    • Maria is very much focused on service and on the quality of delivery.

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    • She stands out for her commitment. She generates great trust among the clients she advises and can provide valuable solutions in complex situations.

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