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Clifford Chance LLP

Capital Markets: High-Yield Products

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Capital Markets: High-Yield Products - UK-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance has a strong reputation for sovereign DCM issuances and high-value IPOs. In particular, the team benefits from both US and European capabilities, as well as a far-reaching high-yield practice with support from specialists in Hong Kong and New York. The firm has expertise in US securities laws including Rule 144A offerings, which enables the smooth handling of complex cross-border transactions.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance advised Magellan Capital Holdings Ltd on the financing in relation to its acquisition of Danmarks Skibskredit A/S.

Strengths

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  • Clifford Chance has fantastic depth in the team and the individuals are all top quality at the partner and associate levels.

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  • Clifford Chance's global experience equips them to navigate challenges and overcome obstacles resulting from market conditions, complex financials and structural challenges.

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  • Clifford Chance demonstrates strong commercial awareness. They provide practical, tailored advice and this insight helps align legal strategies with commercial goals.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Michael Dakin
    Michael Dakin

    Michael Dakin

    Michael Dakin regularly represents banks and private equity firms on a variety of high-yield matters, where he is able to offer advice on leveraged finance transactions as well as standalone issuances.

    • Michael has contributed immensely to the success of the transactions we have worked on together.

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    • Michael Dakin is an experienced partner who has a great network and mobilises his team.

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    • Michael is exactly who you want if you need a solution-oriented lawyer.

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  • Jill Concannon Christie
    Jill Concannon Christie

    Jill Concannon Christie

    Jill Christie Concannon is recognised for her expertise handling high-yield debt transactions for issuers and banks. She acts on behalf of European corporate groups seeking to access US capital markets.
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  • Drew Rundus
    Drew Rundus

    Drew Rundus

    Drew Rundus capably represents issuers and private equity firms across a range of high-yield matters.

    • Drew stands out for his ability to simplify complex issues into clear, actionable advice.

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    • Drew has been an exceptional support throughout.

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    • Drew is highly skilled and committed.

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