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CMS

Capital Markets: Debt

Global Guide 2026 : France

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Capital Markets: Debt - France

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

CMS is particularly highly regarded for its debt and structured finance expertise. The law firm assists with the drafting of German or English law-governed security agreements. The team advises issuers or arrangers and dealers on a range of transactions involving Euro PPs, green bonds, the issuance of covered bonds and the establishment of EMTN programmes. The practice offers further experience in trade receivables securitisation, leveraging close ties with offices in the network to advise major French and international banks.

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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised Teréga on its EUR600 million public bond issuance.

Strengths

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  • CMS always engages with the matter at hand and always defends our interests. The law firm also goes above-and-beyond during negotiations and the work is of substance which was very much appreciated.

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  • CMS has a very good understanding of the issues and offers very good recommendations.

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  • CMS' strengths are its technicality and responsiveness.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Bertrand Sénéchal
    Bertrand Sénéchal

    Bertrand Sénéchal

    Bertrand Sénéchal mostly advises clients on private placements, bookbuilding operations and IPOs. He shows particular expertise in handling cross-border ECM transactions.

    • Bertrand Sénéchal's key strength is his deep expertise in ECM. He is experienced and isn't put off by challenging matters, always keeping his cool, having his roadmap in mind.

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  • Grégory Benteux
    Grégory Benteux

    Grégory Benteux

    Grégory Benteux offers expertise in structured finance and securitisation transactions, where he usually advises French and international financial institutions.

    • Grégory Benteux is very knowledgeable on securitisation transactions.

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    • His expertise combined with his friendliness make him a privileged interlocutor.

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  • Marc-Etienne Sébire
    Marc-Etienne Sébire

    Marc-Etienne Sébire

    Marc-Etienne Sébire is highly recognised for his work on debt capital markets matters. His expertise covers EMTN programmes, sustainability bonds and covered bonds.

    • He has sharp expertise and analytical skills.

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    • He offers very good legal advice, has an excellent historical knowledge of the Euro PP market and a very good understanding of the issues.

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    • Marc-Etienne Sébire is always at the forefront of subjects and he knows how to pass on his knowledge to accompany us in complex projects.

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    • He is a competent lawyer who is a true expert in his field. We tend to speak to him first on the specificities of the transaction and then he puts matters into perspective.

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  • Alexandre Bordenave
    Alexandre Bordenave

    Alexandre Bordenave

    Alexandre Bordenave is notable for his experience advising on NPL portfolio deals and securitisation funds.

    • He is an expert in the financial sector; he is reactive and committed to finding the right solutions.

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    • He is brilliant and a very fine technician.

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  • Rosetta Ferrere
    Rosetta Ferrere

    Rosetta Ferrere

    Rosetta Ferrere is recognised for her advice to issuers on EMTN programmes, covered bonds and Euro PPs. She represents French and international financial institutions.

    • Rosetta has a deep understanding of capital markets and is always a pleasure to work with.

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    • Rosetta is an extremely competent and responsive partner, advising us on sometimes complex and urgent matters while coordinating her team in an efficient manner.

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    • Rosetta has always responded quickly and very precisely to all our requests.

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    • Rosetta Ferrere is a very experienced and technical lawyer.

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