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Dentons

Capital Markets: Structured Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Germany


Dentons

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Capital Markets: Structured Finance - Germany

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Dentons offers a strong practice with particular recognition for its structured finance work. The team regularly advises a diverse clientele of German and international financial institutions on securitisation matters including ABCP programmes as well as trade and lease receivables transactions. With its strong regulatory capabilities, the team is well equipped to advise on complex investment structuring and novel financing platforms. Thanks to its international network of offices, Dentons is well placed to advise on multi-jurisdictional mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • Dentons advised Globe Trade Centre on the structuring of the acquisition financing of a residential real estate portfolio in Germany valued at EUR448 million.

Strengths

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  • Dentons are very aware of the commercial aspects of transactions.

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  • Dentons have a very good market overview and extensive cross-asset expertise.

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  • Dentons' German office is very fast and responsive.

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  • Dentons are very thorough in their work.

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  • Dentons provides us with very reliable, state-of-the-art legal advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Arne Klüwer
    Band 2Arne Klüwer

    Arne Klüwer

    As the head of Dentons' European structured finance practice, Arne Klüwer is praised for his experience in a broad array of matters, including the setting up of ABCP programmes, lease and trade receivables transactions, updates on ISDA arrangements and STS compliance.

    • Arne Klüwer is client-focused and always available.

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    • Arne Klüwer is the first point of contact when it comes to complex topics relating to securitisation of receivables.

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  • Band 3Oliver Dreher
    Band 3Oliver Dreher

    Oliver Dreher

    Oliver Dreher is a trusted adviser due to his longstanding coverage of the DCM market. He has a strong focus on promissory note transactions, including ESG-linked Schuldschein placements, while also advising on CP and MTN programmes.

    • Oliver Dreher is very well checked in to the community and well connected.

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