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Gernandt & Danielsson Advokatbyrå KB

Capital Markets: Debt

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Our banking and finance practice includes all types of financing transactions and other specialist advice. We act as advisors on both the lender side and the borrower side, as well as for issuers, agents, and arrangers. Thanks to our lawyers’ broad range of experience, we can seamlessly assist when a transaction involves elements of both traditional loans and bonds and other capital market financings. Our broad approach allows us to offer strategic advice to create bespoke solutions for our clients. We also have well-established, market-leading expertise in financial regulation and experience from complex restructurings.

Thanks to the extent and scope of the matters we are involved in, we not only have extensive experience but we also understand the importance of commercial aspects. Moreover, we continuously follow and monitor market developments in order to provide the best advice in every specific situation.

We often act as advisors in complex international transactions. Many of our lawyers also have work experience from international law firms. Our services include:

  • Leverage finance
  • Investment grade finance
  • Direct lending
  • Sustainability linked and green financings
  • Real estate finance
  • Acquisition financings
  • Project finance
  • Restructurings
  • Debt capital market transactions (such as bonds, hybrid instruments, EMTN and MTN programmes)
  • Securitisations, warehouse financing and other asset backed financings
  • Derivatives

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Capital Markets: Debt - Sweden

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What the Team is Known For
Gernandt & Danielsson is known for its excellent regulatory practice, which assists fund managers and banks with various issues relating to Swedish financial services regulation. The law firm possesses a highly regarded DCM offering, frequently advising domestic and international clients on bond and note issuances, including green bonds. The team also advises on domestic and cross-border acquisition finance, corporate loans and refinancing.
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Work Highlights

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  • Gernandt & Danielsson acted as Swedish counsel to INEOS on INEOS Quattro Finance 2's senior secured notes issuance and term loans.

Strengths

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  • The DCM team works tirelessly to deliver on its projects and understands the importance of clear and timely advice in large, time-sensitive transactions.

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  • In addition to its in-depth knowledge of the law, the firm is very experienced in providing hands-on advice regarding all aspects of regulatory matters.

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  • Gernandt & Danielsson has the most experienced finance team in Stockholm regarding bonds and bank financing. It demonstrates a creative and broad knowledge.

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  • The team is very responsive and has a high level of expertise.

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  • Gernandt & Danielsson provides clear-cut and straightforward advice. It is very attentive and adapts its advice to the matter at hand.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Mikael Borg
    Mikael Borg

    Mikael Borg

    Mikael Borg garners praise for his DCM practice and his experience in high-yield bond mandates. He often acts for issuers on corporate and green bond issuance.

    • Mikael Borg is outstanding in every way. One couldn’t ask for a more rock-solid adviser for any and every transaction.

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    • He is probably the best high-yield lawyer in the Nordics.

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    • He is super seasoned and well regarded; one of those lawyers who can make a difference on the transaction.

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    • Mikael is very experienced in the financing space in the Nordics; you can tell by his advice, and he's always able to provide an answer and good advice. He's a top-quality lawyer.

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    • Mikael Borg is the best there is in the sector. He is experienced, listens and understands your needs. He is commercial, straightforward and a good communicator.

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  • Mikael Bolling
    Mikael Bolling

    Mikael Bolling

    Mikael Bolling is highly regarded for his expertise in debt capital markets mandates, regularly advising on the issuance of bonds and updating MTN programme prospectuses. He has additional knowledge in loan agreements, assisting borrowers with the amendment and extension of credit facilities as well as acting for lenders on club deals.

    • He's very smooth to work with.

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    • Mikael Bolling is a solid lawyer with deep market understanding.

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    • Mikael Bolling is always available and strikes the right balance between business and the law.

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    • Mikael Bolling knows the company well and always gives valuable input.

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    • He is very cooperative, solution-oriented, experienced and knowledgeable.

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  • Björn Svensson
    Björn Svensson

    Björn Svensson

    Björn Svensson is co-head of Gernandt & Danielsson's banking team. He regularly acts for borrowers on acquisition finance, real estate finance and refinance matters.

    • He's really excellent technically.

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    • He is solution-oriented, easy to deal with and very pragmatic in his approach.

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    • Björn Svensson is very attentive. He provides a high level of precision and outstanding responsiveness. He is focused on delivering practical solutions that align with our broader objectives.

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    • He is extremely knowledgeable, to the point and multifaceted. He is able to see things from all perspectives.

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    • Björn is always very responsive and to the point.

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  • Sofie Viktorsson
    Sofie Viktorsson

    Sofie Viktorsson

    Dual-qualified in Sweden and England, Sofie Viktorsson regularly acts on debt financing matters in Nordic and international settings, with notable expertise in high-yield bonds and direct lending. She works with both lenders and borrowers.

    • She is very smart and skilled in banking and financing. She is always nice to work with and delivers top-quality advice impressively fast.

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    • Sofie Viktorsson has a background as a solicitor in England, which gives her a certain edge in financing matters.

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    • She is responsive and easy to deal with. She also has both English and Swedish law experience which is helpful in cross-border transactions.

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  • Jakob Forsell
    Jakob Forsell

    Jakob Forsell

    Jakob Forsell is a senior associate who is well regarded for his growing DCM practice. He assists issuers and arrangers with the listing of corporate bonds.

    • He demonstrates a strong understanding of commercial the aspects and provides well-considered, sophisticated solutions.

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    • Jakob Forsell is a really solid lawyer.

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    • Jakob is very good at the commercial aspects. He's proactive and always wants to find a solution for all the parties involved. He's very commercially minded.

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    • Jakob Forsell is very good at project management and finding a balanced solution when you need to move forward on a project; he makes sure that the transaction is always moving forward.

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    • Jakob is highly service minded. He consistently follows up in a timely manner and ensures that nothing is overlooked.

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  • Simon Wetterholm
    Simon Wetterholm

    Simon Wetterholm

    Senior associate Simon Wetterholm is highlighted for his increasing expertise in DCM mandates. He regularly advises issuers on MTN programmes and bond listings.

    • Simon demonstrates strong knowledge and understanding in this field and consistently delivers high-quality work.

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    • Simon is a very knowledgeable and service-oriented lawyer.

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    • Simon is a great lawyer who is easy going and always finds a commercial solution.

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    • Simon Wetterholm works tirelessly to get transactions over the line.

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    • He is highly attentive, receptive and helpful. He provides answers to a wide range of questions and explains complex issues in a clear and accessible manner.

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