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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Capital Markets: Debt

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

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Capital Markets: Debt - France

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer has an active DCM practice that advises on Euro PPs, EMTN programmes and bond issuances. The law firm acts predominantly for issuers, including high-profile French corporates. The practice also advises on securitisation matters, including non-performing loan portfolio transactions. The team frequently handles mandates in collaboration with other European offices from the network, notably the Frankfurt and London offices.

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Work Highlights

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advised Bureau Véritas on its EUR500 million bond issue.

Strengths

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  • The team at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is technical and user-friendly.

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  • The law firm is very much focused on protecting the interests of its clients and also had a good grasp of the subject matter.

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  • The team is always very responsive to requests and the feedback meets expectations.

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer can put you in touch with experienced team members on complex and specific subjects.

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  • The law firm has an excellent knowledge of bond transactions from an issuer perspective.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Louis de Longeaux
    Louis de Longeaux

    Louis de Longeaux

    Louis de Longeaux is sought after by issuers for mandates linked to private placements, bond issuances and EMTN programmes.

    • Louis de Longeaux knows how to explain subjects and issues as well as anticipate crucial points in transactions.

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    • His strengths are his deep market knowledge and legal expertise, but also knowing our company well and taking a pragmatic approach.

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    • Louis de Longeaux provides very good support.

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    • He really understands client needs, he is very precise and has vast knowledge.

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  • Vincent Hatton
    Vincent Hatton

    Vincent Hatton

    Vincent Hatton is recognised for his expertise in structured finance matters, including trade receivables securitisations.

    • Vincent Hatton is very knowledgeable on the French market for securitisation related matters.

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