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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 - UK-wide

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is frequently engaged by issuers and deal managers on debt and equity matters in the UK. The team has additional experience in international deals, including those in emerging markets. Specific expertise includes private placements, equity-linked transactions and EMTN programmes. Notably, the firm also has a significant track record in UK IPOs and equity deals undertaken within the context of refinancings or restructurings.

Work Highlights

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advised National Grid Electricity Distribution on the update of its £6 billion EMTN programme.

Strengths

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer combines top-tier legal expertise with a practical, commercial mindset that makes them a trusted adviser on complex and high-stakes transactions.

    Capital Markets: Debt respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Amy Geddes
    Band 2Amy Geddes

    Amy Geddes

    Amy Geddes is a frequent choice for banks and issuers on debt financing across the euro, dollar and sterling markets. She is head of the Herbert Smith Freehills DCM team and comes highly recommended for her ability to coordinate work on complex, high-value transactions.
    • Amy Geddes brings deep technical expertise, particularly in debt and regulatory capital issuances and combines this with a practical, solutions-oriented approach that sets her apart from many peers.

      Capital Markets: Debt respondentUK

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