Latham & Watkins LLP, Capital Markets | Chambers Global Profile

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Capital Markets: Equity - Germany

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins houses notable DCM and ECM teams, allowing a comprehensive coverage across both market segments. The law firm is renowned for its market-leading expertise in high-yield bond deals under both German and New York law. The team also assists with Yankee bonds and continues to advise clients on the offering of convertibles and other equity-linked products. The law firm additionally enjoys a strong standing in the ECM market. The practice advises prominent corporates and underwriting banks on cross-border IPOs, capital increases and rights issues. It is also very experienced in handling dual-track M&A and listing mandates. Latham & Watkins' global network renders it a prime choice for international clients.

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Work Highlights

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Latham & Watkins advised TUI on its issuance of a EUR500 million bond, comprised of sustainability-linked senior notes.

Strengths

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The team at Latham & Watkins is super reliable and always provides a very good quality service with timely answers.

Capital Markets: Equity respondent
Global

Latham & Watkins has established a very strong position on the IPO market.

Capital Markets: Equity respondent
Global

The team at Latham & Watkins is super reliable and always provides a very good quality service with timely answers.

Capital Markets: Equity respondent
Global

Latham & Watkins has established a very strong position on the IPO market.

Capital Markets: Equity respondent
Global

Notable Practitioners

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Oliver Seiler

Band 1

Leading practitioner Oliver Seiler is widely regarded as one of the top ECM experts in Germany. He is regularly mandated for high-profile IPOs, capital increases and complex dual-track transactions including de-SPAC mergers.

Oliver Seiler is one of the most experienced ECM lawyers in the German market.

Oliver Seiler has years of experience, deep knowledge and creates innovative solutions.

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Rüdiger Malaun

Band 1

As a leading expert in the DCM world, Rüdiger Malaun is praised for his excellence in complex bond issuances, with a particular strength in high-yield and green bonds. He impresses with his prowess in handling New York law-governed senior secured notes under Rule 144A.

Rüdiger Malaun is one of the most experienced legal advisers in the German bond market. He always brings in the broad picture regarding interlinked areas and market insights.

Rüdiger Malaun is very to the point, commercial and pragmatic.

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David Rath

Band 4

David Rath is sought after for his expertise in IPOs, dual-track transactions and de-SPACs. He is particularly active advising underwriting consortiums.

David Rath provides pragmatic and tailor-made solutions.

David Rath is incredibly hardworking, involved in the details and looks at things in a holistic way.

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