Department profile
Linklaters

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Spain


Linklaters

Rankings

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Banking & Finance - Spain

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Linklaters houses a top-tier banking and finance practice with excellent bench strength. The department is heavily involved in refinancing transactions, and often advises large lending syndicates or financial sponsors on high-value finance transactions. The department additionally assists with the negotiation of credit facilities that incorporate sustainability targets for borrowers. Furthermore, Linklaters assists major Spanish corporates with various transactions ranging from the refinancing of debt through to new project finance transactions in the renewable energy sector. The law firm complements its services with its expertise in standalone regulatory mandates for banks and financial services companies, advising on EU-wide regulations, compliance in M&A matters and market entries. The team is also active in project finance.

Work Highlights

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  • Linklaters advised TDR and I Squared on the EUR1.65 billion financing for a competing takeover bid for Applus Services.

Strengths

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  • Linklaters' service and responsiveness are excellent.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • The firm has a good team based in Madrid.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Linklaters is able to respond quickly in complex situations which have very tight deadlines. It is an available, committed team.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • The firm has high technical ability and combines technical knowledge perfectly with national and international knowledge.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Ben Crosse
    Band 1Ben Crosse

    Ben Crosse

    Global co-head of Linklaters' banking group Ben Crosse is admitted to the Bar in Spain and England & Wales. He is particularly sought after to handle debt refinancing and restructuring, project financing for energy mandates, and acquisition financing.
    • Ben offers a lot of experience and has a track record in providing legal advice for financing operations.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Band 1Juan Barona
    Band 1Juan Barona

    Juan Barona

    Renowned practitioner Juan Barona is held in high esteem for his incredible breadth of expertise in complex acquisition finance mandates, acting for capital funds and prestigious banks. He also demonstrates experience in refinancing of debt and renewable energy finance projects.
    • Juan Barona has a lot of experience and is also technically very good.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Band 5Begoña Martínez
    Band 5Begoña Martínez

    Begoña Martínez

    Begoña Martínez is recognised for her assistance with complex acquisition finance and debt restructuring mandates, where she acts for prestigious lenders and borrowers.
    • Begoña is very pro-deal, with a lot of experience. She is also pragmatic and practical.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Band 6Francisco Sainz-Trápaga
    Band 6Francisco Sainz-Trápaga

    Francisco Sainz-Trápaga

    Francisco Sainz-Trápaga regularly assists with complex transactions including refinancings, credit facilities and acquisition finance projects.
    • He is technically impeccable, very valuable and provides solutions to our problems.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Francisco Sainz-Trápaga offers an exceptional level of service. He is accessible, decisive and always available. His responsiveness is agile and reliable.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

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