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Banking & Finance - Spain

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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

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

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Notable Practitioners

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Ben Crosse
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Ben Crosse
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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.

Juan Barona
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Juan Barona
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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.

Begoña Martínez
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Begoña Martínez
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Band 5
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.

Francisco Sainz-Trápaga
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Francisco Sainz-Trápaga
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Band 6
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.

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

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Juan Barona
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Juan Barona
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Begoña Martínez
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Begoña Martínez
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Band 5
Francisco Sainz-Trápaga
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Francisco Sainz-Trápaga
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Band 6
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Ben Crosse
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Ben Crosse
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