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Mayer Brown LLP

Capital Markets: Debt (International Firms)

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Mayer Brown LLP

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Capital Markets: Debt (International Firms) - China

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Mayer Brown has an established track record of advising international and Chinese businesses on major DCM and hybrid products, with Eurobonds being a particular area of expertise. The firm also has experience advising on DCM matters in high growth markets, with a particular strength in Indonesia-related matters. It is able to advise on high-yield covenants, as well as investment-grade offerings, including sovereign bond issuances. It regularly acts for some of the world's largest investment banks advising trustees.

Work Highlights

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  • Mayer Brown advised the Republic of Indonesia on its offerings of USD500 million 4.400% bonds due 2029, USD650 million 4.700% bonds due 2034 and USD900 million 5.100% bonds due 2054.

Strengths

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  • The team is very up-to-date with regulatory dynamics. They ask questions about clients' needs and provide sound analysis in the context of complex matters, rather than rushing through their questions.

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  • The team as a whole understands the market and what the issuers and underwriters need. The team is very capable.

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  • Their balanced and integrated practice encompasses all the focused skill sets that the clients demand.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Thomas Kollar
    Band 3Thomas Kollar

    Thomas Kollar

    Thomas Kollar boasts a robust practice in both investment-grade and high-yield offerings across the region. He is head of the Mayer Brown corporate and securities practice in Hong Kong.
    • Thomas Kollar is extremely user-friendly. He is also available and hands-on, which is really appreciated. He is closely involved in matters and maintains close involvement in transactions.

      Capital Markets: Debt (International Firms) respondentGlobal
  • Foreign expert for MongoliaJason T Elder
    Foreign expert for MongoliaJason T Elder

    Jason T Elder

    Jason Elder maintains a noted focus on high-yield issuances, with recent transactions spanning various jurisdictions across Central and Southern Asia. He is also noted for representing trustees.

Ranked Individuals at Mayer Brown LLP (2)

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    Thomas Kollar

    Capital Markets: High-Yield Products (International Firms)

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