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Sidley Austin LLP

Capital Markets: Debt

Global Guide 2026 : UK


Sidley Austin LLP

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Capital Markets: Debt - UK

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Sidley Austin handles DCM work for a client roster of issuers, financial institutions and investment banks. Tackling US, UK and European matters, the team demonstrates strength in a range of cross-border debt offerings and restructurings. In addition, it offers skills in Euromarket debt, regulatory capital and liability management and has significant experience in US securities law and high-yield debt offerings.

Work Highlights

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  • Sidley advised Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc in connection with the issuance of EUR600 million Notes.

Strengths

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  • The team are responsive and provide thoughtful analysis. We feel completely comfortable following their guidance.

    Capital Markets: Debt respondentGlobal
  • Sidley Austin has a very good knowledge of the client's needs. The partners are easily accessible and all members of the legal team are very knowledgeable and eager to assist.

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  • Sidley Austin's depth of experience in US market is what makes the firm stand out.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3David Howe
    Band 3David Howe

    David Howe

    David Howe focuses on English law matters for domestic and international clients. He has a varied practice advising underwriters and issuers on EMTN programmes and bond offerings.
    • David is an excellent attorney.

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    • David is knowledgeable and has an excellent understanding of our needs. He is easily accessible and delivers very high quality results.

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  • Band 3James Inness
    Band 3James Inness

    James Inness

    James Inness serves as co-leader of Latham's English law ECM practice. He is best known for his work advising underwriters on equity offerings.
    • James' commerciality shines.

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  • Band 4J David Stewart
    Band 4J David Stewart

    J David Stewart

    David Stewart is noted for his emerging markets practice. He is experienced at advising sovereign issuance work, especially in the CIS region.
    • J David was always extremely pragmatic and has decades of experience navigating unusual and tricky circumstances.

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