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Simmons & Simmons LLP

Capital Markets: Debt

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Simmons & Simmons LLP

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Capital Markets: Debt - Spain

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
A popular choice for issuers, Simmons & Simmons regularly advises on debt capital market transactions. The department assists with note issuances, especially promissory notes and structured notes as well as green notes. Additionally, clients benefit from the firm's prowess in structuring and drafting repackaging programmes and securitisations. The team also acts for Spanish financial institutions on various and often cross-border transactions, in which Simmons & Simmons can draw on an expansive office network and particular expertise in English law questions.
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Work Highlights

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  • Simmons & Simmons advised Banco de Sabadell on the annual update of a euro commercial paper for the issuance of promissory notes listed on the main securities market of the Irish Stock Exchange. The matter value was quoted at EUR500 million.

Strengths

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  • Simmons & Simmons are distinguished by a high level of efficiency and technical skills, which allows them to offer precise, clear answers adapted to our needs.

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  • Simmons & Simmons stand out for always seeking the best option for all parties involved and for offering exquisite customer service.

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  • The team, its size and the closeness of all members make working with the firm intimate and trustful. They always have ideas to help resolve any issue we present.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Alfredo de Lorenzo
    Alfredo de Lorenzo

    Alfredo de Lorenzo

    Alfredo de Lorenzo is experienced in advising on structured debt transactions, as well as repackaging and securitisations for major Spanish banks.

    • Alfredo de Lorenzo is very trustworthy and commercially driven. He is also incredibly reliable.

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    • He is our reference partner – an affable person, very direct, he can focus on offering an agile solution to all questions brought up.

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    • He combines in-depth technical knowledge with extraordinary efficiency, speed of response and ability to transfer even the most complex legal issues with clarity and simplicity.

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    • We are very pleased with the work Alfredo has done for us this year.

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Ranked Individuals at Simmons & Simmons LLP (1)

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    Alfredo de Lorenzo

    Capital Markets: Securitisation & Derivatives

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