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Banking & Finance - Spain

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Watson Farley & Williams enjoys a strong reputation for handling large energy project finance matters, especially those in the renewables sector. The law firm also assists with asset finance transactions and real estate deals as well as refinancings and corporate financings. Its clientele comprises well-known banking syndicates and capital funds as lenders as well as corporate borrowers. Aided by its large office network, the team regularly handles cross-border mandates, which makes it a great choice for clients seeking comprehensive and multi-jurisdictional advice.

Work Highlights

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  • Watson Farley & Williams advised Natixis CIB on the financing of a EUR700 million greenfield project.

Strengths

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The team has a deep knowledge of the sector and a commercial commitment to ensure that the transaction is closed.

Banking & Finance respondent
Europe

The service at WFW is very good, they are very proactive, and they help all parties involved to solve problems. They also defend your assets and understand the commercial context.

Banking & Finance respondent
Europe

Watson Farley & Williams' broad knowledge shines especially brightly on issues of a complicated nature.

Banking & Finance respondent
Europe

The firm houses strong lawyers that are able to assist at the drop of a hat. They are also very reliable.

Banking & Finance respondent
Europe

Notable Practitioners

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Rodrigo Berasategui
1
Rodrigo Berasategui
1
Band 1
Excellent practitioner and head of department Rodrigo Berasategui advises prestigious capital funds and banking syndicates on large energy-related project financings across Spain. He also is recognised for his growing presence in acquisition and mezzanine financings.

He offers very high-quality advice and a commitment to the objectives of the transaction.

He is a great professional with very solid knowledge in project finance. He is always very willing to help, being flexible when necessary and tough when the occasion requires it.

Rodrigo provides tranquillity and confidence to the client, as well as creative solutions.

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José María Anarte
3
José María Anarte
3
Band 3
José María Anarte is a recognised practitioner for project finance mandates, often advising well-known capital funds and investors. He is particularly present in energy-related project financings, including the financing of renewables portfolios across Spain.
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Juan Vicente Barquilla
U
Juan Vicente Barquilla
U
Up and Coming

Newly promoted partner Juan Vicente Barquilla is involved in mid-cap project finance mandates. He acts primarily for borrowers on the financing of energy projects, especially in connection with renewables.

Juan has a broad capacity to provide solutions and alternatives. He is an essential professional for the success of complex operations, providing great added value.

He is a highly competitive and technical professional, with extensive knowledge of the energy sector and experience in the negotiation of contracts.

Juan Vicente offers quick responses, clear feedback, flexibility, agility and availability.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Watson Farley & Williams

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Rodrigo Berasategui
1
Rodrigo Berasategui
1
Band 1
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José María Anarte
3
José María Anarte
3
Band 3
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Juan Vicente Barquilla
U
Juan Vicente Barquilla
U
Up and Coming
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