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Project Finance - Spain

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What the Team is Known For

Watson Farley & Williams expertly handles 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. Aided by its large office network, the team is regularly active on cross-border mandates, which makes it a great choice for clients seeking comprehensive and multi-jurisdictional advice.

Work Highlights

  • Watson Farley & Williams assisted Copenhagen and Arjun Infrastructure Partners with the EUR383.5 million green loan for refinancing of their wind farm.

Strengths

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Watson Farley & Williams are accessible at all times to discuss our questions and are proactive.

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They are able to find imaginative solutions that help move the transaction forward.

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It is one of the best law firms in Spain.

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The firm has a very strong team with dedicated professionals who have deep industry knowledge and excellent commercial skills.

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Notable Practitioners

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Rodrigo Berasategui
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Rodrigo Berasategui
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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 presence on banking and finance mandates.

He is a technical lawyer but is also commercial, facilitating the successful closing of transactions.

He is the number one project finance lawyer for renewable energy projects in Spain.

Rodrigo is a reference in the Spanish market. He is accessible and defends the interests of his client.

His responsiveness and proximity make him a benchmark in the sector.

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José María Anarte
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José María Anarte
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José María Anarte is a recognised practitioner for project finance mandates, often advising well-known capital funds and investors. He is particularly present on energy-related project financings, including the financing of renewables portfolios across Spain.

José María is very available during transactions. He understands our concerns and knows how to treat them appropriately.

He is knowledgeable, experienced and available. He is always able to discuss and clarify any doubts we may have.

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Juan Vicente Barquilla
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Juan Vicente Barquilla
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Up and Coming

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.

He can adapt to the needs of the transaction, providing good legal solutions.

He is a solid, approachable professional with a commercial vision. He ensures complex and sophisticated transactions are carried out in the most reasonable and satisfactory manner for all parties.

Juan is able to resolve problems quickly with a plan of action. He provides a sense of confidence.

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Rodrigo Berasategui
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Rodrigo Berasategui
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José María Anarte
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José María Anarte
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Juan Vicente Barquilla
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Juan Vicente Barquilla
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Up and Coming
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