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Capital Markets: Debt - UK

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

White & Case provides skilled representation across DCM, ECM and high-yield capital markets transactions. Especially recognised for cross-border work, the firm maintains an extremely strong presence in European capital markets as well as the Middle East, Africa and other emerging markets. Areas of particular specialism include sovereign deals, debt restructurings and equity listings for EMEA issuers. The team is routinely sought out for advice on high-value regulatory capital matters and liability management work.

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Work Highlights

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  • White & Case LLP advised Barclays and BNP Paribas as Joint Sponsors and Lead Financial Advisers on the direct listing of CANAL+ on the London Stock Exchange.

Strengths

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  • White & Case have fantastic responsiveness and an eagerness to find solutions.

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  • White & Case have strong transactional expertise and knowledge. As well as a deep and broad understanding of capital markets.

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  • White & Case London distinguishes itself from other peers for the quality of the relationship that is established with their client. They will go to any length to make you feel supported.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Laura Sizemore
    Laura Sizemore

    Laura Sizemore

    Laura Sizemore is co-head of White & Case's global capital markets practice. She represents large corporates and financial institutions on deals across the ECM market.

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  • Melissa Butler
    Melissa Butler

    Melissa Butler

    Melissa Butler stands out for her market-leading work advising sovereign entities on bond issuances, with notable strength working for African governments. She also regularly works with leading investment banks and corporate issuers.

    • Melissa is great. She's incredibly focused, driven, hands-on and always responsive.

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    • Melissa is the go-to lawyer for Africa and Uzbekistan.

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  • Stuart Matty
    Stuart Matty

    Stuart Matty

    Stuart Matty leads the team's work on high-value and complex debt issuances. He is highly adept at handling bond financing for a mix of sovereign and corporate issuers.

    • He is incredibly technically competent, one of the best if not the best lawyer I've worked with.

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    • Stuart is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience.

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  • Inigo Esteve
    Inigo Esteve

    Inigo Esteve

    Inigo Esteve has built a noteworthy ECM practice advising clients on high-value, market-leading deals. His clients include corporate groups in the energy and natural resources sector, as well as leading financial institutions.

    • They can operate at the highest level of the market in the UK. All round, a standout equity capital markets partner in the market.

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  • Ian Clark
    Ian Clark

    Ian Clark

    Ian Clark is recognised for his expertise in advising and representing sovereign issuers, particularly in the emerging markets, on debt offerings. His focus is on deals involving Eastern European and CIS countries.

    • Ian is extremely experienced, I would trust his advice and judgement blindly.

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  • Richard Pogrel
    Richard Pogrel

    Richard Pogrel

    Richard Pogrel regularly advises clients on a variety of DCM matters including debt restructurings and green bond issuances. He is noted for his range of expertise advising both banks and issuers.

    • Richard is a truly excellent attorney and adviser. He's smart, capable and extremely savvy but also personable, accessible and he genuinely cares about his relationships with his clients.

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    • Richard is technically very skilled.

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