Banking & Finance | Global

A&O Shearman houses an excellent banking and finance department based in Madrid. The team regularly advises lenders on large acquisition finance transactions, including leveraged buyouts. With the presence of Charles Poole-Warren and its strong UK office, A&O Shearman is well positioned to assist with English law-governed transactions in Spain, especially in cases of the refinancing of syndicated loans. Furthermore, the law firm is appreciated for its notable strength in real estate and project finance mandates, with particular experience in energy sector transactions. Additionally, clients benefit from a growing presence in regulatory mandates, including the restructuring of entities, digital payment services and M&A transactions. Its prowess in advising well-known borrowers as well as lenders makes A&O Shearman a great choice for a diverse clientele.

Clifford Chance is superbly positioned within both the Spanish and international landscape with its hugely respected banking practice. The law firm advises on the financing or refinancing of energy and infrastructure projects across Spain and Latin American jurisdictions. Furthermore, the department is held in high esteem due to its capabilities in acquisition and corporate finance transactions as well as debt refinancing and ESG-linked loans. With its experience in assisting prestigious borrowers and lenders alike, the team is well placed to advise a broad spectrum of clients. Thanks to its English-qualified lawyers and excellent international network, Clifford Chance is frequently mandated for cross-border matters and foreign law-governed transactions concerning Spain.

Garrigues's outstanding team is regularly sought after for its expertise across the full spectrum of banking and finance mandates. The department is especially known for its prowess in advising on significant project finance agreements that facilitate energy and infrastructure developments in Spain and abroad, including those with ESG components. Furthermore, Spanish corporates and banks appreciate the firm's strength in refinancings, acquisition and asset finance transactions. The law firm complements its holistic offering with its presence in finance regulatory mandates, especially those pertaining to the authorisation and setting up of new investment vehicles and M&A transactions.

One of Spain's top law firms, Uría Menéndez houses a highly established banking and finance practice. The department boasts considerable expertise in distressed finance mandates, including standout mandates on the lender side of high-profile debt restructuring operations. Additionally, clients benefit from the firm's prowess in handling complex NPL portfolio sales and large acquisition finance cases. The team is regularly appointed to act for lenders on the negotiation of syndicated loans in favour of Spanish borrowers, with proven experience in real estate, hospitality and energy project finance matters. The Uría Menéndez team retains additional regulatory expertise, supporting a broad spectrum of clients with prudential requirements and reporting, amongst other mandates.

Pérez-Llorca houses a respected banking and finance team. The firm enjoys a strong standing among well-known lenders for its expertise in refinancings, debt restructuring and corporate and asset financings. Additionally, clients benefit from Pérez-Llorca's prowess in handling real estate and construction-related financings. The team also offers project finance expertise on large energy-related transactions, especially in relation to renewables. Both national and international clients feel well taken care of by the firm.

White & Case is appreciated for its growing banking and finance practice in Spain. The Madrid-based team advises international financial institutions and corporates on various transactions including acquisition and project financings as well as investment-grade financings. Furthermore, clients benefit from the team's strength in facilities agreements and loan refinancings. The firm also utilises its excellent international coverage, allowing the effective handling of cross-border mandates.

Addleshaw Goddard houses an accomplished team of lawyers that support clients through a range of banking and finance matters in Spain. With notable expertise in refinancing, recapitalisations and term loans, the law firm services key domestic and international financial entities.

Dentons advises banks on multi-jurisdictional banking and finance transactions. The team is particularly active in the handling of real estate acquisition, mid-cap corporate, export and syndicated financings. The firm boosts its service offering with further strength in asset finance and large debt restructurings. The firm also assists public authorities with sovereign financing and relevant transactions. Dentons' international office network further facilitates the effective handling of complex matters.

Jones Day offers acquisition finance capabilities, having acted both for lender syndicates and for key private equity funds. The law firm also assists with debt refinancings and has expertise in advising borrowers as well. The firm complements these services with its further abilities in project finance facilities, especially those pertaining to renewable energy and real estate across various jurisdictions. With a strong Madrid office and a solid international presence, Jones Day remains an attractive choice for cross-border mandates.

CMS's banking and finance department enters the rankings following an increase in market recognition. With offices in Madrid and Barcelona, the law firm boasts a strong team and enjoys praise from clients for its work. The group offers advice to relevant international and national clients, as well as financial entities, with experience in syndicated financings, debt restructurings and loan facilities. It additionally supplements its offering with capabilities in the project finance and regulatory space.

Squire Patton Boggs secures a ranking following increased recognition of its banking and finance department. The law firm has the capabilities to advise clients on a wide range of matters, including syndicated lending, project finance, debt restructuring and more financing transactions. It regularly advises national and international banks and funds, as well as borrowers.