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Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise) | Global

Germany

The Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise) rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across Germany.

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Austria

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    George Hacket
    Clifford Chance
    Clifford Chance | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 15 Years Ranked
    US-qualified practitioner George Hacket of Clifford Chance LLP is appreciated for his strength in the ECM space. He regularly advises on prominent IPOs, capital increases and de-SPACs, acting for issuers and bookrunners. He additionally assists with US Rule 144A offerings and is also sought after for his expertise in cross-border mandates involving Austria.
  2. Karsten Wöckener
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    Karsten Wöckener
    White & Case
    White & Case | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 11 Years Ranked
    Karsten Wöckener of White & Case LLP is reputed for his experience in green bond issuances, often advising prominent energy companies, public entities and lead managers. He complements this strong offering with his expertise in sovereign bonds, exchangeable registered notes and Schuldschein transactions. Karsten Wöckener has particular strength in mandates involving Austria.
  3. Marc Plepelits
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    Marc Plepelits
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 14 Years Ranked
    Marc Plepelits is particularly active on DCM mandates, including high-value bond issuances, and is especially noted for his expertise in high-yield transactions. Admitted to the New York Bar and as the head of the firm's US corporate finance team in Germany, he complements this offering with particular strength in cross-border mandates connected to the US. He is additionally versed in matters relating to Austria, where he also attained his master juris.
  4. Peter Waltz
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    Peter Waltz
    Linklaters
    Linklaters | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 21 Years Ranked
    Outstanding practitioner Peter Waltz of Linklaters is renowned for his DCM expertise. He is highly sought after by prominent bookrunners and issuers for his excellence in convertible, green, and Tier 1 and Tier 2 bond issuances. He additionally stands out for his expertise in cross-border mandates, especially in relation to Austria.
  5. Stephan Hutter
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    Stephan Hutter
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 24 Years Ranked
    Stephan Hutter of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates remains a sought-after adviser to prominent bookrunners, global coordinators and issuers, whom he assists with IPOs, convertible bonds and capital increases as well as SPAC mandates. His multi-jurisdictional capabilities, especially concerning the Austrian and US markets, add to his status as a renowned practitioner. He attained his doctor juris in Austria and is admitted to the New York Bar.

Switzerland

  1. Marco Carbonare
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    Marco Carbonare
    Linklaters
    Linklaters | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 12 Years Ranked
    Marco Carbonare of Linklaters boasts a strong ECM practice across the DACH region, often advising bookrunners and issuers on IPOs, rights issuances and SPACs. Qualified in New York, England & Wales and Germany, he is a primary contact for clients seeking multi-jurisdictional assistance. Additionally, he is recognised as one of only few Switzerland experts based in Germany, having been involved in numerous IPOs on the Swiss Stock Exchange.

USA

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    George Hacket
    Clifford Chance
    Clifford Chance | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 15 Years Ranked
    US-qualified practitioner George Hacket of Clifford Chance LLP is appreciated for his strength in the ECM space. He regularly advises on prominent IPOs, capital increases and de-SPACs, acting for issuers and bookrunners. He additionally assists with US Rule 144A offerings and is also sought after for his expertise in cross-border mandates involving Austria.
  2. Gernot Wagner
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    Gernot Wagner
    White & Case
    White & Case | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 14 Years Ranked
    Gernot Wagner of White & Case LLP is known for his expertise in high-yield bond transactions. Clients benefit from his cross-border strength, particularly in relation to the US, where he is admitted to practice in New York.
  3. Joseph Marx
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    Joseph Marx
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 5 Years Ranked
    Frankfurt-based Joseph Marx is appreciated for his in-depth expertise in all matters concerning US capital markets law. He is admitted to the Bar in New York, the District of Columbia and Kentucky, which allows him to advise clients holistically on US law-governed capital markets mandates including Rule 144A and Nasdaq listings. He also assists with SPAC transactions.
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    Krystian Czerniecki
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 14 Years Ranked
    As a US-qualified practitioner Krystian Czerniecki of Sullivan & Cromwell LLP is well placed to handle cross-border ECM mandates, especially those involving the USA. He regularly handles complex IPOs, SPAC transactions and private placements, including SEC-governed IPOs and Rule 144A placements.
  5. Marc Plepelits
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    Marc Plepelits
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 14 Years Ranked
    Marc Plepelits is particularly active on DCM mandates, including high-value bond issuances, and is especially noted for his expertise in high-yield transactions. Admitted to the New York Bar and as the head of the firm's US corporate finance team in Germany, he complements this offering with particular strength in cross-border mandates connected to the US. He is additionally versed in matters relating to Austria, where he also attained his master juris.
  6. Rebecca Emory
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    Rebecca Emory
    White & Case
    White & Case | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 7 Years Ranked
    Issuers and lead managers alike appreciate Rebecca Emory of White & Case LLP for her strength in handling large-scale bond issuances with a particular focus on high-yield transactions. Clients additionally benefit from her experience in ECM deals, such as rights issues and IPOs. Being admitted to the New York Bar, she is well positioned to advise on mandates involving the USA.
  7. Stephan Hutter
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    Stephan Hutter
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise)
    2024 | Foreign Expert | 24 Years Ranked
    Stephan Hutter of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates remains a sought-after adviser to prominent bookrunners, global coordinators and issuers, whom he assists with IPOs, convertible bonds and capital increases as well as SPAC mandates. His multi-jurisdictional capabilities, especially concerning the Austrian and US markets, add to his status as a renowned practitioner. He attained his doctor juris in Austria and is admitted to the New York Bar.