Capital Markets (Foreign Expertise) | Global

US-qualified practitioner George Hacket 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.

Karsten Wöckener 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. Wöckener has particular strength in mandates involving Austria.

Stephan Hutter 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.

Marco Carbonare 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.

Gernot Wagner is known for his expertise in high-yield bond transactions. Clients benefit from his cross-border strength, particularly in relation to the USA, where he is admitted to practice in New York.

As a US-qualified practitioner, Krystian Czerniecki 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.

Marc Plepelits is respected for his strength in DCM mandates, covering high-yield transactions and large-scale bond and note issuances. Clients equally benefit from his expertise in the ECM world, where his repertoire includes capital increases and rights issuances. Admitted to the New York Bar and as the head of A&O Shearman's US corporate finance team in Germany, he complements this offering with particular strength in cross-border mandates connected to the USA. He is additionally versed in matters relating to Austria, where he also attained his master juris.

Issuers and lead managers alike appreciate Rebecca Emory 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.