Tax
Europe Guide 2024 : France
Band 3
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Shearman & Sterling has notable skills in the corporate and finance areas, handling the tax aspects of M&A and private equity transactions. The law firm assists clients active in the energy and financial services sectors. The team additionally acts on behalf of private equity funds, financial institutions and multinational corporations. It is well versed in cross-border mandates.
Work Highlights
- Shearman & Sterling advised BNP Paribas on the tax aspects of the sale of BNP Paribas Personal Finance Bulgaria to Eurobank.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Shearman & Sterling does not overload with in-depth technical and theoretical knowledge, it is able to translate this into practical advice, which is a commercial skill. The law firm offers extensive knowledge and practical advice."
"When you have a very difficult topic to look at either relating to French taxation or other jurisdictions, Shearman & Sterling is super good."
"Shearman & Sterling does not overload with in-depth technical and theoretical knowledge, it is able to translate this into practical advice, which is a commercial skill. The law firm offers extensive knowledge and practical advice."
"When you have a very difficult topic to look at either relating to French taxation or other jurisdictions, Shearman & Sterling is super good."
Notable Practitioners
Guillaume Valois regularly advises well-known multinationals, French corporates, public sector clients and private equity firms on the tax elements of M&A transactions, as well as fund structuring and management incentive plans.
"Guillaume Valois is very pleasant to deal with and a great business partner. He is very articulate, communicates complex issues in a clear way and gives clear advice rather than sitting on the fence."
"We appreciate his availability and his general and specific tax expertise."
Mathieu Vignon regularly assists financial institutions and corporates with tax advice in connection with acquisitions, financings and fund structurings.
"Events this year have proven the strength of Mathieu Vignon's judgement."