Banking & Finance - France
What the team is known for
Bredin Prat moves up the rankings this year and is a well-reputed French firm known for its corporate finance expertise, with significant activity in debt restructuring, acquisition finance and syndicated loans. The team advises a range of leading corporate clients hailing from the energy, telecommunications, healthcare and retail sectors in addition to financial institutions. The practice collaborates closely with its leading corporate, tax and competition departments.
Strengths
"Each transaction is a success thanks to their support and strong knowledge of banking documentation."
"It is a great team of highly competent lawyers with a customer-centric and one-stop-shop approach."
"The team has excellent technical mastery and responsiveness."
Work highlights
Bredin Prat advised KKR on the EUR1.67 billion financing of its friendly takeover bid for Albioma.
Notable practitioners
Head of department Raphaële Courtier boasts strong corporate finance expertise. She assists with credit facilities and transactional mandates as well as refinancings.
Karine Sultan is increasingly recognised for her broad experience advising on domestic and international acquisition financings and refinancings. She handles mandates for both lenders and borrowers. "Karine has excellent skills."
Samuel Pariente is highly sought after by corporate borrower clients for his advice on debt restructurings and acquisition financings. "Samuel Pariente is helpful, trustworthy and an expert in his field. It is a pleasure to work with him."