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We specialise in complex, multi-jurisdictional restructuring and insolvency proceedings.

We have first-class capabilities in France, as well as in major European jurisdictions, the US, Asia, and emerging markets. Our expertise covers all aspects of restructuring, as well as pivotal related areas such as financing, litigation, market regulation, real estate, employment law and tax. 

Our expertise covers the following areas:

- We have a diverse range of experience, including representing the various parties involved in restructuring and insolvency procedures: debtor companies facing financial difficulties, groups of lenders, security agents, commercial creditors, insolvency practitioners, representatives or committees of creditors, major sponsors of financing & private capital, and financial institutions

- We have the necessary expertise to work on any type of restructuring or insolvency procedure

- We advise on financial restructuring processes of all kinds: standstills, renegotiations, debt restructuring and reorganising, debt-to-equity swaps, capital increases and bond issues, refinancing operations, project financing, real estate finance, setting up new warrantees and more

- We accompany our clients both in consensual and insolvency proceedings

- We have the required experience to deal with any insolvency case, and have developed particularly strong capabilities in complex, multi-jurisdictional procedures.

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Restructuring/Insolvency - France

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance has a highly active practice that regularly acts on debt issues, including debt-to-equity swaps and operational restructuring matters. The law firm has clear expertise in assisting with the acquisition and transfer of receivables, with further experience in safeguarding, rehabilitation and conciliation proceedings. The lawyers advise clients from a wide range of sectors, including leading domestic corporates and financial institutions.

À propos de l’équipe

Clifford Chance agit régulièrement sur des dossiers de dette, y compris des conversions de dettes en actions et des dossiers de restructuration opérationnelle. Le cabinet d’avocats dispose d’une expertise dans l’assistance à l’acquisition et au transfert de créances, avec une expérience supplémentaire dans les procédures de sauvegarde, de réhabilitation et de conciliation. Les avocats conseillent des clients qui opère dans de nombreux secteurs, y compris des entreprises et des institutions financières nationales de premier plan.

Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance advised a group of lenders on the restructuring of Orpea.

  • Clifford Chance a conseillé un groupe de prêteurs dans le cadre de la restructuration d’Orpea.

Strengths

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Clifford Chance has provided excellent support, with a large amount of expertise made available. The team demonstrated intelligence, creativity, and the ability to adapt and anticipate.

Restructuring/Insolvency respondent
France

The team have a very strong knowledge of restructuring and insolvency which we were able to benefit from. The advice provided was solid, and the availability was also something we really appreciated.

Restructuring/Insolvency respondent
France

I appreciate the innovative solutions the team came up with. The lawyers have great experience and a very broad understanding of the context of the case. I am very happy with the work provided.

Restructuring/Insolvency respondent
France

J’apprécie les solutions innovantes que l’équipe a trouvées. Les avocats ont une grande expérience et une compréhension très large du contexte du dossier. Je suis très content du travail fourni.

Restructuring/Insolvency respondent
France

Clifford Chance a fourni un excellent soutien, avec une grande quantité d’expertise. L’équipe a fait preuve d’intelligence, de créativité et d’une capacité d’adaptation.

Restructuring/Insolvency respondent
France

L’équipe a une très forte connaissance de la restructuration et de l’insolvabilité dont nous avons pu bénéficier. La disponibilité était aussi quelque chose que nous avons beaucoup apprécié.

Restructuring/Insolvency respondent
France

Notable Practitioners

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Delphine Caramalli
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Delphine Caramalli
3
Band 3

Delphine Caramalli's practice focuses on debt restructurings, rehabilitation proceedings and distressed M&A transactions. She is additionally adept at advising on insolvency cases and frequently represents important lenders and debtors.

I can confirm Delphine has strong technical knowledge as well as an acute commercial awareness.

I really appreciated the fact that Delphine anticipates problems; she seems to be one step ahead in the case and negotiations. She is a very available and invested partner, which we appreciate.

Delphine is particularly committed to her clients; she constantly seeks to represent their interest. She is very competent and has strong technical skills.

La pratique de Delphine Caramalli est axée sur les restructurations de dettes, les procédures de réhabilitation et les opérations de distressed M&A. Elle est également experte dans les affaires d’insolvabilité et représente fréquemment d’importants prêteurs et débiteurs.

Je peux confirmer que Delphine a de solides connaissances techniques ainsi qu’une conscience commerciale aiguë.

Delphine est particulièrement engagée auprès de ses clients, elle cherche constamment à représenter leurs intérêts. Elle est très compétente et possède de solides compétences techniques.

J’ai beaucoup apprécié le fait que Delphine anticipe les problèmes, elle semble avoir un coup d’avance dans le dossier et les négociations. Elle est très disponible et investie.

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