Banking & Finance
Europe Guide 2024 : France
Band 1
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Clifford Chance's highly reputed banking and finance department boasts notable expertise in leveraged and acquisition finance mandates. The lawyers are additionally skilled across a number of other areas including projects, equity bridge financing and infrastructure, and are increasingly active in debt refinancing and restructuring matters. The practice draws substantial strength from the law firm's excellent network of offices worldwide.
Work Highlights
- Clifford Chance advised BNP Paribas and Société Générale on the EUR365 million refinancing of Groupe Courir.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"It is a very hard-working team entirely dedicated to its clients."
"Clifford Chance benefits from the strength of its network, with seamless cross-office relationships."
"It is a very hard-working team entirely dedicated to its clients."
"Clifford Chance benefits from the strength of its network, with seamless cross-office relationships."
Notable Practitioners
Thierry Arachtingi is a leader in the field and is renowned for his expertise advising on transactional finance mandates, including acquisition and investment financing. He also regularly assists with tender offers and bridge term facilities.
"Thierry is great; he is helpful and calm on the deals."
"Thierry is one of the most seasoned financing lawyers in the French market. He is not only extremely strong technically but also a very good negotiator."