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Tax - France
4
Band 4
What the team is known for

DLA Piper has strong expertise in the tax structuring of investment funds, as well as fundraising matters. The team is well equipped to assist clients with the tax aspects of M&A and private equity transactions, in addition to tax audits and advice on transfer pricing policies. The law firm is a popular choice among international banks, private equity and asset management firms and companies active in the real estate and energy sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised Carlyle on the tax aspects of its sale of a majority stake in ETC Group.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Fanny Combourieu
4
Fanny Combourieu
4
Band 4

Fanny Combourieu leverages her tax knowledge to assist clients with acquisitions, disposals and refinancings. She regularly acts for asset management companies and private equity houses.

"Fanny Combourieu has good commercial sense and is also someone who tries to find solutions."

"Fanny Combourieu has an extremely pragmatic approach so she really seeks to understand the company she advises."

"Fanny Combourieu is super competent and experienced. She is very didactic with clients and has the ability to mobilise a multi-disciplinary and international team."

"It has been a pleasure to work with Fanny Combourieu for many years."

Raphaël Béra
4
Raphaël Béra
4
Band 4

Raphaël Béra is noted for his expertise in advising on the tax aspects of fund structurings, acquisitions and sales. His clients include financial institutions and private equity firms.

"I had a very good interaction with Raphaël Béra, who offers responsiveness and strong knowledge."

"Raphaël Béra is an excellent professional who, overall, delivered above expectations."

"It was a difficult deal and he tried to make it work, he is a dealmaker."

"Raphaël Béra has been very helpful and has got a good reputation as a technical lawyer. For the work that I have done with him, I have got good feedback to provide."

"I rely on him. He is absolutely brilliant and knows what he is doing."

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DLA Piper LLP

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Fanny Combourieu
4
Fanny Combourieu
4
Band 4
Raphaël Béra
4
Raphaël Béra
4
Band 4