Private Equity
Europe Guide 2024 : Germany
Band 1
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Provided by Milbank LLP
Private equity is one of Milbank Germany’s core competencies, as the firm has shaped this market by partnering with its clients to structure the most complex and innovative investment vehicles in the market. With deep knowledge of the private equity market, the highest level of legal expertise and a clear focus on the clients' economic goals as well as the commercially relevant challenges and aspects, the German Private Equity team develops tailor-made solutions and provides clear, practice-oriented recommendations.
Our integrated teams of highly sophisticated lawyers under the close leadership of experienced partners advise large- and mid-cap sponsors and investors in Germany and abroad. The combination of transactional experience, fully integrated cooperation with Milbank’s international offices, and comprehensive economic expertise in the areas of corporate law/M&A, financing, antitrust and tax guarantee efficient interface advice for complex projects. Milbank Germany’s clients can rely on an interdisciplinary, seamless and excellent advice in all phases of private equity from the formation of funds, the acquisition and development of portfolio companies to recapitalizations and exit strategies.
Focus of advice:
· Leveraged buy-outs
· Public M&A
· Take privates
· PIPEs
· Venture capital
· Joint ventures
· Minority participations
· Distressed M&A
· Fund structuring
Chambers Review
The international law firm Milbank houses a highly reputable private equity team, most noted for its strength in large-cap deals. The team is highly active advising domestic and international private equity funds and investors on complex cross-border transactions, aided by its robust international network. Sales and acquisitions as well as exits and financing rounds constitute key areas of expertise. The firm is also mandated by shareholders, with further expertise in handling mid-cap transactions. The technology, life sciences, healthcare and manufacturing sectors form key industries for Milbank.
Work Highlights
- Milbank advised EQT Future on its investment into SHL Medical.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"It's a very strong team with enormous bandwidth, having not only senior lawyers but also strong junior support."
"They are very good - they're very responsive, very committed, have good technical knowledge and are very pragmatic. They are pleasant to work with."
"They have a very commercial approach and can break down complex matters appropriately for their clients."
"It's a very strong team with enormous bandwidth, having not only senior lawyers but also strong junior support."
"They are very good - they're very responsive, very committed, have good technical knowledge and are very pragmatic. They are pleasant to work with."
"They have a very commercial approach and can break down complex matters appropriately for their clients."
Notable Practitioners
Norbert Rieger is one of Germany's top private equity experts, often handling complex and large-cap international acquisitions. His ample experience and long-standing expertise includes multiple deal structures, including public takeovers and minority investments.
Growth and private equity funds often seek Michael Bernhardt's advice on mid-cap sales and acquisitions, especially in connection with software and fintech targets.
Steffen Oppenländer continues to rise in the rankings, following excellent client feedback and market recognition. He is particularly active for international private equity funds and investors on acquisitions of targets from the life sciences sector.
"He has a very pragmatic approach, understands his client's needs and can manoeuvre in difficult situations effectively."
Ranked Lawyers at
Milbank LLP
Germany