Banking & Finance
Global Guide 2024 : France
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Chambers Review
White & Case boasts a leading banking practice with a strong leveraged finance expertise and further strength in debt refinancing matters. The lawyers demonstrate an impressive performance in both domestic and cross-border matters, including involvement in transactions concerning prominent French corporates. White & Case's clients include leading banks and investment companies.
Work Highlights
- White & Case advised the arrangers, including Deutsche Bank and Bank of Ireland, on ICG's EUR975 million financing of the combination of Konecta and Comdata.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"In addition to good legal advice, White & Case demonstrated an ability to have the big picture in mind on complex matters and provide valuable advice."
"They have a broad team of very senior and skilled lawyers."
"Their service is exceptional. They are excellent on the legal side and are always available at any time."
"In addition to good legal advice, White & Case demonstrated an ability to have the big picture in mind on complex matters and provide valuable advice."
"They have a broad team of very senior and skilled lawyers."
"Their service is exceptional. They are excellent on the legal side and are always available at any time."
Notable Practitioners
Raphaël Richard leads White & Case's banking and finance practice. He maintains a strong reputation thanks to his expertise in advising both lenders and borrowers on high-value credit facilities and refinancings.
"Raphaël Richard is experienced in large transactions, knows everything by heart and is very technical. I highly recommend him."
"He has good commercial acumen."
Denise Diallo is recognised for her expertise in acquisition finance, which is sought after by both major lenders and corporate borrowers. She is dual-qualified at the Paris and New York Bars.
"Denise Diallo is brilliant."
Samir Berlat is a notable lawyer with experience advising on syndicated credit facilities and acquisition financing. He acts for leading French banks and corporates.
"Samir is an exceptional finance lawyer; he is very analytical, a fast thinker and also very aware of the commercial points. I strongly recommend him."
Ranked Lawyers at
White & Case LLP
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