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Latham & Watkins
45 RUE SAINT DOMINIQUE
75007 PARIS
France
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Position

Simon Lange advises private equity firms and companies in private corporate transactions, with a particular emphasis on leveraged buyouts.

Mr. Lange advises leading private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, listed investment firms, venture capital firms, and mid- to large-cap industrial companies.

He regularly helps clients navigate complex cross-border transactions with a French nexus, including:

    • Leveraged buyouts (LBOs)
    • Mergers and acquisitions
    • Joint ventures
    • Restructurings
    • Majority/minority investments

Mr. Lange brings clients a sophisticated global sense of what is at market, so they can efficiently bring deals to close. He draws on a deep technical knowledge of French law and a complementary understanding of a full spectrum of industries. Given his experience working in New York, he brings a direct and practical approach to dealmaking.

Mr. Lange maintains an active pro bono practice, advising global non-profits on fundraising, governance, and restructuring matters.

Lawyer Rankings

France > Private equity: LBO

The group at Latham & Watkins regularly advises major private equity houses on high-profile, large-cap LBOs. The team works closely with the firm’s leveraged finance team and is bolstered by its capabilities in the finance and capital markets spaces. Disposals, restructurings, joint ventures, and M&A are also core areas of expertise. The practice is co-directed by Thomas Forschbach, Olivier Du Mottay, Gaëtan Gianasso, Denis CritonAlexander Benedetti, Alexander Crosthwaite, Simon Lange, and Charles-Antoine Guelluy.