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Elvinger Hoss Prussen Offices
2, PLACE WINSTON CHURCHILL
1340 LUXEMBOURG
Luxembourg
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Elvinger Hoss Prussen > The Legal 500 Rankings
Luxembourg > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1
Elvinger Hoss Prussen leverages an ‘in-depth knowledge of the Luxembourg legal market,’ enabling it to provide ‘practical, responsive and results-oriented advice’ to funds, corporates and banks on both domestic and cross-border transactions. Headed by the vastly experienced Pit Reckinger, the team’s generalist ethos ensures that clients receive a holistic and coordinated service and a degree of flexibility that can be lacking in more siloed practices. André Hoffmann exemplifies this approach, being equally comfortable handling regulatory matters as he is banking and finance transactions. Other key practitioners include capital markets experts Philippe Prussen and Philippe Hoss, Karl Pardaens, who is adept at handling fintech regulatory work, as well as ECM matters (including SPAC listings) and Henri Wagner, whose recruitment from A&O Shearman in March 2023 was a major boost for the firm in light of his international banking and financial services regulation expertise.Practice head(s):
Pit Reckinger
Other key lawyers:
Philippe Hoss; André Hoffmann; Toinon Hoss; Katia Panichi; Karl Pardaens; Philippe Prussen; Cintia Martins Costa; Nicolas Steichen; Henri Wagner; Anna Hermelinski-Ayache; Ana Bramao; Thierry Kauffman; Azadeh Djazayeri; Tiago Nogueira
Testimonials
‘The firm brings in-depth knowledge of the Luxembourg legal market coupled with awareness of drivers such as commercial factors and other jurisdictions.’
‘I found the partners and associates super responsive and understanding of the needs of a US fund setting up in Luxembourg, then transacting an acquisition.’
‘The team provides practical, responsive and results-oriented advice.’
‘We appreciated the approachability of the partners, their responsiveness, market knowledge and reputation.’
‘The team has a brilliant lead in the form of partner Karl Pardaens – a true leader in the Luxembourg market, with connections at all levels of government, commerce and law.’
‘The corporate team at EHP is pulling away from the Luxembourg market and cementing themselves as the leaders for corporate work in Luxembourg.’
‘Karl Pardaens – the best corporate partner I have worked with in Europe.’
Key clients
The European Investment Fund
Providence Equity/PSG Equity
Banque de Luxembourg
Banque Haviland
Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company
Gramercy Funds Management LLC
Valaris Limited – Valaris Finance Company LLC
Fortress Investment Group
NREP
Quilvest
The European Investment Bank
Blackstone
Revantage Europe
Ardagh Group S.A.
Monroe Capital
Société Générale Bank & Trust
Aareal Bank AG
Apollo
CVC
TPG
Mileway
Codic International SA
Digital Bridge
ArcelorMittal
Subsea7
Cinven
Intelsat
Codeis
Silver Lake
Belron
Work highlights
- Advised the European Investment Fund in the implementation of a first loss portfolio guarantee agreement.
- Advised Cinven on the acquisition financing for the acquisition of Euro Techno Com Group.
- Advised Quilvest on financings for its fund range and for its group.
Luxembourg > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1
Leveraging ‘in-depth knowledge of the Luxembourg legal jurisdiction,’ Elvinger Hoss Prussen is well-placed to advise local and multinational corporates on both domestic and cross-border M&A transactions. In this context, the ‘very experienced’ Toinon Hoss has an excellent reputation among international referring law firms, as well as financial sponsors, for providing ‘solutions-focused’ advice on the Luxembourg structuring aspects of cross-border mandates. Pit Reckinger‘s wide-ranging corporate expertise encompasses transactional, including financial services and insurance M&A in adddition to corporate housekeeping and governance advice. Philippe Hoss‘ transactional prowess includes both traditional strategic and sponsor-backed M&A, as well as work on de-SPAC mandates. Karl Pardaens is ‘very technical,’ ensuring that he is a popular choice for clients on M&A in highly regulated sectors, as well as advice in relation to fintech matters. Katia Panichi, who co-heads the team alongside Philippe and Toinon, is well-versed in private equity and venture capital transactions.Practice head(s):
Philippe Hoss; Toinon Hoss; Katia Panichi
Other key lawyers:
Pit Reckinger; Patrick Santer; Karl Pardaens; Linda Funck; Cintia Martins Costa; Thierry Kauffman; Anna Hermelinski-Ayache; Frédéric Clasen; Ana Bramao
Testimonials
‘The firm has in depth knowledge of the Luxembourg legal jurisdiction coupled with awareness and sensitivity to other drivers including commercial matters and international jurisdiction needs.’
‘Toinon Hoss is very experienced and solutions-focused.’
‘Karl Pardaens is very technical, extremely experienced and cost effective.’
Key clients
Allianz SE
Atlas Holdings
Baupost Group
BC Partners
Belron Group
Bregal Unternehmerkapital
Cinven
CVC Capital Partners
Elliott Advisors
European Fund Administration
Hellman & Friedman
Intelsat
Oakley Capital
PAI Partners.
Providence Equity
PSG Equity
Silver Lake Europe
Société de la Bourse de Luxembourg
TDR Capital L
TPG
The Toronto-Dominion Bank
FOYER
SkyCom
Xior Student Housing
Iconex
OTB Ventures
Trinugraha Capital & Co
SMS Gmbh
AllianceBernstein
Codic
GGS Gesellschaft für Gesundheit und Versorgung Sachsen GmbH
Delta Equity
Luxembourg > Dispute resolution Tier 1
Elvinger Hoss Prussen provides ‘insightful advice’ to private and public sector entities seeking a thorough and robust resolution to their cases, both through conventional litigation and arbitration. Appreciated for his ‘analytical approach,’ Pierre Elvinger is a ‘top-flight litigator’ across commercial, civil and employment disputes and heads the team alongside the ‘outstanding’ Marc Elvinger. Elisabeth Omes has an excellent ability to explain ‘difficult issues of Luxembourg law in the cross-border context,’ and is well regarded by banks and funds across a range of complex disputes, offering insight through her previous role at the domestic financial regulator.Practice head(s):
Marc Elvinger; Pierre Elvinger
Other key lawyers:
Elisabeth Omes; Léon Gloden; Michel Nickels; Florence Apostolou; Laura Arpetti
Testimonials
‘Superb industry knowledge, including deep knowledge of current enforcement activities of prosecutorial services.’
‘Their efficiency, attention to detail and commercial acumen coupled with their knowledge of Luxembourg law and legal process and their practical approach to handling our matter was commendable. We also found them very good value for money.’
‘EHP distinguishes itself with creative problem-solving, insightful advice, and their responsiveness. They excel in managing complex legal scenarios and negotiations through their strong understanding of circumstances and stakeholders.’
‘Michel Nickels is a safe and confident pair of hands guiding us with practical legal advice and support throughout.’
‘Laura Arpetti is highly knowledgeable, efficient, available (even when travelling and on weekends) and responsive. I would recommend her in a heartbeat!’
‘Marc Elvinger and Philippe Hoss are outstanding lawyers – their joint experience and knowledge has been invaluable. ’
‘Elisabeth Omes has a sharp understanding of the issues of the case, the needs of the client and communicating difficult issues of Luxembourg law in the cross-border context.’
‘Pierre Elvinger is a top flight litigator. Highly recommended for his analytical approach.’
Key clients
SOVIM
Cactus S.A.
Elliott Advisors
Immo Horizon S.A./Immo Terrains
Banque Centrale du Luxembourg
UBS Switzerland AG
UBS Europe SE, Luxembourg Branch
Luxembourg > Fintech Tier 1
At Elvinger Hoss Prussen, IP/IT expert Gary Cywie is pivotal to much of the fintech-related work handled by the firm, often teaming up with banking, capital markets and funds practitioners to provide a seamless offering to fintech providers and established financial services institutions. Cywie has been particularly active of late advising on blockchain-related matters and recently formed part of a cross-disciplinary team alongside regulatory and investment fund practitioners advising Azimut Investment and BNP Paribas’ Securities Services on the first phase of a joined blockchain initiative consisting of the tokenisation of units in a Luxembourg reserved alternative investment funds. Karl Pardaens is also a key member of the team and has a particular focus on advising on tokenised securities.Practice head(s):
Gary Cywie; Karl Pardaens
Other key lawyers:
Yves Elvinger; Sophie Dupin; Linda Funck
Key clients
Azimut/BNP Paribas
Next Gate Tech
Work highlights
- Advised Azimut Investment S.A. and BNP Paribas’ Securities Services on the first phase of a joined blockchain initiative consisting in the tokenisation of units in a Luxembourg reserved alternative investment funds.
- Advised Next Gate Tech in the context of their new commercial partnership with Kneip consisting in bringing together both companies’ expertise in fund data management.
Luxembourg > Investment funds Tier 1
The 'very professional, flexible and committed' team at Elvinger Hoss Prussen has 'an outstanding understanding of the market practice and strong relations with the CSSF’, ensuring it is very well-placed to guide fund managers through the intricate regulatory terrain and to structure the optimal fund vehicle relevant to both retail and alternative asset strategies. Gast Juncker has 'perfect knowledge of both the Luxembourg and EU regulatory framework' and has developed a particular niche advising Chinese asset managers on establishing UCITS funds in the country. Jérôme Wigny is 'able to synthesise the nuanced analysis of complex issues, with a user-friendly delivery’, providing a 'practical and commercial' service to managers structuring both UCITS and private equity funds. Joachim Cour has 'great knowledge of regulatory practices and market trends' impacting a wide range of asset classes, including private equity, real estate, debt, infrastructure and hedge, and is also noted for being dedicated in 'finding the best solutions for his clients to efficiently launch new products’. Vastly experienced team head Jacques Elvinger has 'in-depth industry knowledge' gleaned through his many years of fee-earner work in the space, as well as through his strong connections with the regulator and various trade associations/working groups. Other recommended practitioners include Sophie Laguesse, for private equity and real estate fund structuring as well as corporate governance concerns; the 'very business-minded and well-connected' Yves Elvinger; and Jeffrey Kolbet, who combines the 'perfect mix of intelligence and technical excellence' for fund managers and investors in the alternative funds space.Practice head(s):
Jacques Elvinger; Jérôme Wigny; Gast Juncker
Other key lawyers:
Sophie Laguesse; Sophie Dupin; Patrick Reuter; Thibaut Partsch; Frédérique Lifrange; Xavier Le Sourne; Olivia Moessner; Joachim Cour; Yves Elvinger; Benjamin Rossignon; Jeffrey Kolbet; Tom Göricke; Michel Marques Pereira; Charlotte Chen
Testimonials
‘The team is very professional, flexible and committed.’
‘The team is great top to bottom, the correspondences are reviewed and generally of a high quality, the team is responsive and has an outstanding understanding of the market practice and strong relations with the CSSF. ’
‘The extremely high degree of professionalism at all levels of seniority is stunning. Advice on complex topics of regulation is pragmatic and aims at indicating practical solutions with high consideration for the client’s interest.’
‘Jacques Elvinger has in-depth industry knowledge.’
‘Joachim Cour has great knowledge of regulatory practices and market trends. He is dedicated to finding the best solutions for his clients to efficiently launch new products.’
‘Gast Juncker is the reference on the market, especially for Asian clients. He has a perfect knowledge of both the Luxembourg and EU regulatory framework.’
‘Yves Elvinger is a very business-minded partner, eager to understand what we on the business side want to achieve and tries to resolve the matter. He is well connected in Luxembourg which helps.’
‘Jerome Wigny is able to synthesise the nuanced analysis of complex issues, with a user-friendly delivery.’
Key clients
abrdn
Advent International Corporation
Allfunds Bank
Alliance Bernstein
Allspring
Amundi
Antin
Apollo Investment Management Europe (Luxembourg)
Ares Management
AZIMUT Investments S.A.
BC Partners Management Lux
Benson Elliot Real Estate Partners
Blackstone Inc.
Carlyle
CBRE
Citibank
Cube
DigitalBridge Group, Inc
East Capital
Fideuram Asset Management (Ireland)
Harvest
Horizon Capital
HSBC Asset Management
I Squared Capital Advisors (US) LLC
ICG Senior Debt Partners Fund
ILIM European Real Estate Fund
JPMorgan
Jupiter Asset Management
KKR – Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. Ltd
Lightrock LLP
M&G Investment Limited
Monroe Capital Management Advisors
Natixis Investment Managers International
Nikko Asset Management
Nomura Asset Management
Northern Horizon Capital A/S
NREP Nordic Strategies
Oakley Capital Limited
Oaktree Capital Management
Oquendo
Pictet
Portfolio Adivsors
PROFounders Capital
Quilvest Capital Partners
Robeco
Schroders
SEB
Stonepeak
Tikehau Capital
Vitruvian Partners
Work highlights
- Advised Blackstone on matters of Luxembourg law in the establishment of its tenth global opportunistic real estate fund.
- Assisted Azimut Investments S.A. in setting up a range of ELTIFs with different investment strategies (venture capital, private equity, private debt).
- Advised Apollo on matters of Luxembourg law in connection with the establishment of Apollo Accord+ Fund, SCSp, the Luxembourg parallel fund of Apollo Accord+ Fund, its commingled multi-asset opportunistic credit fund.
Luxembourg > IP and IT Tier 1
Elvinger Hoss Prussen provides a comprehensive service to clients across a broad swathe of contentious and non-contentious IT and tech-related matters, with the team acting on its own as well as drawing from broader strengths across the firm’s full-service offering. Gary Cywie is well-versed at negotiating commercial contracts within the technology sector (including IT outsourcing and software licensing) and is also adept at handling matters at the intersection of finance and technology, including as these relate to digital ledger technologies. Linda Funck co-heads the team alongside Cywie and as well as providing IT and data protection proficiency also advises on due diligence for M&A mandates handled by the firm for IP-rich businesses.Practice head(s):
Linda Funck; Gary Cywie
Other key lawyers:
Emmanuèle de Dampierre
Testimonials
‘Emmanuèle de Dampierre took her time to understand our project and our needs, we appreciated her professionalism but also the fact that it was easy to discuss with her. She also made me feel comfortable in the discussions, gave relevant recommendations. She is easy to reach out to.’
Key clients
DigitalBridge
Azimut and BNP Paribas
Luxembourg Institute of Health (LIH)
Next Gate Tech
Losch Group
Maana Electric
Avanterra
Work highlights
- Advising the Losch group on data protection, intellectual property and IT matters.
- Advised Next Gate Tech on its new commercial partnership with Kneip, consisting of bringing together both companies’ expertise in fund data management.
- Advised Azimut Investment and BNP Paribas’ Securities Services on the first phase of a joined blockchain initiative consisting of the tokenisation of units in a Luxembourg reserved alternative investment fund.
Luxembourg > Private equity Tier 1
Drawing upon a ‘strong technical focus’, Elvinger Hoss Prussen is ‘well-versed in all manner of private equity transactions and structures’. It has excellent market traction among sponsors, appreciative as they are of the firm’s ability to provide expertise throughout the private equity life cycle, from advice on the holding structure, the financing and co-investments or joint ventures to management participation and exits. On the M&A front, the ‘very experienced and solutions-focused’ Toinon Hoss has an excellent reputation in the market and continues to regularly advise core client Cinven on the Luxembourg structuring aspects of its downstream investment activity. Katia Panichi co-heads the team alongside Hoss.Practice head(s):
Toinon Hoss; Katia Panichi
Other key lawyers:
Cintia Martins Costa; Anna Hermelinski-Ayache; Frédéric Clasen
Testimonials
‘They have a strong technical focus and provide an excellent client service. They are well-versed in all manner of private equity transactions and structures.’
‘Toinon Hoss is very experienced and solutions-focused.’
‘Toinon Hoss is fantastic.’
Key clients
Advent
Alpha Leonis Partners AG
Apollo
BC Partners
Blackstone
Bregal
Cinven
CVC Capital Partners
Greeneden Topco
Hellman & Friedman
PAI Partners
PIMCO
Providence Equity
Providence Strategic Growth (PSG)
Silver Lake
Sixth Street Partners
TDR
TPG Global
Vitruvian Partners
Oakley Capital
Elliott Advisors
Pollen Street
STAR Capital Partnership
AllianceBernstein
Atlas Holdings
Investindustrial
Luxembourg > Real estate and construction Tier 1
Working on its own as well as often forming part of an integrated multi-disciplinary offering alongside other firmwide complementary practice areas, Elvinger Hoss Prussen's team is well-placed to provide the full spectrum of real estate services for a varied client base including investors and developers. Although the firm does handle its fair share of conventional asset deals and lease negotiations, it is best-suited to handling complex matters including work on the conversion of brownfield sites. Here the firm benefits from the ‘theoretical knowledge and practical experiences’ of Nathalie Prüm-Carré in relation to urban zoning, where she is able to guide clients throughout the life cycle of a project, including in relation to litigation if necessary. Prüm-Carré also handles public procurement work in the construction space (for public authorities and private sector bidders), and is a pivotal member of a team that also includes Stéphanie Pautot – who excels at handling large-scale real estate projects, often acting as a project manager and liaison point between the various stakeholders. Former practice head Léon Gloden became a minister for the Luxembourg government in November 2023.Other key lawyers:
Nathalie Prüm-Carré; Stéphanie Pautot; Michel Nickels
Testimonials
‘Nathalie Prüm-Carré is very involved in the cases and tries to find the best win-win solutions, using her deep both theoretical knowledge and practical experiences.’
Key clients
Codic International SA
Red Cross Luxembourg Sàrl
Batipart Invest
Backstone/Revantage Europe
Work highlights
- Advised Codic International SA on its acquisition (including the bank financing) from Nextensa NV/SA of GK5 S.à r.l., which owns the Titanium site in the newly developed Cloche d’Or district of the city of Luxembourg.
- Advised Batipart Invest on the sale of the OBH office building in Kirchberg, Luxembourg, of around 15,000 sqm, to Real I.S.
- Advised Red Cross Luxembourg on the construction of the new Red Cross Building, which will include new premises for blood transfusions and other services in Howald, for approximately 13,400 sqm.
Luxembourg > Tax Tier 1
Strongly embedded into the domestic ecosystem, independent full-service heavyweight Elvinger Hoss Prussen has good insight into regulatory/legislative changes. It also draws upon excellent networking and business connections, ensuring that it provides ‘creative structural solutions to commercial issues‘, both for standalone tax matters as well as concomitant to transactional work handled by the firm. ‘Extremely responsive and commercial’ team head Elisabeth Adam has deep knowledge across domestic and international tax law, both in the context of corporate and real estate transactions and through regularly representing clients in tax litigation. Isabelle Gervais advises on the tax aspects of investment funds and private equity investments, including transfer pricing, as well as the tax considerations in real estate acquisitions.Practice head(s):
Elisabeth Adam
Other key lawyers:
Yves Prussen; Isabelle Gervais; Nadège Le Gouellec
Testimonials
‘The tax team is technically excellent but excels at finding creative structural solutions to commercial issues.’
‘They have very good knowledge of tax and legal matters which allows us to provide effective advice to the client and provide them with judicious suggestions for the files being processed.’
‘Elisabeth Adam is my go-to. She is extremely responsive and commercial, backed by technical excellence.’
‘Elisabeth Adam is very knowledgeable and has a great ability to adapt to different requirements. Communication is fluid and she has great attention to detail.’
Key clients
ArcelorMittal Luxembourg S.à.r.l
Luxempart S.A.
Hamilton Lane Advisors LLC
Tikehau Capital
Codic International
Banque Havilland
Intelsat SA
Kronos Management Luxembourg
Jetfly Aviation S.A.
AMC Capital IV
Irish Life Investment Managers Limited (ILIM)
Pollen Street Capital
Work highlights
- Advises Codic International SA on its acquisition from Nextensa NV/SA of GK5 S.à r.l., a Luxembourg company which owns the Titanium site in the newly developed Cloche d’Or district of the city of Luxembourg, and the financing of such acquisition.
- Advises ArcelorMittal S.A. on an ongoing basis on the tax aspects of various transactions, notably internal reorganisations or real estate development projects.
- Recently pleaded an important VAT case in front of the European Court of Justice.
Luxembourg > Employment Tier 2
Prioritising ‘pragmatism and real-world solutions’ as opposed to abstruse legal theories, Elvinger Hoss Prussen is a popular choice among domestic and international employers, including funds and banks across a broad array of advisory work, in particular, including advice on internal policies, employment contracts as well as general legal employment counselling on restructuring projects. A reflection of his broader commercial litigation prowess, much of team head Pierre Elvinger‘s workload is of a contentious nature, be it from a risk management or pre-litigation perspective or in formal litigation before the courts. Possessing a ‘remarkable ability to navigate complex issues,’ Florence Apostolou has more of a non-contentious angle to her work which includes standalone advisory as well as work aligned to transactions handled by other practice groups at the firm.Practice head(s):
Pierre Elvinger
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Deep level of knowledge, accessible and approachable lawyers.’
‘They provide consistently sound and reliable advice and guidance.’
‘Rather than solely focusing on legal theory, they prioritize pragmatism and real-world solutions.’
‘Florence Apostolou possesses a remarkable ability to navigate complex issues and arrive at concrete conclusions and action plans while carefully assessing all risks.’
‘The people we have collaborated with working at Elvinger Hoss Prussen have been amazing. They are smart and creative people, who are excellent to work with.’
Key clients
SkyCom and Claude Lenert
European Fund Administration
Elvinger Hoss Prussen > Firm Profile
As an independent law firm based in Luxembourg, we offer a complete range of services in many different sectors and can advise our clients worldwide on their Luxembourg law issues. Our firm was founded in 1964 by lawyers committed to both excellence and creativity in legal practice. Since then, we have shaped a firm fit for our key purpose: to guide our clients in their most critical legal matters and offer a range of complete legal advice and services. Today, celebrating 60 years in 2024, EHP has become one of the largest Luxembourg law firms.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner | Manou Hoss | manouhoss@elvingerhoss.lu | +352 446644 5161 |
Chairman of the Board | Jacques Elvinger | jacqueselvinger@elvingerhoss.lu | +352 446644 5411 |
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