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Banking and finance > Investment funds Tier 2

Dechert LLP's financial services team is regularly instructed on the structuring and launch of financial and investment products by financial institutions, fund providers and institutional investors. The practice frequently covers cross-border matters in cooperation with the locations in Luxembourg, London and the US, while interfacing regulatory and tax matters are another core focus. Hans Stamm (tax structuring) jointly heads the team with banking supervisory and investment law expert Angelo Lercara. The latter is also experienced in ESG-related regulatory matters. The team supports various regulated open and closed funds and recently assisted with loan, venture capital, real estate and debt funds.

Corporate and M&A > M&A Tier 5

Dechert LLP particularly focuses on the mid-cap deals and, in addition to M&A transactions, also handles related corporate structuring and restructuring, shareholder investments and joint ventures. The firm is further well versed in distressed M&A. This offering is routinely called upon by institutional investors, German and global corporations and family offices. The practice is headed by Federico Pappalardo, whose broad range of expertise extends across M&A, PE, VC and corporate finance. Carina Klaes-Staudt is another key contact and, in addition to transactions, also handles relevant restructuring, employment and tax law aspects.

Private equity > Transactions Tier 5

Dechert LLP's mid-cap expertise is regularly called upon by investors, PE shareholders and portfolio companies from the technology, fintech, life sciences, TMT, financial services and real estate sectors. The team frequently supports cross-border transactions thanks to the international network. Practice head Federico Pappalardo advises PE companies, family offices and financial investors on all aspects of financing and acquisition transactions. Kai Terstiege (PE transactions and corporate investments in the technology sector) joined the practice from WilmerHale in April 2023.