Erwan Lacheteau > DLA Piper > Paris, France > Lawyer Profile

A key port of call for construction companies and property developers, DLA Piper is proficient in real estate finance. Antoine Mercier is often engaged in asset management matters, Myriam Mejdoubi is well regarded in the logistics sector, and Erwan Lacheteau is experienced in sale and leasebacks. Gabriel Dalarun is well versed in the creation of real estate funds and Charles Abitbol is skilled in advising on hotel developments. Romain Guénin is another key team member. Sarah Fleury arrived in October 2024 from Goodwin.

DLA Piper offers a good market coverage advising banks and debt funds. The team has a strong mid to upper-mid cap corporate financing and LBO financing practice, including unitranche, bridge loans and RCF facilities. Additionally, the firm houses strong real estate expertise that covers various property assets as well as solid domestic and African project finance capabilities. The practice is headed by real estate finance expert Erwan Lacheteau  and includes the talented Sophie Lok and Romain Guénin, while Eric Villateau focuses on project financing work.