Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP advises on all aspects of public law, with particular expertise in major public law transactions involving issues of privatisation, reorgonsation and the governance of state-owned companies. Sought after for its proficiency in the infrastructure and energy sectors, the group regularly assists clients on complex matters in regulated industries, and is also seasoned in litigation. The practiceis jointly steered by Frédéric Salat-Baroux who is a highly skilled practitioner in the the energy, transport, telecoms and financial sectors, and Marc Lordonnois, who focuses on public law transactions, greenfield infrastructure projects and foreign direct investment matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Knowledge of our issues and specificities. Technical expertise.’
- ‘Very high level of professionalism, flexibility, availability and understanding of our industrial challenges.’
- ‘One of the best teams on the market, combining expertise, quality consulting and innovative solutions.’
- ‘Frédéric Salat-Baroux combines excellent technical expertise, proactive problem-solving skills, clear presentations, and the ability to navigate constraints.'
- 'We commend Pierre Caillol's diligence and professionalism.’
- ‘Ability to handle highly complex and sensitive cases, including those with intense national press coverage.’
Key clients
- Montefiore Investment
- Eurazéo
- Revima
- France Gaz
- Federec
- Teréga
- Noven – CIM
- Hype
- Mon Veto – SYNGEV
- RTE (Réseau Transport Electricité)
- Ardian
- EDF
Work highlights
Advised Ardian on the acquisition of Akuo, a leading player in the French renewables sector.
Advising Caisse des dépôts et consignations on the financing of the €67.4bn New French Nuclear Program.
Advising SNCF Group on the opening up of Rail Logistics Europe's capital in the context of the economic discontinuity plan for Fret SNCF decided by the French State following the European Commission's review of the financing conditions granted to Fret SNCF in the past that could be reclassified as illegal State aid.
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Practice head
Frédéric Salat-Baroux; Marc Lordonnois
Other key lawyers
Quentin Lejeune; Baptiste Jalinière