Led by Olivier Vermeulen, Paul Hastings LLP‘s team has a strong reputation among leading international private debt funds, however the group is equally adept at acting for banks, borrowers and private equity sponsors. The Parisian practice works in close combination with the London office to advise on high-value unitranche and PIK financings, as well as refinancing matters, fund financing and corporate finance issues. Tereza Courmont Vlkova, Marc Zerah and Thibaut Lechoux are key practitioners to note.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A team with extensive experience and a strong reputation in the bank financing market, as well as a proactive approach.’
- ‘Thibaut Lechoux has a proactive approach.'
- ‘The team is responsive, their expertise is excellent, and they are committed to defending their clients' interests.’
- ‘Tereza provides exceptional advice and impeccable professionalism. Always available.’
- ‘A personalized, tailor-made service with particularly valuable customer follow-up.’
- ‘Olivier Vermeulen and Tereza Courmont are always very close to the market, so they are able to advise their clients on matters beyond legal technicalities.’
Key clients
- Alcentra
- Antin Infrastructure Partners
- Apollo
- Arcmont Asset Management
- Ardian
- Astorg
- BNP Paribas
- Bpifrance
- Bridgepoint Development Capital
- Capza
- Cheyne Capital
- Crédit Agricole
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Olivier Vermeulen
Other key lawyers
Tereza Courmont Vlkova; Marc Zerah; Thibaut Lechoux