Headed by Olivier Vermeulen, Paul Hastings LLP‘s practice stands out for its deep involvement alongside leading private debt funds and sponsors on LBO and acquisition finance deals that include unitranche and PIK financings. The team also ranks among the few market’s experts in the fund financing space, where the team assists leading asset managers on large NAV and equity bridge fund financing deals. Also recommended are Tereza Courmont Vlkova and Marc Zerah. Of note, Thibaut Lechoux joined the practice from De Pardieu Brocas Maffei at the end of 2024.
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‘Technical team, with in-depth know-how. Pleasant team.'
'Responsive and high level expertise. Excellent services.'
Key clients
- Alcentra
- Antin Infrastructure Partners
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.
Tereza Courmont Vlkova
Practice head
Olivier Vermeulen
Other key lawyers
Tereza Courmont Vlkova; Marc Zerah