A&O Shearman
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Headed by the experienced Olivier Thébault, A&O Shearman's practice routinely advises banks and financial investors, and it also has strong capabilities in assisting issuers with large EMC transactions. The team is particularly active in advising on convertibles and sales and acquisitions of shares in relation to France’s leading listed companies. The team also provides support during strategic M&A and corporate deals led by the firm and involving top listed companies. Also recommended is Jade Billere-Mellet.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A&O’s expertise in the specifics of transactions, technical elements, and regulatory particularities has been invaluable to us in several situations. Their availability, responsiveness, and precision are also highly appreciated.’
- ‘Olivier Thébault demonstrates exceptional availability, consistently providing clear and precise answers to even the most complex questions. He possesses excellent teaching skills, a pragmatic approach, and solid experience. His knowledge of capital markets is robust and highly reliable, and his involvement in corporate/M&A matters is a significant asset. Jade Billere-Mellet demonstrates meticulous attention to detail in monitoring cases and constant availability, ensuring the smooth execution of transactions.’
Key clients
- Bpifrance CACIB Clariane Compagnie des Alpes Euronext Natixis Peugeot Invest Rexel Ubisoft
Work highlights
Advised CACIB and Société Générale on the spin-off of Hachette Group and Havas from Vivendi.