FTPA‘s practice strengths include advice on the acquisition of distressed companies and assets, the negotiation of restructuring plans and representation in court-administered insolvency proceedings. Edouard Fabre frequently advises court-appointed administrators, and leads the team alongside Romain Lantourne, who is well versed in financial restructurings and related litigation, while also advising potential bidders on takeover plans.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A highly responsive team with top-tier technical skills capable of handling cross-functional issues.’
- ‘Romain Lantourne's analytical precision is a defining characteristic.’
- ‘Availability, competence, tenacity.’
- ‘Flexibility, technical capacity, proximity.’
- ‘FTPA's restructuring team is distinguished by its dynamism and strong commitment to turnaround and insolvency proceedings. It combines solid technical expertise with an operational approach, enabling it to deliver rapid and effective solutions.'
- ‘Romain Lantourne is particularly recognised for his strategic thinking and his ability to resolutely defend his clients' interests. He excels in managing both legal proceedings and amicable negotiations, combining legal expertise with a practical vision.
Key clients
- GMD
- Creditors’ representatives of People & Baby
- Finotel
- Atradius
- Hin Shing Investment
- Les Petits Berceaux
Work highlights
Advised GMD on the negotiations with its financial partners for the purpose of its financial and legal restructuring, and its sale to the the Chinese group Suzhou.
Advised BTSG and MJA, court-appointed receivers of People & Baby, on the implementation of the reorganisation plan with affected party classes and its related litigation with former shareholders and managers.
Advised SIFA on in the context of the takeover of its own subsidiary, Réunion Transit, which is subject to rehabilitation proceedings.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Edouard Fabre; Romain Lantourne