The Racine private equity practice demonstrates proficiency supporting investment funds, financial sponsors, family offices and management teams with a broad range of domestic and cross-border LBO and LBO-connected transactions. The practice is co-led by Marie Pouget and Emily Pennec, who are recognised for their expertise in sponsor-led LBOs.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Racine's private equity team is particularly responsive and motivated. It's a competent team capable of handling mid-cap and large-cap deals.’
- ‘Emily Pennec excels in the field of private equity: She has a thorough understanding of the latest market trends and knows how to find innovative and effective solutions to successfully complete our transactions. It is always a pleasure to work with her because, in addition, she knows how to listen to her clients and their requirements.’
- ‘Strong responsiveness, professionalism, leadership.’
- ‘Exceptional commitment, a highly competent and dedicated team, and excellent case management. The perfect combination of IQ and EQ.’
Key clients
- Sagard
- 21 Invest France
- Hivest Capital Partners
- Five Arrows
- Isatis Capital
- Bridgepoint Capital Development
- Andera Partners
- RAISE
- Gaïana’s Management team
- LBO France Gestion
- Neuberger Berman
- Groupe HLD
Work highlights
Advised LBO France on the legal frameworks and corporate structuring aspects of a dividend recapitalisation transaction for Bexley, a men’s clothing brand.
Advised Weinberg Capital Partners, an independent investment company, on a leveraged buyout transaction involving six independent companies.
Adviced Neuberger Berman, a private independent employee-owned investment manager, on all French law aspects of an acquisition in the context of a global transaction led by NB.
Practice head
Marie Pouget; Emily Pennec