Clifford Chance
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The Clifford Chance private equity team is regularly instructed by large and mid-cap private equity houses, banks and specialist infrastructure funds. The group draws on broad expertise across M&A, leveraged finance, tax structuring and management incentive arrangements, with important team members including M&A expert Gilles Lebreton and Marianne Pezant, a key contact for cross-border transactions. Benjamin De Blegiers left the firm in April 2026.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Clifford Chance is exceptional at managing large, strategic transactions. They run a core team of experts who are extremely dedicated and a genuine pleasure to work with.'
- ‘Top-tier team known for deep bench strength, seamless international coordination, and flawless execution on complex cross-border matters.'
Key clients
- PE
- Aglaé Management
Work highlights
Advised Brookfield on the contemplated acquisition of a majority block of shares in Neoen from Impala, Fonds Stratégique de Participations, the CEO of Neoen and other minority shareholders, to be followed by a mandatory simplified cash tender offer.