The team at Franklin advises on tax planning and structuring for M&A and private equity transactions, strategic investments, restructurings and financings. The practice also assists with fund structuring, tax audits and litigation, and private wealth matters for executives. Co-leading the group are Jacques Mestoudjian, who heads up the firm’s transactional tax offering; and Jacques Messeca, who leads on private client matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘We particularly appreciate Jacques Messeca for his responsiveness and the clarity of our exchanges, which are always very informative. He stands out for his agility in tax matters, consistently finding innovative solutions to optimise complex situations.'
- ‘Efficient, professional, client-focused, and creative.’
- ‘The tax department, headed by Jacques Messeca, is all the more effective because it works hand in hand with other departments of the firm, including the litigation department.'
- ‘Excellent team that has a perfect grasp of its files, including aspects outside its practice.’
- ‘The team is very available and responsive. They are true business partners, thinking both legally and practically, which is highly valued. Communication is smooth, and the exchanges are of high quality.’
- ‘Strong technical expertise. Good balance of explaining risk and finding ways forward.’
Key clients
- EFESO Consulting
- Eurazeo
- Isla Delice (Moon Bidco)
- Kaliti / Meanings Capital Partners
- Kerogo Finance
- Mechitronic
- Perwyn
- EFESO Consulting
Work highlights
Advised Perwyn on the tax aspects of its strategic investment in SoftNext.
Advised Conseil Expertise Trident Holding / Perwyn on the acquisitions of Cabinet Jacques Rozenbaum and Audit Conseils, chartered accountancy firms.
Practice head
Jacques Mestoudjian; Jacques Messeca