Transactional powerhouse Latham & Watkins is well regarded for its expertise in capital markets transactions, notably high-yield bond issuances and IPOs. Other areas of expertise include the implementation of employee stock incentives and management packages, as well as tax controversy matters before the French tax authorities. Olivia Rauch-Ravisé is highly regarded in the field and heads up the practice with deep expertise in private equity and M&A. Xavier Renard is a key name in the group and is well versed in private equity transactions, intra-group reorganisations and the taxation of financial instruments. Cécile Mariotti left the firm in January 2025.
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Key clients
- Abeille Vie
- AccorInvest Group SA
- Alain Afflelou SA
- Ardian
- Ares Management
- Astorg Partners
- Atos
- Bain Capital
- Bank of America
- Barclays Bank Plc
Work highlights
- Advised Ardian on the tax aspects in connection with the acquisition by Ardian of Groupe Hameur, holding company of the Magimix and Robot-Coupe brands.
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Practice head
Olivia Rauch-Ravisé
Other key lawyers
Xavier Renard