With a strong transactional focus, McDermott Will & Schulte is regularly involved in private equity and M&A transactions, notably in the life sciences, healthcare, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals sectors. Practice head Antoine Vergnat sits at the forefront of the practice with strong private equity tax capabilities. Romain Desmonts is highlighted for his tax audit and litigation expertise. Bolstering the group’s partner offering, former A&O Shearman practice head Niels Dejean and Anne-Sophie Maes joined the firm in April 2024.
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Leading partners: Private equity tax
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Practice head
Antoine Vergnat
Other key lawyers
Romain Desmonts; Niels Dejean; Anne-Sophie Maes