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A&O Shearman

Corporate/M&A

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A&O Shearman

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Corporate/M&A - Luxembourg

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is highly regarded for complex cross-border M&A deals, often working alongside the law firm's offices in other jurisdictions. The team is particularly popular with private equity houses for advice on acquisitions and disposals. The law firm regularly acts on high-value transactions involving companies in the banking and technology sectors. It is also esteemed for assisting with domestic and multi-jurisdictional joint venture agreements, as well as with post-transactional corporate restructurings and public offerings.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised Banque Internationale à Luxembourg on the sale of BIL Manage Invest to Waystone.

Strengths

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  • A&O Shearman has broad and recognised expertise in the M&A field. The team demonstrates great flexibility and the ability to adapt to our various requests.

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  • A&O Shearman is responsive and available, even under tight deadlines. It is a trusted adviser throughout the entire process, being solution-oriented and providing the right expertise at each step.

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  • The team stands out for its strong cross-border execution capabilities, commercial mindset and ability to anticipate issues before they arise.

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  • It has been a very pleasant and productive experience working with A&O Shearman, as the team has proven to be not only fully available and very reactive but also very aware and caring of our needs.

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  • Complex situations are handled very well by A&O Shearman, from easy explanations to clear solutions and proposals. The team also has a high level of business acumen.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Fabian Beullekens
    Fabian Beullekens

    Fabian Beullekens

    Fabian Beullekens is a top-ranked lawyer who advises clients operating in a wide range of sectors, including financial services and life sciences, as well as private equity houses. He is highly regarded for acting on high-value, cross-border acquisitions and divestments, in addition to assisting clients with restructuring transactions.

    • I was really impressed with Fabian Beullekens' expertise. He was also calm and able to keep things light, even when discussions were tense.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • Fabian Beullekens always keeps a 360-degree view and inspires trust. We would be very happy to work him on M&A again.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
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  • Jacques Graas
    Jacques Graas

    Jacques Graas

    Jacques Graas advises clients from the real estate and banking sectors, as well as asset managers, on transactional matters, including public offerings, divestments, de-SPAC business combinations and joint ventures. He is recognised for assisting both domestic and international companies.

    • Jacques Graas is very smart, quick-witted and thinks ahead.

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    • Beyond his legal expertise, Jacques Graas has strong commercial sense.

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  • Peter Myners
    Peter Myners

    Peter Myners

    Peter Myners often advises private equity houses and asset management firms on high-value, cross-border acquisitions, as well as advising corporate clients on transactional matters. He is admitted to practice in Luxembourg and in England and Wales.

    • Peter Myners stands out for his commercial acumen and deep sector knowledge. He is a trusted adviser who balances risk and opportunity effectively, always keeping the broader business goals in focus.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • Peter Myners is a fantastic lawyer who is quite practical and experienced. He really adds value to our company.

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    • Peter Myners is easily the best Luxembourg lawyer we have ever worked with.

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  • Sylvain Cailleau
    Sylvain Cailleau

    Sylvain Cailleau

    Sylvain Cailleau demonstrates strong experience acting for asset management firms, financial institutions and multinational corporates on a variety of transactional matters, such as acquisitions, joint venture agreements and business divestments.

    • Sylvain Cailleau is a trusted adviser who can take a step back in transactions. He also goes the extra mile to be a trusted partner overall.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • Sylvain Cailleau is a very experienced lawyer who is able to handle complicated matters and adapt to different situations.

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    • His background in corporate law and litigation brings valuable insights into the reflections and negotiations.

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    • Sylvain brings a strategic mindset to every transaction.

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