Clifford Chance LLP, Banking & Finance | Chambers Global Profile

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Banking & Finance - France

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance's highly reputed banking and finance department boasts notable expertise in leveraged and acquisition finance mandates. The lawyers are additionally skilled across a number of other areas including projects, equity bridge financing and infrastructure, and are increasingly active in debt refinancing and restructuring matters. The practice draws substantial strength from the law firm's excellent network of offices worldwide.

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Work Highlights

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Clifford Chance advised BNP Paribas and Société Générale on the EUR365 million refinancing of Groupe Courir.

Strengths

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"It is a very hard-working team entirely dedicated to its clients."

Banking & Finance respondent
Global

"Clifford Chance benefits from the strength of its network, with seamless cross-office relationships."

Banking & Finance respondent
Global

"It is a very hard-working team entirely dedicated to its clients."

Banking & Finance respondent
Global

"Clifford Chance benefits from the strength of its network, with seamless cross-office relationships."

Banking & Finance respondent
Global

Notable Practitioners

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Thierry Arachtingi

Band 1

Thierry Arachtingi is a leader in the field and is renowned for his expertise advising on transactional finance mandates, including acquisition and investment financing. He also regularly assists with tender offers and bridge term facilities.

"Thierry is great; he is helpful and calm on the deals."

"Thierry is one of the most seasoned financing lawyers in the French market. He is not only extremely strong technically but also a very good negotiator."

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Arnaud Fromion

Band 2

Arnaud Fromion assists with acquisition finance and credit facility mandates, often in the private equity space. He acts on behalf of French and international clients. He joined Clifford Chance in January 2025.

"He is an excellent lawyer with a strong pedagogical approach. He is always available at any time."

"Arnaud has such deep experience from his time in the market that he knows all the actors in the sector."

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Frédéric Guilloux

Band 5

Frédéric Guilloux advises on acquisition finance, including leveraged financing. His client list includes established private equity houses and investment funds. He joined Clifford Chance in January 2025.

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