About

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We specialise in complex, multi-jurisdictional restructuring and insolvency proceedings.

We have first-class capabilities in France, as well as in major European jurisdictions, the US, Asia, and emerging markets. Our expertise covers all aspects of restructuring, as well as pivotal related areas such as financing, litigation, market regulation, real estate, employment law and tax. 

Our expertise covers the following areas:

- We have a diverse range of experience, including representing the various parties involved in restructuring and insolvency procedures: debtor companies facing financial difficulties, groups of lenders, security agents, commercial creditors, insolvency practitioners, representatives or committees of creditors, major sponsors of financing & private capital, and financial institutions

- We have the necessary expertise to work on any type of restructuring or insolvency procedure

- We advise on financial restructuring processes of all kinds: standstills, renegotiations, debt restructuring and reorganising, debt-to-equity swaps, capital increases and bond issues, refinancing operations, project financing, real estate finance, setting up new warrantees and more

- We accompany our clients both in consensual and insolvency proceedings

- We have the required experience to deal with any insolvency case, and have developed particularly strong capabilities in complex, multi-jurisdictional procedures.

Chambers Review

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Restructuring/Insolvency - France

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance has a highly active practice that regularly acts on debt issues, including debt-to-equity swaps and operational restructuring matters. The law firm has clear expertise in assisting with the acquisition and transfer of receivables, with further experience in safeguarding, rehabilitation and conciliation proceedings. The lawyers advise clients from a wide range of sectors, including leading domestic corporates and financial institutions.

Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance advised a group of lenders on the restructuring of Orpea.

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Notable Practitioners

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Delphine Caramalli
3
Delphine Caramalli
3
Band 3

Delphine Caramalli's practice focuses on debt restructurings, rehabilitation proceedings and distressed M&A transactions. She is additionally adept at advising on insolvency cases and frequently represents important lenders and debtors.

I can confirm Delphine has strong technical knowledge as well as an acute commercial awareness.

I really appreciated the fact that Delphine anticipates problems; she seems to be one step ahead in the case and negotiations. She is a very available and invested partner, which we appreciate.

Delphine is particularly committed to her clients; she constantly seeks to represent their interest. She is very competent and has strong technical skills.

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Delphine Caramalli
3
Delphine Caramalli
3
Band 3

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