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Darrois Villey Maillot Brochier is a well-regarded practice, skilled in handling both national and international matters. The law firm is experienced in the tax aspects of transactional mandates, including M&A, spin-offs, capital markets and restructuring matters. The department offers increasingly significant strength in real estate taxation. Its services are sought after by private equity firms, financial institutions and French corporates.
Work Highlights
- Darrois Villey Maillot Brochier advised Blackstone on the tax aspects of the refinancing of its logistic portfolios in France, valued at around EUR300 million.
Strengths
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"Darrois Villey Maillot Brochier checks what it can do for us and how to make our business better. The lawyers have always been available and we have no issue getting a meeting at short notice. They keep to the timelines and come back with properly done work."
"The team is among the best at handling complex matters and is able to react quickly to challenges that arise."
"It is a very capable team, advising on complex, cross-border issues with commercial insight. The team consistently works to extremely tight timelines, is always responsive and shows great commerciality."
"Darrois Villey Maillot Brochier checks what it can do for us and how to make our business better. The lawyers have always been available and we have no issue getting a meeting at short notice. They keep to the timelines and come back with properly done work."
"The team is among the best at handling complex matters and is able to react quickly to challenges that arise."
"It is a very capable team, advising on complex, cross-border issues with commercial insight. The team consistently works to extremely tight timelines, is always responsive and shows great commerciality."
Notable Practitioners
Vincent Agulhon is one of the leading practitioners in the market, with experience in handling the tax elements of high-value transactions. He boasts particular expertise in the tax aspects of real estate transactions. Clients from the finance, TMT and private equity fields turn to him for his advice.
"He is a seasoned veteran who knows what he is talking about. We appreciate his calm, pragmatic approach. He will find things in a smart way for us."
"Vincent Agulhon is one of the brightest tax lawyers I know."
"Vincent Agulhon is an exceptional lawyer with outstanding technical skills and a very pleasant personality."
"Vincent Agulhon is hugely experienced, offering considered advice on the most complex issues."
"I always have full confidence working with Vincent Agulhon."
Loïc Védie leverages his tax knowledge to assist clients with real estate transactions, including portfolio acquisitions, refinancings and bond issuances.
"Loïc Védie is punchy and rolls up his sleeves to get things done. He got into the details and told us how to respond. He is a safe bet for us."
"Loïc Védie is incredibly responsive, working seamlessly with other advisers in France and across borders."
"I prefer working with Loïc Védie because there is a lot of constructive work done on deals. He is a great player."