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Gide Loyrette Nouel

Projects & Energy: Domestic

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Our practice dedicated to Projects and Project Finance is recognised as one of the most experienced in the market. We are able to deal with all legal and tax aspects throughout the life of a project, including its conception, financing, completion and operation, as well as the strategic stages of restructuring, refinancing, sale or termination, along with any resulting legal or arbitration disputes.

We operate on every continent in the infrastructure, energy (thermal, renewable and nuclear), natural resources (mining, oil and gas), environment, defence, aeronautics and space sectors. Our team, which frequently participates in the development of regulatory frameworks, benefits from an excellent knowledge of the markets in which it operates, particularly on the African continent through its offices and partners located throughout the continent.

We advise all the players involved in projects: public authorities, sponsors, developers, investment funds, banks, international financial institutions, etc.

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Projects & Energy: Domestic - France

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What the Team is Known For

Gide Loyrette Nouel's well-regarded department has strong domestic and global activity, with a particular presence in Africa. The team represents states, corporates and lenders. The lawyers are regularly appointed on projects in a variety of sectors including natural resources, transport infrastructure and renewable energy. The team's expertise includes PPPs and project financing, with additional experience in contractual and M&A matters. The law firm leverages significant public law expertise to assist clients with domestic matters.

À propos de l’équipe

Gide Loyrette Nouel est un cabinet réputé, avec une forte activité en France et à l’international et une présence particulière en Afrique. L’équipe représente des États, des entreprises et des prêteurs. Les avocats sont régulièrement mandatés dans le cadre de projets dans divers secteurs, notamment les ressources naturelles, les infrastructures de transport et les énergies renouvelables. L’expertise de l’équipe comprend les PPP et le financement de projets, avec une expérience supplémentaire en matière contractuelle et de M&A. Le cabinet d’avocats s’appuie sur une vaste expertise en droit public pour aider ses clients dans le cadre d’affaires nationales.

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Work Highlights

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  • Gide assisted the European Commission with the development of an EU-owned multi-orbital satellite constellation project.

  • Gide a assisté la Commission européenne dans le cadre du développement d'un projet de constellation de satellites multi-orbitaux appartenant à l'UE.

Strengths

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  • The team is exceptional. The lawyers have the ability to handle a vast array of complex matters.

    Projects & Energy: Domestic respondentFrance

  • What I like about the firm is that there are different practices in the wider team; Gide can provide additional support on almost all topics.

    Projects & Energy: Domestic respondentFrance

  • It is one of my favourite law firms worldwide. It is easy to work with the lawyers and they always find solutions to problems we encounter.

    Projects & Energy: Domestic respondentFrance

  • Gide's lawyers have a wide range of skills in terms of sectors and geographical areas. They have a strong ability to adapt and are dedicated to the success of the project.

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  • L'équipe est exceptionnelle. Les avocats sont capables de traiter un large éventail de dossiers complexes.

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  • Ce que j'apprécie dans ce cabinet, c'est la diversité des expertises au sein de l'équipe élargie; Gide peut apporter un soutien complémentaire sur presque tous les sujets.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Stéphane Vernay
    Stéphane Vernay

    Stéphane Vernay

    Stéphane Vernay has a diverse practice that encompasses transactional and development project matters across various countries in Africa, notably in relation to the shipping sector. He is also particularly active in the energy sector, including nuclear and hydropower projects.

    Stéphane Vernay a une pratique diversifiée qui englobe les questions de transactions et de projets de développement dans divers pays d’Afrique, notamment en ce qui concerne le secteur du transport maritime. Il est particulièrement actif dans le secteur de l’énergie, notamment dans les projets nucléaires et hydroélectriques.

    • Stéphane Vernay is very talented.

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    • He is a great professional who does his job perfectly and it is always a pleasure to discuss with him. He is particularly responsive, with an ability to support companies in their strategic decisions.

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    • C'est un excellent professionnel qui fait son travail à la perfection et c'est toujours un plaisir de discuter avec lui. Il est particulièrement réactif et sait accompagner les entreprises dans leurs décisions stratégiques.

      Projects & Energy: Domestic respondentFrance

    • Stéphane Vernay est très talentueux.

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  • Marie Bouvet-Guiramand
    Marie Bouvet-Guiramand

    Marie Bouvet-Guiramand

    Marie Bouvet-Guiramand maintains strong experience in advising on acquisitions and project finance for clients in the infrastructure and energy sectors, both in France and globally.

    Marie Bouvet-Guiramand a une solide expérience dans le conseil en matière d’acquisitions et de financement de projets pour des clients des secteurs des infrastructures et de l’énergie.

    • Marie is very thorough and helps the clients in a unique way.

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    • Marie provides excellent service.

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    • Marie is an excellent lawyer. She is very competent and has a perfect command of her subjects. She demonstrates excellent listening skills and understanding of her clients' needs.

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    • Marie est une excellente avocate. Elle est très compétente et maîtrise parfaitement ses sujets. Elle fait preuve d'une excellente capacité d'écoute et d'une grande compréhension des besoins de ses clients.
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    • Marie est très consciencieuse et aide ses clients d'une manière unique.
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    • Marie offre un excellent service.

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  • Victor Grandguillaume
    Victor Grandguillaume

    Victor Grandguillaume

    Victor Grandguillaume advises on matters relating to the development of hydroelectricity and solar plants projects, in addition to PPPs. He routinely acts on mandates involving African jurisdictions.

    Victor Grandguillaume intervient sur des questions relatives au développement de centrales hydroélectriques et solaires, ainsi qu’aux PPP. Il intervient régulièrement dans le cadre de mandats impliquant des juridictions africaines.

    • Victor Grandguillaume has a lot of experience in African matters and brings strong dedication and responsiveness.

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    • Victor is amazing. His skills are incredible.

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    • Victor est incroyable. Ses compétences sont exceptionnelles.
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    • Victor Grandguillaume a une vaste expérience sur les dossiers africains et fait preuve d’un fort engagement ainsi que d’une grande réactivité.

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