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Linklaters

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : France

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Linklaters

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Banking & Finance - France

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Linklaters is well respected for its services across the banking spectrum, advising lenders and borrowers on acquisitions, real estate, corporate restructurings and refinancings as well as bond financing matters. The law firm represents a portfolio of clients comprising leading banks, private equity houses and major corporates. Its lawyers offer capabilities in both French and English law and collaborate with the firm's network of international offices.

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Work Highlights

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  • Linklaters assisted Viridien with its USD1 billion financing package.

Strengths

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  • The team's quality is based on the multitude of talents and skills it brings together. The team can respond to the most urgent and complex needs, within very tight deadlines.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Linklaters has been a long-term partner in most of our transaction and is clearly our go-to firm. The lawyers are highly trusted by all department of our company.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • It is a dedicated law firm demonstrating great responsiveness and tenacity in sometimes difficult situations.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • The lawyers at Linklaters are highly qualified technically, commercial in approach, very committed and always accessible. They have a strong client focus with a pragmatic approach to problems.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • The team is very available and responsive.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Pierre-Arnoux Mayoly
    Pierre-Arnoux Mayoly

    Pierre-Arnoux Mayoly

    Pierre-Arnoux Mayoly advises on acquisition finance and shows particular strength in equity bridge financings. He acts on behalf of both borrowers and lenders. He joined Linklaters in September 2025.

    • Pierre-Arnoux Mayoly provides excellent support and advice on all processes.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Pierre-Arnoux Mayoly has excellent interpersonal skills and a good technical level.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Pierre-Arnoux Mayoly is responsive which I appreciate. He really understands how transactions work. He is good in negotiations and he is very pleasant to work with. He is commercial too.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Cyril Abtan
    Cyril Abtan

    Cyril Abtan

    Cyril Abtan advises major financial institutions and corporate borrowers on acquisition finance and refinancings.

    • Cyril Abtan offers a higher level of service to his clients; responsiveness and proactivity, an ability to identify and find solutions adapted to complex problems, and good commercial sense.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • He has excellent knowledge of financing and structuring.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Cyril Abtan is responsive, very technical and has a very clear vision of things. He knows when to take a step back and explains the legal issues and constraints perfectly.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Shirin Deyhim
    Shirin Deyhim

    Shirin Deyhim

    Shirin Deyhim assists banks and private equity funds with acquisition finance matters. She joined Linklaters in September 2025.

    • I would highlight her technicality and responsiveness.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Shirin Deyhim is an excellent support in all the processes on which we collaborate together.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Shirin Deyhim is responsive and focuses on protecting the clients' interests.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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