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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

Global Guide 2026 : France

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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability - France

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Linklaters has strong corporate expertise in a broad range of industry sectors spanning energy, banking, life sciences and infrastructure. The department benefits from a large international network, enabling it to administer seamless cross-border advice to clients. The lawyers act on a wide range of transactions including public and private M&A, joint ventures and divestments. The law firm maintains an enviable client base comprising blue-chip financial institutions, investment firms and high-profile corporates.

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Work Highlights

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  • Linklaters advised Bureau Veritas on the disposal of 9% of its capital.

Strengths

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  • The quality of service provided by Linklaters is second-to-none.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

  • The Linklaters lawyers are excellent sparring partners.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

  • Linklaters has the ability to handle complex, high-stakes work, including cross-border matters.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

  • The Linklaters team has sharp expertise, excellent interpersonal skills and quick understanding of the client's challenges.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

  • The team's technical skills, human qualities and responsiveness make Linklaters an essential firm for clients looking for advice on complex M&A transactions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Hubert Segain
    Hubert Segain

    Hubert Segain

    Hubert Segain is well placed to advise on strategic public M&A transactions. He represents both domestic and international clients in investments and acquisitions, notably in connection with the food and drink, TMT and insurance sectors.

    • He is a great ally in the complex M&A transactions we manage and an excellent negotiator.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Hubert Segain is particularly responsive and his opinions are technically good and pragmatic.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Hubert Segain has impeccable technical mastery, a true strategic vision and a pragmatism that drives projects forward.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Hubert Segain's fine understanding of business issues and creativity make him a trusted partner for his clients.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Hubert has a rare ability to manage all aspects of a complex transaction with acuity and strategy, as well as a true understanding of the issues of the various parties.

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  • Bruno Derieux
    Bruno Derieux

    Bruno Derieux

    Bruno Derieux advises clients on acquisitions in a range of sectors, including infrastructure and energy. He acts for both domestic and international corporates.

    • The combination of professional rigour and strong interpersonal skills makes Bruno a particularly valuable partner and an adviser I recommend without any hesitation.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • His proactive approach, responsiveness, and remarkable commitment consistently exceed our expectations.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Bruno Derieux is an excellent listener with genuine empathy, which makes exchanges and collaboration easy, even under pressure.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Bruno Derieux stands out due to his exceptional technical expertise, sharp strategic insight and profound understanding of clients’ commercial needs.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Bruno Derieux's undeniable technical skills, in-depth expertise in capital markets transactions and his ability to find tailored solutions have been instrumental in the success of our matters.

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  • Pierre Tourres
    Pierre Tourres

    Pierre Tourres

    Pierre Tourres is skilled at advising clients on cross-border and domestic transactions. He has particular experience in the automotive and pharma sectors.

    • Pierre is an extremely responsive lawyer, who knows our business very well. He is very competent, always available, and also pleasant in exchanges, a true trusted partner.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Pierre Tourres plays a key role in complex M&A transactions.

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