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

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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.

Work Highlights

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  • Linklaters advised Indosuez Wealth Management, a subsidiary of Crédit

    Agricole, on the acquisition of Degroof Petercam.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Hubert Segain
3
Band 3

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 joined Linklaters in July 2024.

Hubert is hands-on and a skilled negotiator.

Hubert Segain is an exceptional lawyer. He is very strategic and knowledgeable about all legal issues and he provides innovative solutions.

Bruno Derieux
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Bruno Derieux
4
Band 4

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

Bruno consistently demonstrates availability, intelligence, political sense, very good organisation, creative spirit and rigour. He is a source of good ideas and an excellent coordinator.

He has excellent interpersonal skills beyond the technical aspects.

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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

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Hubert Segain
3
Band 3
Bruno Derieux
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Bruno Derieux
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Band 4