Private Equity
Europe Guide 2024 : Germany
Band 2
Contact number
+49 89 418 080Chambers Review
The international law firm Linklaters houses a skilled team able to advise on the full range of private equity transactions. Prominent international private equity houses frequently mandate Linklaters for its strength in acquisitions, divestments and investments in German assets. Due to its well-integrated European practice, the firm is able to handle large cross-border mandates. The law firm covers a variety of industries as well as deal types, including a focus on infrastructure transactions.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised Montagu Private Equity on the sale of a minority stake in its portfolio company Universal Investment to CPP Investment Board.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are commercial and pragmatic in their approach."
"They are commercial and pragmatic in their approach."
Notable Practitioners
Ralph Drebes remains a trusted adviser to prominent private equity firms due to his expertise in large acquisitions and sales of German targets. While his work spans various sectors and deal types, he has been noted for particularly outstanding expertise in infrastructure deals. He counts both high-end and mid-cap investors among his clients.