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Loyens & Loeff

Corporate/M&A

Europe Guide 2026 : Luxembourg


Loyens & Loeff

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Acquiring or selling companies, incorporating, merging, demerging or dissolving entities, seeking sound legal advice to support the board’s business decisions, raising capital, structuring your corporate governance or preparing annual meeting processes… Our clients' business is punctuated by corporate and M&A operations for which they need comprehensive yet practical legal advice to meet their strategic goals.

Our team has acquired a strong experience in advising flagship companies, investment banks, and the top 50 private equity firms, on the widest scope of  corporate and M&A legal matters.

Our lawyers team up with our firm’s other departments to cover a full-range of corporate and M&A operations, including:

  • Corporate general advice
  • General Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Restructuring
  • Corporate Governance
  • Equity capital market
  • Insolvency & Restructuring
  • Debt capital market

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Corporate/M&A - Luxembourg

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Loyens & Loeff has a well-regarded practice predominantly advising well-known private equity houses on corporate restructurings, acquisitions and investments. The law firm acts on transactions in the IT, telecommunications, real estate and banking sectors. Clients benefit from the close collaboration of its lawyers with the law firm's highly recognised tax department.

Work Highlights

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  • Loyens & Loeff advised J.P. Morgan Securities on the Luxembourg aspects of the privatisation of L'Occitane.

Strengths

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  • Loyens & Loeff distinguishes itself through a combination of deep technical expertise, commercial awareness and responsiveness.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • The Loyens & Loeff team is always there for us. It is consistently responsive, very practical, very knowledgeable and knows our business inside and out. It is like we speak the same language.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • The team has an in-depth understanding of the Luxembourg corporate environment, which allows it to deliver solutions that are not only legally sound but also commercially practical.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • Their legal advice is technically sound yet pragmatic, and reflects a deep understanding of both the Luxembourg legal framework and the commercial drivers behind each transaction.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • Loyens & Loeff has strong advisers for complex transactions and knows its clients pretty well.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Frédéric Franckx
    Band 3Frédéric Franckx

    Frédéric Franckx

    Frédéric Franckx heads Loyens & Loeff's corporate practice. He advises on a range of matters, including private equity transactions, joint ventures, public takeovers and high-value mergers and acquisitions.

    • Frédéric Franckx is an exceptional problem solver with strong business acumen and a calm, solution-oriented mindset that sets him apart in high-stakes transactions.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • From my perspective, Frédéric is one of the best lawyers in Luxembourg.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • Frédéric Franckx stands out through his availability, ability to anticipate potential issues and commitment to achieving the best outcome for his clients.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • Frédéric proves to be a skilled facilitator and conflict navigator who is always focused on driving towards a clear, practical outcome.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • His approachable manner and collaborative way of working make him an invaluable partner in every project.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • Band 4Frédéric Lemoine
    Band 4Frédéric Lemoine

    Frédéric Lemoine

    Frédéric Lemoine regularly acts for private equity houses and corporate clients on both acquisitions and divestments. He also employs his skills to handle shareholder exits and the establishment of joint venture investment vehicles.

    • Frédéric Lemoine is a great lawyer who is very easy to work with.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • Frédéric Lemoine has been a trusted partner who has helped us navigate through quite a few challenges.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • Frédéric Lemoine is a highly meticulous and responsive professional.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • Frédéric is a good team player on corporate matters.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • Band 4Mathilde Lattard
    Band 4Mathilde Lattard

    Mathilde Lattard

    Mathilde Lattard has significant experience advising private equity firms and corporates on a variety of matters, including acquisitions, sales, business combinations and corporate restructurings.

  • Band 4Thierry Lohest
    Band 4Thierry Lohest

    Thierry Lohest

    Thierry Lohest assists clients with cross-border acquisitions and the necessary due diligence exercises and SPA agreements, often representing private equity houses.

    • Thierry Lohest is my go-to person at Loyens & Loeff. He is extremely commercial, pragmatic and resourceful, and always thinks outside of the box.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • His experience across multiple jurisdictions means there is very little happening in the private equity space that Thierry has not seen.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • It is a privilege to have the opportunity to work with Thierry on transactions.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • Thierry Lohest is an outstanding lawyer who is both technical and commercial.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • Up and ComingAna Andreiana
    Up and ComingAna Andreiana

    Ana Andreiana

    Ana Andreiana leads a varied practice advising clients on cross-border mergers and acquisitions, as well as assisting with financial restructurings and privatisations.

    • Ana Andreiana is a to-the-point, highly skilled and service-minded lawyer.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • Ana consistently demonstrates exceptional client service, deep expertise and a strong commercial mindset.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • What distinguishes Ana from her peers is her exceptional client focus and responsiveness. She truly understands our needs and anticipates challenges before they arise.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • Ana Andreiana stands out not only for her excellent legal skills, but also for her exceptional financial and commercial acumen, which consistently surpasses expectations.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • Ana Andreiana is detail-oriented and brings value to discussions.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

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