Capital Markets: Equity
Europe Guide 2024 : France
Band 3
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Provided by Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
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Chambers Review
Sullivan & Cromwell boasts a solid ECM practice with notable experience in capital increases and IPOs. The law firm advises both issuers and underwriters on the French and US law aspects of international capital markets transactions. Its client roster includes major French corporates, banks, insurers and private equity companies.
Work Highlights
- Sullivan & Cromwell advised the underwriters including BNP Paribas and Barclays Bank Ireland on EDF's EUR3.1 billion share capital increase with preferential subscription rights.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team has a high level of commitment, proactivity and responsiveness."
"The team has a high level of commitment, proactivity and responsiveness."
Notable Practitioners
Olivier de Vilmorin advises major issuers and underwriters on capital increases, IPOs and accelerated bookbuild transactions.
"Olivier is a key reference on the French ECM market."
"For capital markets matters, he is someone to rely on for complicated work."