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Private Equity - Germany

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Weil, Gotshal & Manges assists growth investors, private equity firms and their portfolio companies with mid and large-cap acquisitions, sales and investments in German targets. Due to its close cooperation with its UK and US teams, Weil is well placed to handle cross-border transactions and frequently caters to international clients. Financing rounds as well as restructurings and distressed M&A are also effectively handled by the team. The sector coverage ranges from gaming and technology to finance and healthcare.

Work Highlights

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  • Weil, Gotshal & Manges advised EQT Private Equity on its USD1.7 billion acquisition of BTRS Holdings.

Strengths

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"They were good people to work with – reliable, available and happy to work with our financial solutions."

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Notable Practitioners

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Gerhard Schmidt
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Gerhard Schmidt
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Band 4

Gerhard Schmidt advises domestic and international private equity houses as well as their portfolio companies on acquisitions of German targets. He has experience in transactions across sectors including gaming, finance and professional services. He is also a certified tax adviser.

"He is an ideal sparring partner for complex legal issues."

"He is the key person for overall strategic advice and all topics with a high level of sophistication. He is always very fast and provides detailed responsiveness."

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