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Corporate/M&A - Germany

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Band 5

What the Team is Known For

The international law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher's expertise lies in mid as well as large-cap M&A transactions, and the firm acts for domestic and international corporates as well as founders and portfolio companies. Willkie Farr & Gallagher also enjoys a strong standing in private equity-related mandates. The team also assists with joint venture formations. Due to its international office network the firm is in a strong position to handle cross-border mandates across various industry sectors including pharmaceutical, technology, fashion and automotive.

Notable practitioners

Georg Linde is head of the M&A and private equity department and is a key contact for the firm.

Work Highlights

Provided by Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

  • Willkie Farr & Gallagher advised CVC Capital Partners on the acquisition of a majority stake in The Quality Group.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

"There are really capable people at Willkie who have very broad knowledge and good ideas, can quickly get into a topic and deliver really good results."

Corporate/M&A respondent
Global

"The corporate team is exceptionally helpful in guiding us through the commercial realities of the German M&A market."

Corporate/M&A respondent
Global

"The lawyers manoeuvre through contract negotiations in a goal-oriented, persistent and very competent manner."

Corporate/M&A respondent
Global

"Willkie quickly grasps the facts and shows great business understanding and creativity."

Corporate/M&A respondent
Global

"The team is very strong in dealing with commercially and legally complex matters across multiple jurisdictions."

Corporate/M&A respondent
Global