Ranking tables

Banking & Finance (Foreign Expertise) | Global

France

The Banking & Finance (Foreign Expertise) rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across France.

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    Michael Foundethakis
    Baker McKenzie AARPI
    Baker McKenzie AARPI | Head of Banking & Finance (Foreign Expertise)
    2025 | Foreign Expert | 16 Years Ranked

    Michael Foundethakis is qualified to practise in France, the Republic of Ireland and the UK. He advises on project finance as well as structured trade and export finance. He has particular strength in cross-border work, with clients including leading international financial institutions and activity involving African jurisdictions.

UK

  1. Adrian Mellor
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    Adrian Mellor
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | Banking & Finance (Foreign Expertise)
    2025 | Foreign Expert | 21 Years Ranked

    English-qualified Adrian Mellor is experienced in advising domestic and cross-border clients on corporate finance and restructurings. He also advises major banks on export finance.

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    Alexander Premont
    Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP
    Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP | Banking & Finance (Foreign Expertise)
    2025 | Foreign Expert | 2 Years Ranked

    Alexander Premont is experienced advising corporates and private equity sponsors on acquisition finance matters. He is able to assist with cross-border transactions and is dual-qualified to practise in France and England & Wales.

  3. James Clarke
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    James Clarke
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Banking & Finance (Foreign Expertise)
    2025 | Foreign Expert | 6 Years Ranked

    Dual-qualified in France and the UK, James Clarke moves up in the rankings in recognition of his strong activity advising on acquisition finance mandates for borrowers. He also has experience in refinancing matters.

  4. Kathryn Merryfield
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    Kathryn Merryfield
    Linklaters
    Linklaters | Banking & Finance (Foreign Expertise)
    2025 | Foreign Expert | 13 Years Ranked

    Kathryn Merryfield is dual-qualified in France and the UK. She advises both lenders and borrowers on acquisition finance, loan facilities and bridge finance.

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    Michael Foundethakis
    Baker McKenzie AARPI
    Baker McKenzie AARPI | Head of Banking & Finance (Foreign Expertise)
    2025 | Foreign Expert | 16 Years Ranked

    Michael Foundethakis is qualified to practise in France, the Republic of Ireland and the UK. He advises on project finance as well as structured trade and export finance. He has particular strength in cross-border work, with clients including leading international financial institutions and activity involving African jurisdictions.