Corporate – M&A
- Franklin is known as the leading independent law firm in France for mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate restructurings, handling an impressive body of domestic and cross-border mandates.
We lead work for domestic and overseas corporations and alternative capital providers. We advise on the full range of public and private M&A, minority and majority investments in a corporate and/or private equity context, restructurings and strategic alliances. Our Corporate/M&A team offers deep experience and innovation, providing strategic, legal and commercial counsel to the highest global standard. Clients of our corporate/M&A team also benefit from the strength of our other practice areas offering support in banking & finance, tax, employment, competition and disputes.
- Public & Private Mergers & Acquisitions
- Securities Laws
- Corporate
- Corporate Governance
- Restructuring & Strategic Alliances
- Legal 500 EMEA 2025 – The team is quoted in the category Mergers & Acquisitions
‘They are very experienced and have a commercial and proactive attitude.’
‘Lionel Lesur is extremely helpful and a trustworthy person. Excellent lawyer and professional.’
‘Rigour and engagement.’ - Chambers France 2025 – Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market
What the Team is Known For
Franklin houses a strong team able to advise clients on mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures. The team possesses expertise in handling domestic and cross-border LBO transactions. Its clients hail from the healthcare, technology, financial services and real estate sectors.
Strengths
‘Franklin has a broad set of skills.’
‘The team showed good technical knowledge across a wide range of fields, a sound commercial approach and a strong ability to create and build relationships.’ - Leaders League – Gold award « Mergers & acquisitions – Mid to large » – 2025
- Leaders League 2024 – The team is ranked in the “Transactions between €75m and €500m” (Leading) categorie of the M&A Guide
- Option Droit & Affaires 2024 – The team is quoted among the leading firms for M&A deals under 200 million euros ranking (4 stars)
- Leaders League – Silver award « Mergers & acquisitions – Mid to large » – 2024
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