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

What they say

Legal 500 EMEA 2026 – The team is quoted in the category Mergers & Acquisitions (below €100)
Franklin is a solid and established player in the mid-cap market, assisting funds and SMEs with M&A and cross-border deals, spanning various industrial fields including hospitality, real estate and TMT. The firm has continued to grow its ranks in March 2025 with the arrival of co-head Antoine Denis-Bertin, who brings a wealth of experience handling transactions in the financial services segment. The team is co-headed by Yam Atallah, Alexandre Marque, Lionel Lesur.
Testimonials
“High intelligence, very agile and insightful. A true business partner.”
Chambers France 2026 – Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market
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.
“We appreciate Franklin’s responsiveness, clarity and collaborative approach.”
“The Franklin team is flexible available and proactive on follow-up.”
“Franklin’s lawyers are prompt in their communication, provide practical and actionable legal advice and demonstrate a deep understanding of their client’s needs.”
“Franklin is responsive, professional and consistently reliable.”
“The law firm is a trusted partner for any company looking for high-quality legal counsel with a pragmatic and forward-thinking mindset.”
Leaders League 2026 – The team is ranked in the “Transactions between €75m and €500m” (Leading) categorie of the M&A Guide
Option Droit & Affaires 2025 – The team is quoted among the leading firms for M&A deals under 200 million euros ranking (4 stars)
Leaders League – Gold award « Mergers & acquisitions – Mid to large » – 2025