Ms Katia Merlini > Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP > Paris, France > Lawyer Profile

Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP is home to an experienced team that advises a loyal client base, that includes several major French corporations (especially in the energy sector) acting as issuers as well as a French bank. The Parisian team combines excellent French and UK law capabilities and regularly assists clients with the establishment of large EMTN programmes and consecutive bond issuances. It is also entrusted to deal with more complex transactions such as green bond and digital bond issuances. The highly regarded Sharon Lewis coheads the practice alongside Vincent Fidelle and Katia Merlini. Counsels Reza Mulligan  and Ailsa Davies  also contribute.

Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP ‘s excellent Parisian team seamlessly combines forces with the firm’s other international offices to handle complex cross-border and pan-European work. The practice impresses by its high-level securitisation expertise, advising leading banks and originators on large auto loan, leasing and RMBS transactions. The highly regarded Sharon Lewis and the excellent Laura Asbati  are absolute references in the abovementioned area. Additionally, Katia Merlini is also a strong name for derivatives work, advising many leading French and international banks. Counsels Reza Mulligan, Ailsa Davies   and Julie Toux  provide strong support.