Jean-Christophe David
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLPWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is a reference in France among leading private equity sponsors and private debt funds undertaking major to large LBO and acquisition financing transactions. The practice has strong knowhow advising on unitranche and hybrid financing, while the team also assists some companies with banking and debt bond financing. The practice is co-headed by James Clarke , Jean-Christophe David and Géraldine Lezmi .
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Testimonials
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- 'The Paris financing team provides top and constant quality of service coupled with a strong understanding of what matters for PE investors. The team is very homogenous in terms of quality, from partner to more junior resources.'
- 'Géraldine Lezmi demonstrates superior technical and commercial skills coupled with an impressive sense of commitment. She is the lawyer you want on your side, especially on complex and time sensitive transactions. Once you worked with her it is very difficult to work with someone else.'
Key clients
- Barings
- Hayfin
- Arcmont
- Antin
- Ceva
- Eurazeo
- Keensight
- Montagu
- TowerBrook
- Pacific Avenue Capital Partners
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Géraldine Lezmi
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
James Clarke, Jean-Christophe David, Géraldine Lezmi