UGGC Avocats‘s team is equipped to assist investment funds and companies alike with venture and growth capital mandates. The group has particular expertise with regard to deals involving healthcare, biotech, software, fintech and energy companies. Co-managing partner Charles-Emmanuel Prieur and Yves Mondellini share leadership. Prieur, who is lauded by one client as ’always available’, handles venture capital and LBO matters, while Mondellini deals with venture capital, corporate transactions and restructuring. Additional key contacts include Ali Bougrine (private equity, M&A, litigation and arbitration) and David Gordon-Krief (venture capital, litigation).
Testimonials
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‘The team was professional, technically perfect and very knowledgeable about the negotiating habits of the sector.'
‘Charles-Emmanuel Prieur is a very good specialist in the sector; he was always available and the quality of his negotiation was decisive for the success of the transaction.'
‘Transparent invoicing but above all exceptional value for money given the quality of advice, availability and restitution for customers.'
‘Laura Malach - as close to her clients as to her teams. Exceptional expertise recognized and appreciated, including by her colleagues Ali Bougrine - a partner at the disposal of her clients who knows how to highlight her teams while allowing them to improve their skills based on her experience.'
‘Charles-Emmanuel Prieur is particularly exceptional in his field. He stands out for his exceptional ability to manage complex transactions with rigor and efficiency. His strategic vision and his mastery of both legal and financial aspects make him a respected leader in his field. He also knows how to demonstrate great listening and empathy towards his clients, which strengthens the relationship of trust over the long term.'
Key clients
- Bpifrance
- BNP Paribas Développement
- AXIO Capital
- Gekko
- Isatis Capital
- Eternam
- AdBio Partners
- Finfrog
- Farnia Therapeutics
- M-Venture
- Stanwell Consulting
- Capza Transition
- Mirova
- Therinvest
- Art-Fi
- Soyhuce
- Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC) – Fichorga
- Samabriva
Work highlights
- Acted as counsel to Bpifrance on its €2bn fundraising for Verkor, a startup.
- Acted as counsel to Isatis Capital, Entrepreneur Invest and Seventure Partners in connection with their investment in Pitchy for €40m.
- Acted as counsel to Axio Capital in its €12m investment, which strengthened the equity capital of the Hygie group in order to accelerate its development in Luxembourg with the opening of new centres.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Charles-Emmanuel Prieur, Yves Mondellini