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Kirkland & Ellis LLP is well equipped to advise private equity funds on the setting up of investment vehicles, as well as disputes, acquisitions and disposals. The group also works closely with the firm’s corporate practice to advise on the tax aspects of fund formation work and asset management M&A. Nadine Gelli heads up the practice with specialist knowledge in leveraged buyouts, funds structuring and asset management M&A. Sonia Bouaffassa is well versed in corporate reorganisations and debt finance matters.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Global vision of the transaction, going beyond just tax issues, with an excellent ability to identify and integrate international tax constraints.’

  • ‘I have been working with Nadine Gelli and Sonia Bouaffassa for several years - both are excellent technicians who often bring something extra to complex cases.’

  • ‘Nadine Gelli - Excellent technical skills. Excellent international network (through her firm and her experience) used with the greatest discernment. Problem solver. Proactive advice to the client. Excellent knowledge of the client's sector of activity. Attentive, very available, pleasant, and excellent personal contact.’

  • ‘This firm offers in-depth and personalized expertise in all aspects of taxation, whether it is tax litigation or assistance with tax audits, company creation, demergers, mergers, or helping its clients navigate the complexities of tax regulations. The firm stands out for its ability to offer a personalized and attentive service.’

  • ‘We work more specifically with Nadine Gelli, who stands out in particular for her technical skills, and her ability to quickly understand issues and provide a pragmatic response that complies with tax rules.’

  • ‘Nadine Gelli is I think the best tax advisor on the market in France and certainly her skills, commerciality and technical ability must put her as one of the top in Europe.’

  • ‘Great availability. Great technical expertise. Informative. Calm.’

Key clients

  • IK Partners
  • Banijay
  • Idemia
  • Gallant Capital
  • Parts Europe
  • Vantiva
  • CD&R

Work highlights

  • Advised IK Partners on the sale of a controlling interest in the firm to Wendel, one of Europe’s leading listed investment firms.
  • Advised Idemia on the extension of its loan facilities and its revolving facility, and on the repricing of its debt.
  • Advising CD&R and the consortium with Everest UK HoldCo Limited, an entity controlled by the Permira funds and the majority shareholder of Exclusive Networks, formed with a view to acquiring the shares of Exclusive Networks held by Everest UK HoldCo Limited and Olivier Breittmayer.

Lawyers

Leading partners: Private equity tax
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Nadine Gelli
Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Nadine Gelli

Other key lawyers

Sonia Bouaffassa