Ashurst LLP focuses on supporting strategic investors in traditional PE transactions across the mid-cap segment, including equity investments, debt funds, distressed M&A and minority investments. Florian Drinhausen took over the management of the German corporate practice following the departure of Benedikt von Schorlemer (cross-border transactions in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors) to McDermott Will & Emery Rechtsanwälte Steuerberater LLP in April 2024.
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Key clients

  • Ardian
  • Ares Management
  • Balyo S.A.
  • Colibri Energy GmbH
  • Unaric Holding Ltd.

Work highlights

Advising Ardian on the acquisition of EMVIA Living from Chequers.
Advising Ares Management on the acquisition of POLO Motorrad and Sportswear from Equistone.

Lawyers

Practice head

Florian Drinhausen

Other key lawyers

Matthias von Oppen ; Matthias von Oppen