Laurent Faugerolas Joins Dechert’s M&A Team

Dechert LLP is pleased to announce that Laurent Faugerolas has joined the firm. Faugerolas focuses his practice on corporate finance matters, with an emphasis on public and private M&A, takeover bids and international capital markets, most notably equity capital markets. Laurent’s extensive experience complements Dechert’s existing corporate practice in London and Paris, and also broadens the firm’s European footprint.

Faugerolas, who has extensive experience working on strategic M&A transactions, particularly in the energy and life sciences industries, has been recognized by Chambers Global as a leading lawyer in corporate/M&A and equity capital markets in France.

“Laurent is very well-known in the corporate world and brings extensive experience that will be of great benefit to our clients,” said Dechert Daniel O’Donnell. “We are delighted that he has chosen to join our team.”

Faugerolas has advised on numerous IPOs and dual listings on NYSE Euronext, and has closed some of the largest and most significant M&A transactions in France. In addition, he has experience in corporate and securities litigation matters and holds a background in enforcement before the Courts and Autorité des Marchés Financiers. He advises clients in a range of industries including automotive, energy, life sciences, financial services and technology.

“I am excited to join such a strong and prestigious firm as Dechert. I have been quite impressed with the collegiality of the firm as well as the entrepreneurship of the team, ” Faugerolas said. “Before making this move I carefully considered where the best match and strongest global platform was for my practice. I firmly believe that Dechert will provide many opportunities.”

Prior to joining Dechert, Faugerolas served as a corporate finance consultant at his own firm, where he advised on mergers and acquisitions. His previous experience also includes working as a partner at several top-ranked international law firms, including service as co-managing partner of the Paris office and a member of the worldwide Business Committee of a leading international firm.

Source:  www.dechert.com