International law firm Ashurst announces the opening of its Luxembourg office, having recently received Luxembourg Bar Association licence approval. The firm is also boosting its tax capability with the appointment of partners Cécile Henlé and Georges Simon.
Cécile Henlé joins from Loyens & Loeff Luxembourg where she has worked since 2003, becoming a partner in 2014. Cécile specialises in international tax law, advising global clients on cross-border transactions and group restructurings. She has strong expertise in the structuring of private equity acquisitions and tax litigation.
Georges Simon also joins from Loyens & Loeff Luxembourg where he has worked since 2009. He has extensive expertise in advising global clients on cross-border transactions and group restructurings. He also has significant experience in Luxembourg domestic tax law and tax litigation, including in relation to all types of real estate transactions.
Commenting, managing partner Paul Jenkins said:
“The opening of our Luxembourg office is a great opportunity for the firm to grow our offering and build on the proven track record of our established Luxembourg desk. I would also like to welcome Cécile and Georges to the firm. We are delighted that they are joining the team and they will allow us to capitalise fully on the many positive opportunities in the year ahead.”
Isabelle Lentz, managing partner of Luxembourg, added:
“Cécile and Georges are both well respected practitioners, with impressive technical expertise and experience in key sectors in which we advise. Having strong tax capability will form a critical part of the offering in our new Luxembourg office and we are confident that they will play a key role in its success.”
Cécile Henlé commented:
“Joining Ashurst at this stage of the development of its Luxembourg capability is a great opportunity and I look forward to working with the Luxembourg and global tax team to further develop the offering for clients.”
Georges Simon added:
“I am delighted to be joining the firm and contributing to the growth of Ashurst’s new office. This will be the perfect platform from which to grow the business.”
Source: www.ashurst.com
