Clifford Chance Strengthens European Private Credit Team With the Hire of Two New Partners in Paris

Clifford Chance is pleased to announce the arrival of two partners, Arnaud Fromion and Frédéric Guilloux, to its Global Financial Markets team. They will be based in the Paris office, further enhancing the firm’s capabilities in this major European market. Arnaud Fromion brings extensive experience in leveraged, acquisition, corporate and fund finance. He has represented banks, debt funds, financial sponsors, and corporate borrowers in various financing transactions and restructurings.

Frédéric Guilloux specializes in leveraged, acquisition and corporate finance, and in restructuring. His practice focuses on advising private equity sponsors, private debt funds, and bank syndicates on complex leveraged financings.

Emma Matebalavu, Global Head of Global Financial Markets, said: “We are very excited to have Arnaud and Frédéric join our team. Their arrival strengthens our ability to provide innovative financial solutions and support to our Private Capital clients on their most complex projects. Their expertise in leveraged, acquisition and corporate finance will be invaluable to our firm and our clients. Arnaud has been a leader in the private credit market in France from its inception and Arnaud and Frédéric will enhance our globally integrated Private Credit offering for clients.”

Mathieu Remy, Paris Managing Partner at Clifford Chance, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Arnaud and Frédéric to our team. Their extensive experience, especially in leveraged finance, will significantly bolster our capabilities and enhance our service offerings to clients. Their arrival is a key step in our strategy to strengthen our position in the European leveraged finance market and deliver innovative financial solutions to our clients.”

The addition of Arnaud Fromion and Frédéric Guilloux underscores Clifford Chance’s commitment to providing top-tier legal services in the financial services sector. Their expertise will be instrumental in driving business development and client acquisition, particularly in the areas of leveraged finance, restructuring, and private credit.

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