Clifford Chance, a renowned legal firm, has made significant strides in bolstering its capabilities within the financial services sector. By picking up two highly skilled banking and finance partners from Goodwin Procter, the firm aims to enhance its advisory services, particularly in complex areas such as leveraged finance, restructuring, and private credit transactions.

Clifford Chance's Strategic Move to Dominate Banking and Finance

Arnaud Fromion: A Versatile Legal Expert

Arnaud Fromion brings a wealth of experience to Clifford Chance. He is well-versed in representing banks, debt funds, financial sponsors, and corporate borrowers in a wide range of bank financing and complex restructuring transactions. His expertise in acquisition and corporate financing, fund finance, and leveraged finance has proven to be invaluable. With his leadership in the Paris debt-financing department at Goodwin, he is set to make a significant impact at Clifford Chance.

Fromion's track record showcases his ability to handle complex deals and provide strategic advice. His knowledge and skills enable him to navigate the intricacies of the financial markets and assist clients in achieving their goals.

His addition to Clifford Chance's team strengthens the firm's position in the European market and enriches its private capital offering. Clients can now rely on his expertise to handle their most complex projects with confidence.

Frédéric Guilloux: A Leveraged Finance Specialist

Frédéric Guilloux specializes in leveraged finance, corporate finance, and restructuring. His advisory services extend to private equity sponsors, private debt funds, and banking syndicates. With his in-depth knowledge and experience in these areas, he is able to provide tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of his clients.

Guilloux's expertise allows him to navigate the complex world of leveraged finance and help clients make informed decisions. His ability to handle restructuring cases with finesse has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor in the industry.

His joining Clifford Chance further enhances the firm's capabilities in the banking and finance sector. Clients can benefit from his comprehensive approach and strategic insights.

Mathieu Remy: Strengthening Clifford Chance's Position

Mathieu Remy, the managing partner of Clifford Chance's Paris office, views the hires as a crucial step in strengthening the firm's position on the European market. The addition of Fromion and Guilloux enriches the firm's private capital offering and capacities in the banking and finance sector, particularly in leveraged finance.

Remy emphasizes the significance of their expertise and experience. "Their skills significantly strengthen our capacities and service offering, enabling us to provide even better advice to clients on their most complex projects," he says.

With the Paris banking and finance team now having five partners, Clifford Chance is well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of clients in the financial services sector.

According to Fromion and Guilloux's LinkedIn profiles, they have a rich history of working together at different firms. Fromion's experience at Shearman & Sterling and Linklaters, along with Guilloux's tenure at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe and Linklaters before joining Shearman in 2011 as counsel and Goodwin as a partner in 2016, brings a diverse set of perspectives and skills to Clifford Chance.This collaborative effort is expected to drive Clifford Chance's growth and success in the banking and finance domain, as the firm continues to build on its reputation as a leading legal provider in the industry.