Among the many performance indicators for the European M&A market, a few are stable enough to constitute trends. Technology, media and telecommunications appear to be a driving force behind overall M&A deals across the continent. With energy and natural resources, as well as financial services, a mapping of industries active in European M&A matches Dentons’ industry sector core footprint.

Europe remains on the radar for many investors, in particular North American strategic and financial buyers. When you need legal advisors who are deeply rooted in Europe, reach out to Dentons’ M&A team to assist you.

Whether you are on the buy or sell side of a transaction, you benefit from a global team, an integrated platform of services and established relationships with investment banks, accounting firms and lenders. We know the players and regulators and how to partner with you when structuring your transaction.

From a takeover bid to a merger, de-merger or consolidation, we are at your side. Whether for Fortune 500 and middle-market companies, private equity investors, bidders and targets, financiers or independent board committees—we get your deal done.

Recognition

Dentons brings home five awards at the CEE Legal Matters 2024 Deal of the Year Awards

April 2, 2025

Global law firm Dentons was recognized with five awards at the 2025 CEE Legal Matters Deal of the Year Awards, including Deal of the Year in Romania, Slovakia, Ukraine, Latvia and Montenegro. The accolades are a testament to the quality of Dentons’ legal advice and the Firm’s leading role in the most important transactions in Central and Eastern Europe in 2024.

Dentons recognized for quality in Chambers France 2025

February 7, 2025

In the inaugural edition of Chambers France 2025 guide, Dentons lawyers received 15 individual rankings of which five were new or improved ratings. 

Dentons ranks among the top law firms in Slovakia

November 29, 2023

The Slovak Spectator, Slovakia's leading English-language newspaper, has ranked Dentons' Bratislava office as the second largest international law firm in terms of both lawyer headcount and revenue, and the fifth largest law firm overall in the Slovak market.

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Insights

Three things to include in your Dutch energy M&A checklist

May 6, 2025

M&A transactions in the Dutch energy sector can be affected by sector-specific regulations. To assist you in navigating the nuances of Dutch energy M&A deals, we have created a Dutch energy M&A checklist.

 

Investment Screening in the Energy Sector in the Netherlands

March 31, 2025

The two screening regimes currently active in the Netherlands may have a profound impact on companies and investments in the energy space.

A 2024 retrospective: Key client insights on Ukraine

January 10, 2025

Ukraine: As global challenges continue to test the strength of the modern world and regulatory landscapes shift rapidly, staying informed about emerging trends is essential for both legal professionals and business leaders.

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Dentons advises Korzinka on US$ 110 million equity capital investment

April 3, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised Korzinka, Uzbekistan’s leading supermarket chain, on securing a US$110 million equity investment from Abu Dhabi Uzbek Investment and a consortium of Omani sovereign investment funds, led by Uzbek-Oman Investment Company.  The deal represents one of the largest private investments in Uzbekistan in recent years.

Dentons brings home five awards at the CEE Legal Matters 2024 Deal of the Year Awards

April 2, 2025

Global law firm Dentons was recognized with five awards at the 2025 CEE Legal Matters Deal of the Year Awards, including Deal of the Year in Romania, Slovakia, Ukraine, Latvia and Montenegro. The accolades are a testament to the quality of Dentons’ legal advice and the Firm’s leading role in the most important transactions in Central and Eastern Europe in 2024.

Dentons advises Nehlsen on acquisition of Karl Meyer AG

March 27, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised the international environmental and waste management service provider Nehlsen Aktiengesellschaft on the acquisition of Karl Meyer AG.

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