The European private equity market is experiencing a resurgence. We are witnessing a considerable increase in dry powder, although investors remain more selective.

In this increasingly competitive and complex private equity environment, you need a trustworthy and experienced advisor to help you navigate the inherent complexities and opportunities of the market.

Whether you are a buyout fund, entrepreneur or institutional investor, we offer you cross-border, multidisciplinary experience on the full cycle of private equity matters, from acquisitions through tax structuring to exit strategies. With more than 25 years in the market, we have adopted a comprehensive approach by combining forces with our tax, capital markets, banking, litigation, employment and IP lawyers to maximize efficiency and mitigate potential risks of your investment.

Look to Dentons for effective solutions in the following areas:

• Small to large cap leveraged acquisitions
• Fund formation, including regulatory and tax structures
• Fund and corporate governance
• Management mandates
• Financing, including senior, mezzanine, structured debts and preferred stock financing
• Public-to-private and delisting
• Portfolio assistance
• Venture capital

Recognition

Leaders League 2021 rankings recognize Dentons across Europe

January 26, 2021

Leaders League 2021 rankings have recognized Dentons among the best law firms across Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Russia and Spain. In total, Dentons received ratings in 60 categories, with 67 lawyers highlighted. 

Dentons ranks No. 1 for M&A in Central and Eastern Europe in Q1 2020 League Tables

April 30, 2020

Dentons has ranked #1 for M&A by deal count for the Eastern Europe region for Q1 2020, according to Bloomberg League Tables. Dentons advised on 18 announced deals.

Dentons places in top 10 in major categories of PitchBook’s Global League Table Rankings

June 5, 2019

PitchBook’s Q1 2019 Global League Table Rankings have been released, and for the first quarter of 2019 reporting period we placed in the top 10 in all major categories. 

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Insights

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.

AI trends for 2025: M&A and investments

January 10, 2025

Global: The surge in AI adoption has significantly influenced corporate strategies, including in the realm of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). The growing M&A activity is focused on companies acquiring related technology and technical talent to rapidly prepare for the disruption that AI is creating. Companies are increasingly leveraging M&A to enhance their AI capabilities, aiming to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Ukraine introduces new benefits for voluntary tax compliance

September 30, 2024

Ukraine: Commencing from October 1, 2024, tax benefits for taxpayers with a high level of voluntary tax compliance or members of the announced “White Business Club” will come into full force and effect.

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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 releases Global AI Trends Report

January 20, 2025

Dentons, the world’s largest global law firm, has published a Global AI Trends report, highlighting key risk considerations with viewpoints from multiple jurisdictions.

Dentons Paris advises Gilde Healthcare on its sale of RAD-x to a consortium of European investors

June 25, 2024

Dentons Paris has advised Gilde Healthcare on the sale of its majority stake in RAD-x to a consortium made up of Swiss Life Asset Managers and Vesper Infrastructure Partners. The consortium will support the growth ambitions of the pan-European medical imaging specialist RAD-x with a significant development plan aimed at extending its presence in Europe.

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