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  • McDermott berät Verdane bei Mehrheitsbeteiligung an Cropster

    McDermott berät Verdane bei Mehrheitsbeteiligung an Cropster

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    McDermott berät Verdane bei Mehrheitsbeteiligung an Cropster

    22. Oktober 2024

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    München, 22. Oktober 2024 – McDermott Will & Emery hat die auf Wachstumskapital spezialisierte Beteiligungsgesellschaft Verdane beim Erwerb einer Mehrheitsbeteiligung an dem Softwareunternehmen Cropster beraten. Verdane wird Cropster bei seinem weiteren Wachstumskurs unterstützen.

    Cropster bietet Softwarelösungen zum Einsatz in der gesamten Kaffeewertschöpfungskette, von Produzenten über Einkäufer und Röster bis zu Groß- und Einzelhändlern. Seit der Unternehmensgründung 2008 hat Cropster seine globale Präsenz stetig ausgebaut und arbeitet mittlerweile in über 100 Ländern mit namhaften Kaffeeunternehmen zusammen.

    Die Fonds von Verdane verfügen über Kapitalzusagen in Höhe von mehr als 7,7 Milliarden Euro. Seit 2003 hat die Gesellschaft mit Büros in Berlin, München, Kopenhagen, Helsinki, London, Oslo und Stockholm in über 400 schnell wachsende Unternehmen investiert.

    Die Beteiligung an Cropster ist bereits die elfte in der DACH-Region innerhalb der letzten 12 Monate und die vierte Transaktion in Österreich.

    McDermott Will & Emery, München: Hanno M. Witt, LL.M. (Private Equity, München, Federführung), John Zukin (Private Equity, Chicago), Dr. Florian Schiefer, Marcus Fischer (Counsel; beide Steuerrecht, Frankfurt), Raminta Dereskeviciute (International Trade, London), Dr. Nicolette Kost De Sèvres (Regulatory, Paris/Washington, DC), Amy C. Pimentel (Data Protection, Boston), Dr. Felix Ganzer (Private Equity, Frankfurt); Associates: Nicole Kaps, Marion Dalvai-König (Private Equity, beide München), Eleanor B. Atkins (IP, Washington, DC), Michal Chajdukowski (International Trade, London), Erin Kansy (Immobilienrecht, Los Angeles), Stavroula Nikolaidou (Regulatory, Paris), Riley O’Farrell (Transactional, Chicago), Melis Solaksubasi (Arbeitsrecht, Chicago)

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    Partner

    Frankfurt

    Marcus Fischer

    Counsel

    Frankfurt

    Nicole Kaps

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    München

    Marion Dalvai-König

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    München

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  • McDermott berät Eurazeo bei Finanzierung einer Kontrollbeteiligung der DBAG an der UNITY AG

    McDermott berät Eurazeo bei Finanzierung einer Kontrollbeteiligung der DBAG an der UNITY AG

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    McDermott berät Eurazeo bei Finanzierung einer Kontrollbeteiligung der DBAG an der UNITY AG

    21. Oktober 2024

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    München, 21. Oktober 2024 – McDermott Will & Emery hat Eurazeo Global Investor als alleinigen Kreditgeber bei der Finanzierung eines Anteilserwerbs an der Managementberatung UNITY AG durch die Deutsche Beteiligungs AG (DBAG) beraten.

    DBAG erwirbt durch einen von ihr beratenen Fonds eine Kontrollbeteiligung an der UNITY AG. Der bisherige Gesellschafter, die UNITY Innovation Alliance, beteiligt sich in fast gleicher Höhe. Ferner investieren UNITY AG-Mitarbeiter im Rahmen der Transaktion direkt in das Unternehmen. Die strategische Partnerschaft mit der DBAG soll UNITY zukünftige Zukäufe und M&A-Transaktionen ermöglichen.

    Die UNITY Aktiengesellschaft für Unternehmensführung und Informationstechnologie ist auf Technologieberatung und Digitalisierungsprozesse spezialisiert. Rund 400 Berater an 14 Standorten erwirtschafteten 2023 eine Gesamtleistung von mehr als 72 Millionen Euro.

    Die börsennotierte DBAG mit Sitz in Frankfurt am Main investiert traditionell in gut positionierte mittelständische Unternehmen mit Entwicklungspotenzial, überwiegend in der DACH-Region.

    Die an der Euronext Paris notierte Eurazeo ist eine globale, auf den Mittelstand ausgerichtete Investmentgesellschaft mit einem verwalteten Vermögen von über 35 Milliarden Euro, die in mehr als 600 Unternehmen investiert sind.

    McDermott Will & Emery, München: Ludwig Zesch, Dr. Matthias Weissinger (beide Finance, beide Federführung), Dr. Maximilian Meyer (Counsel, Steuerrecht, Frankfurt); Associates: Tim Becker, Romy Lanz (Düsseldorf; beide Finance); Eva Kanela (Transaction Lawyer)

     

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    Dr. Maximilian Meyer

    Counsel

    Frankfurt

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    München

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  • McDermott Comment | UK Outlines New Scheme To Attract Investment In Renewable Energy Storage

    McDermott Comment | UK Outlines New Scheme To Attract Investment In Renewable Energy Storage

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    McDermott Comment | UK Outlines New Scheme To Attract Investment In Renewable Energy Storage

    October 15, 2024

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    Sebastien Bonneau, partner at law firm McDermott Will & Emery, said:

    “The UK seems to have the ambition to take the lead across Europe on building a regulatory landscape that is favourable to the data center and broader digital infrastructure sector, supporting the investment in the renewable energy storage and designating data centres as critical national infrastructure. 

    In contrast, the EU recently announced investments shy of 1b Euros to bolster digital connectivity networks across the European Union, which in terms of proportion looks clearly insufficient at times where the construction cost of one single large data center facility is superior to this amount. 

    In the race to the future, UK’s is making strides.”

    Shah Jahan Khandokar, partner at law firm McDermott Will & Emery, added: 

    “Off the back of last week’s LDES announcement by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, yesterday’s Investment Summit (which resulted in the announcement of over £50bn of energy and data centre related projects), the onus is on the new Government to ensure that the UK really is competitive not only against other G7 countries, but also against non G7 renewable-resource rich countries which are falling within the sight of data centre developers with green aspirations.  The focus needs to be on streamlining planning regulations, and, from a practical perspective, the number of stakeholders who have the ability to say no to a project; investors are of course fine with projects being vetoed, they are not however comfortable with inconsistent criteria being applied by different stakeholders, such as the Regulator, Secretary of State, Planning Inspectorate, and Local Councils and their consultation bodies. Alongside this, energy developers will need to see improvements across the entire value chain, i.e., winning long duration electricity storage auction is one thing, being grid connected in time and in line with one’s financial model is another. 

     

    We are seeing more and more developers looking at emerging markets where, for example, there may be better solar irradiation or wind yield, and on top of this, the assets may be easily located next to operational substations or the regulatory framework may allow the developer to implement the relevant transmission infrastructure.  When it comes to energy intensive assets in particular, the Government needs to ensure that the UK can compete against these countries.”

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  • McDermott Represents LetsGetChecked in its Acquisition of Truepill

    McDermott Represents LetsGetChecked in its Acquisition of Truepill

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    McDermott Represents LetsGetChecked in its Acquisition of Truepill

    October 7, 2024

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    International law firm McDermott Will & Emery advised LetsGetChecked, a leading global healthcare solutions company, in its acquisition of Truepill, a leading digital pharmacy platform. With this acquisition, LetsGetChecked bolsters its ability to help partners provide a more seamless healthcare journey, while ensuring high-quality care and a better health management experience for patients.

    The McDermott team was led by Lisa Mazur and Mary Waller with invaluable support from Travis Jackson, Sarah Kitchell, Grayson Dimick, James Cannatti, Sam Siegfried and Danielle Scheer.

    Read the announcement.

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  • McDermott Comment | Rachel Reeves To Spare PE Bosses Top UK Tax Rate In Compromise On ‘Loophole’

    McDermott Comment | Rachel Reeves To Spare PE Bosses Top UK Tax Rate In Compromise On ‘Loophole’

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    McDermott Comment | Rachel Reeves To Spare PE Bosses Top UK Tax Rate In Compromise On ‘Loophole’

    October 7, 24

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    Kevin Cummings, partner and UK Head of Tax at law firm McDermott Will & Emery, said:

    “Yesterday’s FT article seems to trail what many in the industry had sensed from the tenor of the Government’s summer consultation with the PE industry and tax community – that some form of narrowed entitlement to capital gains tax for carry would prevail, along the lines of carried interest tax regimes more broadly across the EU – provided deal executives have more capital at risk in the fund. If the Government legislates on this basis, that would appear to be a reasonable compromise and would keep the London asset management market industry attractive in the race for talent.”

    Fatema Orjela, private equity partner at law firm McDermott Will & Emery, added:

    “The financial services industry is a great asset to the UK and it’s encouraging that the Government are seeking to show that we want to keep our edge and our hard fought talent. Any step taken to protect the tax treatment of those participating in the industry appropriately and fairly would no doubt be welcomed by those directly involved and serve to fuel continued value creation for the UK economy for the benefit of all.”

     

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  • McDermott Advises H.I.G. Infrastructure On Acquiring Controlling Interest In Polar DC Group Limited

    McDermott Advises H.I.G. Infrastructure On Acquiring Controlling Interest In Polar DC Group Limited

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    McDermott Advises H.I.G. Infrastructure On Acquiring Controlling Interest In Polar DC Group Limited

    October 7, 2024

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    International law firm McDermott Will & Emery advised one of the affiliates of H.I.G. Capital (“H.I.G.”), a leading global alternative investment firm with $65 billion of capital under management, on acquiring a controlling interest in PolarDC Group Limited (“Polar” and “The Company”).

    McDermott’s team was led by partner Fatema Orjela and included counsel Elisa De Carolis with associates Arjun Sehgal, Tom Johnson and Marc-us Ong, and trainee solicitor Yomna Zentani also advised.

    Polar develops, owns, and operates data center infrastructure targeting high-performance computing (“HPC”) applications. The Company’s first data center in Norway will provide up to 48MW of capacity once fully operational, and will be powered using 100% renewable, hydro-electric power. It will offer its customers best-in-class Power Usage Effectiveness, given the naturally colder Norwegian climate and modular design architecture. 100% of its initial capacity has already been presold.

    The Company is actively developing several other data center projects across Europe. The Polar management team has extensive experience in developing and operating data center infrastructure, and H.I.G.’s investment will enable the Company to deliver its near-term pipeline. The Company will continue to benefit from the knowledge and expertise of its early-stage investors LIAN Group, who will retain a minority stake in the Company going forward.

    Read H.I.G.’s press release here.

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  • McDermott Continues Its Accelerated Growth in London With Senior Tax Hire

    McDermott Continues Its Accelerated Growth in London With Senior Tax Hire

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    McDermott Continues Its Accelerated Growth in London With Senior Tax Hire

    October 3, 2024

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    International law firm McDermott Will & Emery welcomes Candice Nichol as a partner in its market-leading tax practice. Candice is the ninth London-based partner to join this year, and her arrival further strengthens the Firm’s standing in the London market.

    “We’re impressed with Candice’s superb experience, and we’re thrilled to welcome her onboard,” said Timothy Shuman, global head of McDermott’s tax practice. “Her long-standing relationships with premier organizations make her an excellent fit for the Firm.”

    “Candice is one of the new breed of proactive and entrepreneurial tax lawyers. She’ll be instrumental in supporting the growth of our UK and European tax advisory mandates,” said Kevin Cummings, the UK head of tax.

    A seasoned, multidisciplinary tax professional, Candice joins from a Big Four firm. She works with private equity funds and investors on the structuring of all types of international transactions across all asset classes. She also advises clients in the asset management, and financial institutions industries, with a particular focus on cross-border deals and fund and balance sheet structuring. Candice also has experience with contentious tax matters.

    “We’re in a period of fantastic growth in London, with several new additions in our PE, finance, M&A, and real estate practices. Candice’s arrival further bolsters this momentum,” said Aymen Mahmoud, managing partner of McDermott’s London office. “This hire sits within our strategy to expand our asset management, investment fund, and financial institutions capabilities and will also continue the growth of our top-tier global tax practice.”

    “McDermott’s pedigree in the area of international tax is exceptional and I’m very excited to be joining its expansive network,” said Candice. “As a Firm that has built its excellence on its tax origins and subsequently grown into one of the most relevant multi-practice global players, it continues to demonstrate a driven and entrepreneurial spirit that aligns with my own values and ambitions.”

    Candice’s arrival follows the recent hires of Graham White, Fatema Orjela, Christopher Kandel, Darren Rogers, Devina Rana, John Burge, and Sebastien Bonneau in London.

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  • McDermott baut Investmentfondspraxis mit Counsel in Frankfurt aus

    McDermott baut Investmentfondspraxis mit Counsel in Frankfurt aus

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    McDermott baut Investmentfondspraxis mit Counsel in Frankfurt aus

    1. Oktober 2024

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    Frankfurt a.M., 1. Oktober 2024 – McDermott Will & Emery verstärkt die deutsche Investmentfondspraxis mit der Rechtsanwältin Ilka Breuer. Sie schließt sich zum 1. Oktober 2024 dem Frankfurter Büro von McDermott als Counsel an.

    Ilka Breuer verfügt über mehr als 20 Jahre Erfahrung in den Bereichen Investmentfonds und Asset Management Sie berät regelmäßig Investmentgesellschaften und Asset Manager sowie institutionelle Investoren aus dem In- und Ausland und vertritt diese auch gegenüber den nationalen und europäischen Aufsichtsbehörden.

    Ilka Breuer wechselt zu McDermott von Ashurst. Von 2012 bis 2020 war sie für den Bundesverband Investment und Asset Management (BVI) in der Rechtsabteilung tätig. Ihre Anwaltslaufbahn hatte sie bei Clifford Chance begonnen.

    „llka Breuer ist mit ihrer umfangreichen Erfahrung rund um Investmentfonds und Asset Management eine hervorragende Verstärkung für unser Team“, sagt Frank Müller, Managing Partner des Frankfurter Büros von McDermott. „Wir heißen sie herzlich bei uns willkommen.“

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  • McDermott berät Kreissparkasse Biberach bei Akquisitionsfinanzierung für VTC

    McDermott berät Kreissparkasse Biberach bei Akquisitionsfinanzierung für VTC

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    McDermott berät Kreissparkasse Biberach bei Akquisitionsfinanzierung für VTC

    27. September 2024

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    München, 27. September 2024 – McDermott Will & Emery hat die Kreissparkasse Biberach bei der Finanzierung der Übernahme von Hürner Luft- und Umwelttechnik durch die Münchener Unternehmensgruppe VTC beraten.

    In der Funktion des Mandated Lead Arrangers, Agenten und Sicherheitentreuhänders arrangierte die Kreissparkasse Biberach für VTC eine maßgeschneiderte Konsortialfinanzierung mit weiteren Sparkassen.

    Die Kreissparkasse Biberach ist Mitglied der Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe. Träger der Sparkasse ist der Landkreis Biberach. Rund 900 Mitarbeiter sind an rund 40 Geschäftsstellen tätig. Im Jahr 2023 wies die Kreissparkasse Biberach eine Bilanzsumme von 6,49 Mrd. Euro auf.

    Die HLU – Hürner Luft- und Umwelttechnik ist ein deutsches Unternehmen, das mit mehr als 180 Mitarbeitern zukunftsorientierte Lufttechnik mit nachhaltiger Umwelttechnik verzahnt.

    Die VTC GmbH & Co. KG mit Sitz in München ist eine Beteiligungsholding, deren Fokus sowohl in der Weiterentwicklung der bestehenden Gruppenunternehmen als auch in der Akquisition neuer Beteiligungen liegt.

    McDermott Will & Emery, München: Ludwig Zesch, Dr. Matthias Weissinger (beide Finance, beide Federführung), Dr. Maximilian Meyer (Counsel, Steuerrecht, Frankfurt); Associates: Franziska Sauer, Romy Lanz (Düsseldorf, beide Finance)

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  • McDermott Represents Flourish Research in a Majority Investment from Genstar Capital

    McDermott Represents Flourish Research in a Majority Investment from Genstar Capital

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    McDermott Represents Flourish Research in a Majority Investment from Genstar Capital

    September 24, 2024

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    International law firm McDermott Will & Emery represented NMS Capital (NMS) and its portfolio company Flourish Research (Flourish), a leading multi-site clinical trial organization focused on cardiovascular, metabolic, neuroscience and infectious disease therapeutic areas among others, in a strategic majority investment from Genstar Capital (Genstar), a leading private equity firm focused on investments in targeted segments of the healthcare, financial services, software, and industrials industries.

    McDermott represented NMS in its formation of Flourish and acquisition of Clinical Trials of Texas in 2021, and has, since, worked closely with NMS and Flourish to support its growth and operations as it developed a network of 24 sites and 150 investigators conducting studies spanning all phases of clinical trial research.

    The McDermott team included Bernie Grondin, Dana Dombey, Chelsea Rogers, Morgan Pollard, Karis Jackson, Sarah Kitchell, Kyle Hafkey, Jae Lee, Paul Gadiock, Marissa Hill Daley, Deepali Doddi, Alex Ruiz, Kwabena Yeboah, Abigail Kagan, Dawn Peacock, Greg Heltzer, Ty Carson, Sarah Bro, Courtney Seams, Elena Otero, Kristi Mankowske, Jeffrey Holdvogt, Jennifer Hill, and Joshua Samis.

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