Gowling WLG is the French office of the international firm of the same name. The office is based in Paris and led by managing partner Frederic Dereux. 

Gowling is an international law firm which can trace itself back to 1887 and with over 1,500 legal professionals in 19 offices. 

Focusses / specialisms

The French office has a particular focus on project finance work but is also active in banking, debt capital markets, M&A, private equity and project development.  

Key clients  

Key clients of the firm include Caisse d’Epargne Grand Est Europe, Banque Populaire Alsace Lorraine Champagne, Clarion Gramercy, Banque Palatine, Caisse d'Epargne Ile de France, Ventech, Terry de Gunzburg, Educapital, ITS (International Technology Solutions) and Citizen Capital. 

Client Feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)  

Investment funds: Private equity funds 

"Very good knowledge of the sector, very good adaptability to the customer, good value for money, capacity to intervene in many countries." 

Private equity 

"Strong and dedicated team led by Patrick Mousset."