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Linklaters announces new partner election and 12 further promotions in Luxembourg effective 1 May.

"We are delighted to congratulate our newly elected Investment Funds partner, Adrien Timmermans, and our two new counsels, Mariusz Wiese and Louis-Eudes Giroux. Together with the 10 lawyers promoted this year, we celebrate this significant milestone in their careers. These appointments reflect not only their individual talent and dedication, but also the strength and depth of our Luxembourg team. I am confident that they will continue to contribute to the success of our clients and our firm."

Nicki Kayser
Managing Partner of Linklaters in Luxembourg

Discover more about our promoted lawyers below.

Adrien Timmermans
Investment Funds Partner

"I am an investment funds specialist with broad experience across the full spectrum of alternative fund-related matters. My approach is solution driven and underpinned by a commercial mindset. I focus on delivering clear, pragmatic advice that is tailored to the client’s commercial situation and helps them achieve their strategic objectives while managing legal and regulatory risk effectively. I work hand in hand with clients as a trusted adviser, integrating closely with their internal teams and other external advisers to anticipate issues early and design practical, implementable solutions."

Mariusz Wiese
Investment Funds Counsel

"I advise leading international asset managers on the full life cycle of investment funds, from structuring and launch through ongoing operations, regulatory compliance, restructurings and wind-downs. I focus on alternative investment funds, particularly real estate, private equity, private credit and infrastructure. I am an industry expert on accessing private wealth for alternative funds, including semi-liquid and evergreen funds, ELTIFs, access funds, tech platforms and alternative distribution networks. Clients value my ability to pragmatically navigate complex regulation and support them in developing sophisticated yet practical approaches for major institutional fundraisings and tailored offerings for retail and private wealth investors."

Louis-Eudes Giroux
Counsel, Head of Litigation, Arbitration & Investigations

"I help clients navigate complex disputes in Luxembourg, from high-stakes commercial litigation to sensitive criminal and public law matters. I focus on clear strategy, rigorous factual analysis and effective advocacy before the courts. Clients value my ability to manage contentious matters end-to-end – including internal investigations – and to anticipate risks before they escalate."

Laurent Benoit
Capital Markets & Banking Senior Managing Associate (Luxembourg)

"I focus on banking work with a particular emphasis on asset and real estate finance and restructuring and insolvency-related matters. I help clients navigate complex cross border structures in a clear and pragmatic way, so that they can close transactions efficiently and with confidence."

Merve Nazli Kaylan
Capital Markets and Banking Senior Managing Associate (Luxembourg)

"I advise lenders, sponsors, corporates and funds on loan arrangements, securitisation and debt issuances, with a particular focus on fund financing, real estate finance, acquisition finance and capital markets transactions. What sets me apart is a truly cross-border perspective, shaped by years of practice across Turkey, France and Luxembourg at leading law firms and at the European Investment Bank. I am known for being practical, calm under pressure and focused on getting deals done efficiently while managing risk. I thrive on complex, multi-jurisdictional work and building lasting client relationships."

Axelle Gagliardi
Mainstream Corporate Senior Managing Associate (Luxembourg)

"I advise global private equity investors and companies in structuring and executing complex cross-border transactions. My work covers mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and management incentive plans, often involving multi-jurisdictional structures and investment funds. I focus on clear, pragmatic advice and efficient execution, with particular attention to technical accuracy and transaction timelines."

Eugenie Syx
Mainstream Corporate Senior Managing Associate (Luxembourg)

"I am a Senior Managing Associate in Luxembourg, focusing on complex cross border corporate work, from private and public M&A to equity capital markets and listed company advisory. I help sponsors and corporates structure and execute transformational deals and capital raisings, aligning corporate, regulatory and disclosure workstreams across jurisdictions. What sets me apart is a mix of deep technical rigour and very hands on execution: I enjoy making complexity manageable, working seamlessly with international teams and using technology and AI tools to deliver clear, efficient and pragmatic outcomes for clients."

Laurie Mamane
Investment Funds Senior Managing Associate (Luxembourg)

"I advise asset managers on the full life cycle of alternative investment funds, with a focus on private equity, real estate, venture capital, private debt and infrastructure strategies. Clients come to me for clear, practical guidance on complex regulatory and structuring questions, including cross border transactions. Having practiced in Paris, Luxembourg and New York, I bring an international perspective and a strong understanding of how to align fund structures with commercial objectives."

Aleksei Glazunov
Mainstream Corporate Managing Associate

"I help international sponsors and businesses navigate multifaceted cross-border corporate and M&A transactions. Clients value my pragmatic and well-structured approach, attention to details, my ability to clarify complexity and my focus on getting deals done on time. With experience across multiple sectors, jurisdictions and types of transactions, I work closely with clients to design practical solutions that fit their commercial goals and risk appetite."

Sofia Lindqvist
Mainstream Corporate Managing Associate

"I advise clients on complex cross-border transactions across a range of sectors, specialising in private equity investments and corporate restructurings, with a focus on clear, practical advice and a smooth deal process."

Dimitra Panomitrou
Mainstream Corporate Managing Associate

"Based in Luxembourg, I advise global investors on their cross-border M&A and corporate transactions. I work closely with clients and their advisers across jurisdictions to deliver sound and pragmatic legal advice and to support every stage of a deal, always with the clients' commercial goals front of mind."

Jimy Benchahda Kontzler
Investment Funds Managing Associate

"I help asset managers set up and run a wide range of investment funds, from UCITS and other retail products to alternative strategies. Having worked in house with leading international asset managers, I focus on clear, practical advice and straightforward documents. I enjoy working side by side with clients, guiding them through regulatory questions and negotiating with service providers so their funds can operate smoothly."

Gaëtan Molina
Tax Managing Associate

"I focus on the tax aspects of investment fund structures and private equity transactions. I help clients design efficient cross border structures, manage tax risk and navigate constantly changing rules. My background in both French and Luxembourg tax law means I can bridge different market practices and expectations. I enjoy working closely with clients and colleagues from the outset of a project to find clear, practical tax solutions that support their commercial goals."

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Linklaters announces new partner election and 12 further promotions in Luxembourg effective 1 May.