George Rigo
George Rigo
George Rigo
Biography
George is a leading lawyer based in our Paris office, with over 30 years of expertise in M&A transactions, acquisition finance and restructuring.
He specializes in advising international industrial groups and holding companies on mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures across the energy, aerospace and defense, food and agriculture, and manufacturing sectors.
In the renewable energy space, George partners with major industry leaders to provide strategic guidance on high-impact projects across France. His recent work includes advising clients on the financing and acquisition of wind and solar initiatives.
George also represents clients in cross-border transactions, skillfully negotiating and drafting international contracts and commercial partnerships, while adeptly managing related litigation matters.
Admissions
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England & Wales (Registered Foreign Lawyer)
Related Capabilities
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M&A & Corporate Finance
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Infrastructure
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Energy Transition
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Corporate
Experience
- Advised a French dairy cooperative on an industrial and commercial cooperation agreement with a Chinese manufacturer listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
- Advised the founders of TMP Convert SAS on the sale of the company to RPM International Inc.
- Advised a contract logistics group on a joint-venture with a leader of the food industry for their activities in Poland.
Resources
Publications
- "Restrictions imposed by US export control regulations", Air & Cosmos, Spécial Bourget 2025, 12 June 2025
- "Requisitioning regime, a new challenge for defence stakeholders", Air & Cosmos, 29 April 2025
- “Solar Power: A practical Handbook, Second Edition, France Chapter”, Globe Law and Business, February 2025
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