Among the many performance indicators for the European M&A market, a few are stable enough to constitute trends. Technology, media and telecommunications appear to be a driving force behind overall M&A deals across the continent. With energy and natural resources, as well as financial services, a mapping of industries active in European M&A matches Dentons’ industry sector core footprint.

Europe remains on the radar for many investors, in particular North American strategic and financial buyers. When you need legal advisors who are deeply rooted in Europe, reach out to Dentons’ M&A team to assist you.

Whether you are on the buy or sell side of a transaction, you benefit from a global team, an integrated platform of services and established relationships with investment banks, accounting firms and lenders. We know the players and regulators and how to partner with you when structuring your transaction.

From a takeover bid to a merger, de-merger or consolidation, we are at your side. Whether for Fortune 500 and middle-market companies, private equity investors, bidders and targets, financiers or independent board committees—we get your deal done.

Recognition

Dentons recognized for quality in Chambers France 2025

February 7, 2025

In the inaugural edition of Chambers France 2025 guide, Dentons lawyers received 15 individual rankings of which five were new or improved ratings. 

Dentons ranks among the top law firms in Slovakia

November 29, 2023

The Slovak Spectator, Slovakia's leading English-language newspaper, has ranked Dentons' Bratislava office as the second largest international law firm in terms of both lawyer headcount and revenue, and the fifth largest law firm overall in the Slovak market.

Dentons awarded Most Innovative Law Firm in Knowledge and Data

October 4, 2023

Global law firm Dentons received the award for Most Innovative Law Firm in Knowledge and Data in the Europe Innovative Lawyer Awards 2023 organized by the Financial Times.  The award recognizes Dentons’ priority clients program, which is supported by innovative tool, Purple Sea, which utilizes a machine learning algorithm and numerous internal and external data sources to provide actionable client intelligence and help identify opportunities for collaboration and new business.

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Insights

A 2024 retrospective: Key client insights on Ukraine

January 10, 2025

Ukraine: As global challenges continue to test the strength of the modern world and regulatory landscapes shift rapidly, staying informed about emerging trends is essential for both legal professionals and business leaders.

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.

A good week for Ukraine: Berlin hosts a key milestone in Ukraine's recovery efforts

June 18, 2024

Ukraine: The Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC) 2024, held in Berlin on June 11-12, marked a significant step forward in the international community's support for Ukraine amid the ongoing war with Russia.

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Dentons advises Nehlsen on acquisition of Karl Meyer AG

March 27, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised the international environmental and waste management service provider Nehlsen Aktiengesellschaft on the acquisition of Karl Meyer AG.

Dentons advises Shopper Park Plus on acquisition of a Tesco-anchored retail park portfolio in Slovakia

March 12, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised Shopper Park Plus Nyrt. (SPP) on the acquisition by its subsidiary, Shopping Malls SVK s.r.o., of a Tesco-anchored retail park portfolio in Slovakia from Tesco Stores SR.  The deal strengthens SPP’s strategic position as a leading owner and operator of food-anchored retail parks in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region.

Dentons advises Komerční banka on acquisition of SG Equipment Finance Czech Republic

March 7, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised Komerční banka, a.s. (KB), on the acquisition of a 49.9% stake in SG Equipment Finance Czech Republic s.r.o. (SGEF CR) from Société Générale Equipment Finance, S.A. (SGEF SA).

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