Orrick advises the Getaround Group on the Combination of its European Operations with GoMore

May.11.2026

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Marine Jamain advises infrastructure funds, pension funds and other long-term investors in their acquisition, disposal or restructuring transactions in the energy and infrastructure sectors in Europe.

Marine also regularly advises clients in the fast-growing EnergyTech and InfraTech sectors.

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Cécile Mariotti Partner, Tax, Mergers & Acquisitions

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Cécile Mariotti Partner

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She has significant experience in both French and international tax matters and regularly advises on complex mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, capital markets, and financing transactions.

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Bill Hughes Partner, Capital Markets, Technology Companies Group

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Bill Hughes Partner

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