As one of the largest professional services networks in the world, EY has offices in more than 150 countries. Formed in 2018, it currently has offices in about 20 locations within Germany, including Hamburg, out of which its private equity team services clients. 

Focusses / specialisms 

The firm is highly active in German private equity and is typically seen advising PE funds on acquisitions of new targets, as well as add-on acquisition for existing portfolio companies. 

The team boasts vast experience in the automotive, healthcare, technology and software sectors, and is predominantly focused on mid-cap work. 

Key clients 

Key clients include Hg Capital, IK Investment Partners, H.I.G. Capital, Paguasca Holding, Daimler, Core Equity Holdings, One Equity Partners, Altor Equity Partners, OpenGate Capital,VR Equitypartnerand Sun Capital. 

Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023) 

M&A 

“The team has both very broad as well as deep knowledge in all relevant aspects of PE law. They were super-responsive, always acted like a true business partner (focusing on getting results rather than ‘lawyering’). Whenever we needed ‘out of scope’ advice, the team was either able to answer themselves or provide valuable resources from the EY network. All in all, can fully recommend!”