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Meet Elena Pintea-Pushkin, Counsel at Racine Avocats. Elena advises French and foreign clients on legal issues relating to corporate governance, mergers, acquisitions and deal structuring.
She joined March to be part of a supportive community of women in M&A, and to build a strong, confident network (and she's so committed to March Women that she travels over from Paris at least once a month to see us).
We're delighted to have Elena join us in our community, and look forward to hearing more M&A insights from her in the future.
What do you do?
My role is to advise French and foreign clients on legal issues relating to corporate governance, mergers, acquisitions and deal structuring to ensure compliance with legal standards and the achievement of strategic objectives.
What's your biggest insight into the M&A market at the moment?
My biggest insight into the M&A market at the moment is the increasing prevalence of technology-driven deals, where digital transformation and innovation are key drivers shaping acquisition strategies and deal structures.
What do you love most about what you do?
The diversity and challenge that each deal brings. Each transaction is a new puzzle, requiring a tailored approach to navigate different regulations, industries, and corporate cultures. It's the combination of intellectual challenge, the chance to be a part of significant business milestones, and the continuous learning that makes what I do not just a job, but a passion.
And what are the biggest challenges with what you do?
Balancing the interests of all parties, while ensuring compliance and maximizing value for our clients, requires meticulous attention to detail and strategic foresight. The pressure to close deals successfully, coupled with the need to be constantly updated on legal and market developments, adds another layer of difficulty.
Why did you join March?
To be part of a supportive community of women in M&A, aiming to build a strong, confident network. To have the opportunity to learn from each other, grow professionally, and face the industry's challenges together.
What are you celebrating right now?
A key role played by our M&A team in a significant transaction. We had to work under tight timing imposed by the European Commission to complete the transaction and also needed to carry out significant carve-outs prior to the closing of the acquisition.
It was a challenging case for us as it involved a multi-currency, multi-time zone and cross-border transaction, as well as for our clients as it enabled them to expand their business into eight different countries.
Where can we find out more about you?
