Who we are
Founded in Paris in 1920, Gide is a leading international law firm with 12 offices spread throughout the world.
Where we work
Gide is physically present in six regions of the world, with 11 offices, enabling it to act on cases globally.
Founded in Paris in 1920, Gide is a leading international law firm with 12 offices spread throughout the world.
Gide is physically present in six regions of the world, with 11 offices, enabling it to act on cases globally.
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David-James Sebag is a partner in the Mergers & Acquisitions/Corporate group, and shares his time between Gide Loyrette Nouel's New York and Paris offices. David-James practice focuses primarily on M&A, Venture Capital, Growth and Private Equity with a concentration on cross-border transactions.
David-James has represents a large number of international companies and private equity funds for their French investments, and advises companies in their numerous operations (acquisitions, partnerships, financings or restructurings) in France and in the US. He regularly counsels private equity investors, corporate clients and entrepreneurs on successful VC and growth transactions, with an industry focus on technology and healthcare.
David-James Sebag is Co-Head of Gide's VC practice group and Head of the New York office.
Prior to joining Gide, David-James was a corporate partner in the Paris office of a global US law firm. David-James is a Member of the New York and Paris Bars.
« Pierre Karpik and David-James Sebag lead the team with talent. They are very involved in the files, very available. »
Legal 500 EMEA 2021
« David-James Sebag acts for venture capital funds and startups on transactions spanning sectors such as e-commerce, entertainment and insurance. Clients enthuse: "He is a very commercial and pragmatic venture capital lawyer," adding: "He is highly organised and responsive. »
Chambers Europe 2021
« David-James Sebag moves up the rankings this year amid growing appreciation from sources for his adept handling of venture capital matters. Clients note that he "is building a bridge between France and the US," adding that he is "advising a lot of US firms investing in France or French companies starting in the US." Sources also laud his pragmatism and commercial awareness. »
Chambers Europe 2020
