Since its launch in 2015 with a founding team of just 13 members, the Luxembourg office has grown into a diverse and dynamic setting, now boasting a team of over 50 skilled professionals representing 16 different nationalities and achieving a balanced gender distribution, with women making up more than half of the workforce. "Our growth mirrors the increasing trust and demand from our clients, highlighting the importance of a strong, capable team to meet their needs and deliver excellence”, Louis-Maël explains.
Rooted in Expertise, Poised for Growth
Our adaptability to international market dynamics and technologies will define our success in the next decade
Simmons & Simmons operates globally across four highly regulated sectors: Asset Management and Investment Funds (AMIF), Financial Institutions (FI), Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT), and Healthcare and Life Sciences (HLS).
Luxembourg, as a key hub for AMIF and FI clients, was a strategic choice for Simmons & Simmons, where the office has built its expertise from the ground up in investment funds, banking, capital markets, corporate M&A, tax, and regulatory law. Over time, the Luxembourg office has broadened its focus and now provides tailored expertise to clients in the TMT and HLS sectors, reflecting its evolving capabilities and ability to serve a diverse client base. With half of its clients integrated into Simmons & Simmons’ international network, which spans 22 offices and 125 years of history, the Luxembourg team showcases the firm’s capabilities and ambition in navigating complex cross-border legal challenges.
Looking ahead, Louis-Maël highlights the importance of building on existing strengths, while remaining agile to seize new opportunities. "Luxembourg serves as a bridge between jurisdictions," he says. "Our adaptability to international market dynamics and technologies will define our success in the next decade."
Fostering Talent and Culture
The Luxembourg office has cultivated a unique and collaborative culture driven by its dynamic partnership and innovative mindset. The firm offers regular training programmes on emerging trends and sector-specific expertise, alongside extensive international networking opportunities, as well as initiatives focused on talent and career development. A strong focus on technology and a strong commitment to ESG initiatives — encompassing wellbeing, pro bono activities, efforts to reduce environmental impact, an inherent inclusive workplace atmosphere and contributions to charitable causes — make Simmons & Simmons an attractive employer.
Despite challenges in recruitment due to intense competition for talent, Louis-Maël believes the firm’s values resonate with the right top candidates. "Our size and mindset are appealing to individuals who value our DNA—a combination of innovation, collaboration, knowledge and commitment" he explains.
it’s our people and their talent that truly form the foundation of everything we do
A Vision Grounded in Relationships
At the core of Simmons & Simmons’ vision is a strong commitment to building long-lasting client partnerships and fostering cross-border collaboration. "We’re close to our clients because we understand their businesses," Louis-Maël Cogis says.
Innovation remains a cornerstone of Simmons & Simmons’ strategy, particularly in leveraging AI to enhance service delivery. Louis-Maël acknowledges the importance of balancing technological advancement with human expertise: "While technology drives innovation and helps saving costs for our clients, it’s our people and their talent that truly form the foundation of everything we do."
Shaping the Future of the Legal Industry
Over the next decade, the Luxembourg office plans to strengthen its involvement with industry bodies – an area where it already has strong presence - while reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner to both clients and peers.
With a proven track record, a focus on innovation, and a team-first approach, Simmons & Simmons Luxembourg is well-positioned to thrive in the years to come.
Louis-Maël expresses his deep gratitude to all Luxembourg Partners, Julie Carbiener (Tax), Augustin de Longeaux (Investment Funds), Cathrine Foldberg Møller (Financial Services Regulatory), Arnaud Fostier (Corporate M&A), Pieter Leguit (Investment Funds) and Thierry Somma (Corporate M&A), as well as every lawyer across each team and all the Business Services professionals for their individual contributions to this journey and the firm. He also extends his thanks to the clients and business partners whose trust and support have made this success possible.
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