Clifford Chance advises BlackFin Capital Partners on joining forces with Arendt

Luxembourg – Global law firm Clifford Chance has advised BlackFin Capital Partners (BlackFin) on its strategic move to accelerate the growth and international expansion of Arendt Investor Services (AIS). BlackFin and Arendt have entered into a partnership that will see BlackFin become the majority shareholder of the company, while Arendt retains a significant stake.

This partnership marks a substantial milestone in AIS’ development strategy, reinforcing its position in the Luxembourg financial services market and enabling it to scale operations into new jurisdictions.

As an important shareholder, Arendt will continue to contribute to the development of AIS, while maintaining strong synergies with the law firm and its consulting services.

The Clifford Chance team was led by Partner Christian Kremer (Corporate/M&A) and consisted of Counsel Simone Schmitt (Corporate/M&A), Senior Associate Grégoire Colson (Corporate/M&A), with Partner Oliver Zwick (Investment Funds), Counsel Anne-Lise Vandevoir (Investment Funds) and Counsel Boika Deleva (Financial Regulation) providing support from a regulatory perspective.

The transaction is subject to CSSF approval and other customary procedures.