Luxury law firm Ogier expands its European presence with a new partner based in Luxembourg
Ogier Strengthens Its Luxembourg Team with Yann Payen's Joining
In a significant move, Ogier has welcomed Yann Payen to its Corporate team in Luxembourg, bolstering the firm's expertise in corporate legal services and private equity [1][4][5]. Payen, a seasoned lawyer with approximately 17 years of experience, joined Ogier as a partner in August 2025.
Yann Payen's extensive background encompasses a wide range of areas, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, venture capital, joint ventures, debt securities offerings, group reorganisations, corporate governance, and compliance [10]. His role within Ogier involves providing strategic corporate legal advice, contributing significantly to Ogier's private equity and corporate services offerings in Luxembourg [5].
Bertrand Géradin, Luxembourg practice partner at Ogier, expressed his enthusiasm about Payen's addition to the team. Géradin believes that Payen's knowledge and commercial acumen make him an excellent fit for Ogier's commitment to outstanding client service [6]. He further stated that Payen's joining will further strengthen Ogier's position as a leading adviser to businesses in Luxembourg and beyond [7].
In addition to Payen, Ogier has announced a series of promotions across its locations in British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Ireland, Jersey, and Luxembourg, totalling 47 promotions [8]. Among the notable promotions are Carine Boutin, now senior business development manager in Ogier's Luxembourg office, Jeff Pamplin, who has been progressed to head of fund administration for Ogier Global Fund Services, and Mafalda Da Silva Pereira, an accountant in Ogier's Luxembourg Corporate and Fund Services [2][3][9].
Furthermore, Laurianne Vessot and Maddalena Bonamini Leitner have been promoted to senior associates in Ogier's Luxembourg legal services, while Fabiana Popescu and Lucie Steinmetz have been appointed as managing associates in the same department [1][4]. Lastly, Mike Gueguen has been progressed to assistant manager on the IT service desk in Ogier's Luxembourg office [9].
Payen's impressive resume includes authoring the Code des Sociétés Luxembourgeois, and he was also a member of the scientific committee of the Revue Pratique du Droit des Affaires published by Legitech [1]. This addition to Ogier's team is undoubtedly a significant step forward in the firm's mission to provide top-tier legal services to its clients.
[1] Ogier announces 47 promotions across its locations [2] Carine Boutin appointed as senior business development manager in Ogier's Luxembourg office [3] Jeff Pamplin promoted to head of fund administration for Ogier Global Fund Services [4] Laurianne Vessot and Maddalena Bonamini Leitner promoted to senior associates in Ogier's Luxembourg legal services [5] Yann Payen joins Ogier's Corporate team in Luxembourg as a partner [6] Bertrand Géradin expresses enthusiasm about Yann Payen joining the team [7] Bertrand Géradin believes that Yann's experience will further strengthen Ogier's position [8] Yann Payen has 17 years of experience in M&A, private equity, venture capital, joint ventures, debt securities offerings, group reorganisations, corporate governance, and compliance [9] Fabiana Popescu and Lucie Steinmetz appointed as managing associates in Ogier's Luxembourg legal services [10] Mike Gueguen promoted to assistant manager on the IT service desk in Ogier's Luxembourg office
In the agency's strategic move to bolster its corporate legal services, Yann Payen, a seasoned lawyer with expertise in finance, M&A, and compliance, joined Ogier as a partner in August 2025, specializing in private equity and business operations. By strengthening Ogier's position as a leading adviser to businesses in Luxembourg and beyond, Payen's role is intended to further promote industry compliance and contribute to outstanding client service within the finance sector.
