Olivia Lê Horovitz
About Olivia Lê Horovitz
Olivia Lê Horovitz is a Founding Partner specializing in M&A and private equity at Rimon Law in Paris, France. She has over 20 years of experience advising companies on cross-border transactions, particularly in the cannabis and CBD sectors, and has worked with various international clients on acquisitions and investments in France.
Work at Rimon Law
Olivia Lê Horovitz serves as a Founding Partner in the Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Private Equity (PE) practice at Rimon Law. She has been with the firm since 2021, focusing on advising clients on complex transactions and regulatory matters. Her role involves providing strategic guidance to companies navigating the intricacies of corporate governance and compliance, particularly in emerging sectors such as cannabis and CBD.
Education and Expertise
Olivia Lê Horovitz has a robust educational background in law, having studied at prestigious institutions. She obtained a DEA in Environmental Law from the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne and a DESS in Foreign Trade Law from the same university. Additionally, she earned an LL.M in Transactional Business Practice from the University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law. Her expertise spans Mergers and Acquisitions, International Transactions, Emerging Companies, and Corporate Law, with a focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues.
Background in M&A and Corporate Law
Olivia Lê Horovitz has over 20 years of experience in Mergers and Acquisitions and corporate law. She has held significant positions at various law firms, including K&L Gates, where she was a Founding Partner, and SIMON ASSOCIES, where she served as Partner. Her previous roles also include Associate Manager at Landwell & Associés and Partner at Kahn & Associés. This extensive background has equipped her with a deep understanding of cross-border transactions and international legal frameworks.
Advisory Role in Emerging Sectors
Olivia Lê Horovitz advises companies on navigating European and French regulations, particularly in the emerging cannabis and CBD sector. She represents both venture capital funds and private investors, facilitating financing and acquisition activities from initial funding rounds to liquidity events. Her insights into corporate governance and corporate responsibility, including ESG considerations, are integral to her advisory practice.
Publications and Thought Leadership
Olivia Lê Horovitz has contributed to the legal discourse through her writing, including an article on climate-responsible finance and the European Union’s taxonomy. Her involvement in cross-border transactions and her expertise in international law further establish her as a thought leader in her field, particularly regarding compliance with European Union laws and regulations.