SJ Berwin and SNR Denton have taken lead roles on Brasserie Blanc’s acquisition of the Chez Gerard restaurant chain, with the name set to disappear from London’s eatery scene.

SJ Berwin advised Brasserie Blanc, the chain founded by French chef Raymond Blanc, on the acquisition of eight London restaurants from administrator Deloitte, in a deal valued at around £10m. The restaurants will rebrand as Brasserie Blanc in a move expected to cost around £4m.