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Franklin > The Legal 500 Rankings
France > Data privacy and data protection Tier 3
A key port of call for public sector entities, the data and cyber department at Franklin is well versed in IT and data disputes before the administrative authorities. On the non-contentious side, the group is knowledgeable in GDPR issues and the digital use of content, as well as the global management of cyber attacks. Experienced practitioner Merav Griguer leads the team. Her broad caseload encompasses social network matters and GDPR compliance. Salomé Silliaume is adept at handling digital law and personal data protection mandates, while Wissem Addoun is noted for his capabilities in drafting IT contracts.Practice head(s):
Merav Griguer
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Orange
Fnac Darty
LVMH
Deezer
TF1
Servier
Liebherr
L’Or��al
La Compagnie des Alpes
Work highlights
- Represented Orange before the CNIL in various data privacy matters.
France > Employment Tier 3
With demonstrable experience in employment and labour law issues and social security, Franklin advises French and international clients. Additional expertise in the areas of employee transfers and disputes further strengthens the practice. Myriam de Gaudusson jointly heads the team alongside Patrick Thiébart, whose practice focuses on compliance and disputes.Practice head(s):
Myriam de Gaudusson; Patrick Thiébart
Key clients
ACE Capital Partners
Altice
Bridford Group
Global Map Solution
Groupe Magellim
Groupe Sprint
Guémas International
IBL Ldt
Lise Charmel
Verescence
ProLogium
Fomas
Richemont Luxury Goods
IMMAP
Knauf Industries
McCain
ZTE
Delta Airlines
Axalta
C40
VHV
ZTE
Work highlights
- Advised IBL on the superstore chain Run Market’s recovery plan.
France > Intellectual property: Copyright Tier 3
Franklin, with its experience in handling high-end mandates for copyright issues, offers a comprehensive suite of transactional and litigation services, catering to a diverse range of industries. They possess particular expertise in consumer goods, food and beverage, fashion, and luxury sectors. The practice, with Sandra Strittmatter leading this division, benefits from its close association with the firm’s German and Italian desks. This synergy enables the team to provide counsel on both domestic and transactional matters, while also showcasing their specialisation in contentious issues, such as infringement actions, validity challenges, and claims related to unfair competition and parasitic acts. The team routinely represents clients before both French and EU courts.Practice head(s):
Sandra Strittmatter
Testimonials
‘Sandra Strittmatter is well-versed in transnational issues. She knows how to take into account the commercial, marketing and communication aspects to deliver appropriate services. She is an excellent lawyer.’
‘A very good team in intellectual property.’
‘Very good quality of work rendered. The team are attentive during post-deliverable discussions.’
‘A responsive team with an excellent level of legal technicality.’
Key clients
Martell & Co
Champagne Perrier-Jouët
Airwair International Limited
Siemens SAS
Work highlights
- Advising Martell & Co and Champagne Perrier-Jouët on a regular basis on contract and IP law in the context of marketing and communication related agreements.
- Advising Airwair International Limited on the protection and enforcement of its IP rights in France.
- Advising Siemens SAS on a regular basis in relation to IP law.
France > Private equity: LBO Tier 3
Practice head(s):
Yam Atallah; Alexandre Marque
Other key lawyers:
Lionel Lesur; Laura-Isabelle Danet; Jacques Mestoudjian
Testimonials
‘The team is solid and competent. Fast and clear.’
‘Very agile team and very focused on the specific issues of its clients, beyond the deal itself. Real relationship-building approach with a desire to help.’
‘Multi-disciplinary, committed, reliable, responsive and of good quality for intermediate-sized M&A files or legal due diligence. Quality service provided.’
‘Lionel Lesur – good perspective, ability to find solutions to problems, does not hesitate to give an opinion.’
‘Laura-Isabelle Danet – responsive, hardworking, systematic, does not forget anything, reliable, rigorous.’
Key clients
Addinsoft
Altice
Biotech Investissement
Créations Fusalp
EFESO Consulting
Eurazeo
Groupe Magellim
Guémas
Perseus
Perwyn
Sagard
TKH Group NV
Tikehau Investment Management (ex-Tikehau Ace Capital)
Turenne Invest
Work highlights
- Advised Perwyn on the acquisition of the business from Tikehau Capital and Montefiore de Cruiseline.
- Advised the owners and managers of insurance broker Guémas on the two-stage sale of their interests in three separate insurance brokerage companies to a holding company controlled by Naxicap.
- Advised TKH Group NV on an exclusivity agreement in favour of the European investment fund Argos Wityu for the disposal, by way of an LBO, of all the shares in TKH France.
France > Real estate Tier 3
The ‘professional and attentive’ real estate practice at Franklin handles real estate asset acquisitions and leases, construction and development, in addition to real estate financings, restructurings and fund formation. Practice head François Verdot specialises in leasing mandates, while Jérémy Goldblum handles all manner of commercial real estate disputes. November 2022 saw the arrival of hospitality real estate specialists Philippe Riglet and Géraldine Machinet, along with six associates, from CMS Francis Lefebvre.Practice head(s):
François Verdot
Other key lawyers:
Philippe Riglet; Géraldine Machinet; Jérémy Goldblum; Philippe Bouillon
Testimonials
‘Philippe Riglet and Géraldine Machinet bring skill and strength in negotiation.’
‘A very professional and attentive team. Wise advice and careful follow-up of files.’
‘Jérémy Goldblum is an excellent professional and always available.’
Key clients
AEW Europe
Allianz Real Estate
Alsei
Belambra Clubs
Conforama
Covivio
Danone
Gecina
Groupama Immobilier
Groupe Duval
Groupe Galeries Lafayette
GSE
Kuehne + Nagel
Mapletree
Mata Capital
Nexity
Panattoni
Pichet
Pierre & Vacances
Pro Distribution
Prologis
Renault
Schroders
Village Nature Tourisme
France > Industry focus: IT and internet Tier 4
FranklinPractice head(s):
Merav Griguer
Key clients
Orange
Fnac Darty
LVMH
Deezer
TF1
Servier
Liebherr
L’Oréal
La Compagnie des Alpes
Orange
Work highlights
- Advising Orange on its use of cookies worldwide.
France > Insolvency Tier 4
Numa Rengot leads Franklin’s restructuring and insolvency department, providing expert guidance to clients in navigating the regulatory landscape in France. The team assists clients at every juncture, from pre-insolvency matters to the post-insolvency process, including formal insolvency proceedings before the courts. Its regular advisory role spans insolvency administrators and private equity firms, particularly concerning major restructuring and distressed M&A tied to France. Additionally, the team handles matters for other stakeholders, including banks and commercial partners.Practice head(s):
Numa Rengot
Other key lawyers:
Arnaud Pédron; Pierre Dupuys
Testimonials
‘Inventive, dynamic and close to the customer.’
‘Rigor, availability and strategy are the characteristics of the restructuring team led by Numa Rengot.’
‘Very professional and responsive.’
‘Numa Rengot piloted our operation from A to Z, providing us with the perfect strategy to implement in order to anticipate each step to be one step ahead while absorbing the stress of such an operation for us.’
‘A united, close-knit team that ensures real follow-up of the file.’
‘High knowledge and availability.’
Key clients
Lise Charmel
Chemet SA & Chemet GLI
Sprint
Regroupement et Diffusion de Saint-Lubin
Groupe Magellim
Groupe Avenel
Groupe Diffusion Plus
Groupe Damaël
Groupe IBL Ltd
Fitnessea
Imprimeur Maury
Jay & Joy (NewCo)
Work highlights
- Advised IBL Ltd on the superstore chain Run Market recovery plan.
- Advised to Maury Imprimeur in its negotiations with the energy supplier and the State.
- Advised César Augier on the acquisition before the courts of Jay & Joy, a pioneer and leader in France in the market for plant-based alternatives to cheese.
France > Intellectual property: Trade marks and designs Tier 4
Practice head(s):
Sandra Strittmatter
Testimonials
‘A very dynamic, flexible and forward-thinking team.’
‘Sandra Strittmatter is an excellent lawyer. She is a true “business partner”, and knows how to take into account the commercial, marketing and communication aspects to deliver a suitable service.’
‘An expert team in IP. Sandra Strittmatter is a recognised lawyer, is very available and attentive to the customer’s needs.’
‘Sandra Strittmatter has a lot of experience in trade marks and, in particular, EU litigation matters before the General Court. She is efficient, very responsive and service-oriented.’
Key clients
Martell & Co
Champagne Perrier-Jouët
Airwair International Limited
Siemens SAS
Work highlights
- Advising Martell & Co and Champagne Perrier-Jouët on a regular basis on contract and IP law in the context of marketing and communication related agreements.
- Advising Airwair International Limited on the protection and enforcement of its IP rights in France.
- Advising Siemens SAS on a regular basis in relation to IP law.
France > Administrative and public law Tier 5
Practice head(s):
Jérôme Michel; Michel Sapin
Testimonials
‘Good service, efficient team.’
‘Michel Sapin: strong listening skills, good understanding of issues, good quality of research.’
Key clients
Enedis
Groupe Renault
Paris&Co
Work highlights
- Advised Enedis on a number of general public law issues including litigation related to the installation of Linky smart meters and public procurement issues.
- Advised Renault on restructuring activities operated onsite within the framework of a sell-and-leaseback project for one of its sites dedicated to manufacturing and storing spare parts.
- Advised Paris&Co, a Paris region public developer, on assessing all public law issues and possible criminal offences pertaining to its urban experimental and public project development activities.
France > Tax Tier 5
Practice head(s):
Jacques Mestoudjian
Testimonials
‘Very good tax team showing flexibility and agility.’
‘Jacques Mestoudjian is a partner of choice to handle all the tax issues of a PE investor. Very available and friendly, he knows his market perfectly.’
Key clients
Cube Infrastructure Managers
EFESO Consulting
Eurazeo
Groupe Diffusion Plus
Magellim
Moon Bidco – Isla Délice
Perwyn
Réalités
Sprint
Tikehau ACE Capital
Work highlights
- Advised Perwyn on the acquisition of Cruiseline.
- Advised EFESO Consulting on the acquisition of Tsetinis.
- Advised EFESO Consulting on the acquisition of Cognitive CompanionsArgo.
France > Mergers and acquisitions Tier 6
Practice head(s):
Yam Atallah; Alexandre Marque
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Super competent, brilliant team, very attentive, fully supportive. ’
‘They are very pro-active and available. ’
‘Lionel Lesur is a very supportive and trusted advisor. ’
‘Responsive and deal makers.’
Key clients
Addinsoft
Altice
Caviar Petrossian
CBA Informatique Libérale
Créations Fusalp
Eclosing
GeoPost / DPD Group
Global Map Solution
Groupe Guémas
Groupe Magellim
Groupe Sprint
Perseus
Tatatu SpA
TKH Group NV
Tikehau Investment Management
Union Park Capital
Work highlights
- Advised the historical shareholders and managers of Groupe Guémas in connection with the entry of Naxicap Partners into the share capital of Groupe Guémas.
- Advised TKH Group NV on an exclusivity agreement in favour of Argos Wityu for the disposal of the majority of the share capital of some of its French subsidiaries.
- Advised the majority shareholder of Addinsoft and the latter company on the sale of the company to US investment fund TA Associates.
Franklin > Firm Profile
The firm: Franklin offers an independent alternative to the Paris offices of major international network firms. Its lawyers advise to a global best practice standard, offering clients the expertise of more than 80 lawyers in all core areas of commercial law.
The firm has built its practice around the needs of French and international companies, public entities and financial institutions. It is:
Independent: the firm is staunchly independent, with a light operating structure, which enables it to be cost-effective, flexible and, in cross-border deals, truly free to choose the overseas counsel best suited to the specific needs of each project.
International: the firm’s lawyers are not only comfortable working in English, but many of them – including all the partners – have deep experience outside France and are thus able to respond effectively to the needs of international clientele.
Expert: every department in the firm is ranked among the leaders in France in its area of expertise.
With strong partner presence: a critical factor for many of the firm’s clients – its lawyers are highly reactive, working in small teams with active partner involvement and reporting throughout the life of each matter.
And deep knowledge of your business: while many firms pay lip service to this idea, Franklin takes the time to create stable, multi-practice teams that offer commercially viable solutions based on a deep understanding of your business needs.
A tried and tested ability to handle cross-border work is fundamental to the firm’s success. Most of its activities have a global dimension. It works with overseas entities in relation to their French operations and French and global clients on their major cross-border mandates. Franklin often leads global teams of lawyers from a number of firms.
The vast majority of the firm’s lawyers have worked or studied outside France in addition to their French qualifications. All of its partners have always worked in globally focused law firms. Many of its partners are dual-qualified, typically Paris and New York, and all of the firm’s lawyers work comfortably in English.
Franklin has often been solicited as a merger partner by leading global players in its market, yet the firm has chosen to remain independent. This choice is key to its ability to best develop its global offering for clients by selecting freely, based only on the expertise required for each matter, the most competent lawyers in the relevant countries.
Areas of practice: In over 25 years of practice, Franklin has built its reputation around its recognised expertise in the main areas of business law. It leverages these skills, some of them very specific, such as structuring major projects in the energy sector, through its 16 practice areas and 16 sectors. The firm’s practice areas include antitrust, arbitration, banking and finance, banking – investment services – insurance / regulatory and compliance, compliance, corporate finance/M&A, data and cyber, employment law, environment, intellectual property, litigation, private equity, public law/regulatory, real estate, restructuring/corporate recovery/distressed M&A, tax.
Lawyer Profiles
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Mr Stéphan Alamowitch | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Yam Atallah | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Laura Bavoux | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Philippe Bouillon | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Jérémy Chiche | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Yann Colin | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Cendrine Delivré | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Serge Durox | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Jérémy Goldblum | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Céline Greenberg | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Merav Griguer | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Lionel Lesur | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Géraldine Machinet | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Alexandre Marque | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Jacques Mestoudjian | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Jérôme Michel | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Arnaud Pédron | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Numa Rengot | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Philippe Riglet | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Michel Sapin | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Sandra Strittmatter | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Patrick Thiébart | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr François Verdot | Partner | View Profile | |
Mrs Myriam de Gaudusson | Partner | View Profile |