Boutique firm Schmitt Avocats houses a broad public law practice with ‘excellent knowledge of public procurement law’ as well as robust experience in urban planning and public real estate matters, with a focus on advising private companies, including service providers and real estate developers. Elias Berkani and Antoine Tabouis advise on the awarding and performance of public contracts, particularly in relation to large transportation and mobility and energy projects, and are also skilled in related administrative litigation. Emmanuel Bachelier heads the side of the practice dedicated to urban planning matters, covering office, residential and logistics developments. Olivier Schmitt also lends senior expertise to the team.
Testimonials
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‘Available and attentive to his clients, Antoine Tabouis demonstrates pragmatism and knows how to move the needle according to the issues at stake to arrive at appropriate solutions.’
‘Niche firm in public law with particular expertise in the field of public procurement. Great technical expertise that is delivered at the level of operational staff, particularly in the context of training sessions. Advice in the form of comprehensive and enlightening notes that allow the risk to be located and understood effectively. Reasonable fees given the size of the firm.��
Key clients
- AEW EUROPE / AEW CILOGER
- AGACHE
Work highlights
- Advising La Méridionale, one of the historic operators of public service concession for Corsica's maritime connection with mainland France, on an investigation by the European Commission to assess the compatibility of the new 2029-2030 public service concession with state aid law.
- Advising Siemens Mobility on monitoring the performance of its public procurement contracts with French public entities.