Counting domestic and international corporates among its key roster of clients, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP handles the gamut of corruption mandates and investigations, particularly in relation to the implementation of the Sapin II law requirements, in addition to money laundering and sanctions matters. The ‘responsive team’ is noted for its prowess in internal and government-initiated investigations, and remains active on high profile AFA-led inspections. ’Experienced, responsive and always available’, practice leader Jonathan Mattout advises on the full range of compliance mandates, from anti-corruption and anti-money laundering to sanctions and corporate sustainability due diligence, with additional experience in investigations and white-collar crime litigation. Mattout is ably supported by Rémi Jouaneton and Léonor Hennerick.

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  • ‘A very responsive team, well informed of the market and pragmatic.’

  • ‘Jonathan Mattout is very concise and solution oriented.’

  • ‘A responsive team, who know how to leverage their network if necessary. Lots of experience and on very sensitive subjects such as AFA controls.’

  • ‘Jonathan Mattout is experienced, responsive and always available.’

  • ‘Recognised expertise in the field of anti-corruption.’

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Practice head

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Jonathan Mattout

Other key lawyers

Rémi Jouaneton, Léonor Hennerick