Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP has particular strength assisting French and international banks in dealing with criminal and regulatory investigations, as well as conducting compliance and internal investigations linked to a variety of offences, including tax fraud, money laundering and breach of international sanctions. The team also has notable expertise in trading and bribery investigations and is co-headed by Jean-Pierre Picca, Jean-Lou Salha and the versatile litigator Arthur Dethomas. Arthur Merle-Beral is also recommended.
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Accolades
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Testimonials
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- ‘Responsive and efficient team. High-quality analyses.'
- ‘Jean-Pierre Picca consistently demonstrates a highly sophisticated analytical ability and provides very relevant advice.’
- ‘A highly committed, proactive, and responsive team.'
- ‘Excellent team, very collaborative and very well recognised in the market, which presents excellent expertise, particularly in conducting complex internal investigations.’
- ‘Jean-Pierre Picca demonstrates a solid grasp of the most complex litigation matters. He is also particularly adept at client relationship management, and his advice is highly valued by senior management.’
- ‘A very pleasant team to work with. Quality is their top priority. Their commitment remains unwavering throughout the duration of projects, including those spanning several years. A highly skilled and approachable team.’
Key clients
- Biosynex
- The former CEO of Medicrea
Work highlights
Advising the French biotech Biosynex and its managers in the course of investigations conducted by the French Markets Authority (AMF) relating to the company's share price and financial communications in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Representing the former CEO of Medicrea in the context of an investigation initiated by the AMF into allegations of insider trading.
Practice head
Jean-Pierre Picca; Jean-Lou Salha; Arthur Dethomas
Other key lawyers
Arthur Merle-Beral