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FTMS Avocats is well-equipped to advise a range of French and international clients, across industries including luxury goods and media, on the full gamut of employment law matters. Jean Néret specialises in criminal labour law litigation with an employment angle, whilst Olivier Angotti has expertise in redundancies and restructurings. Sabrina Kemel, Isabelle Pontal and Maximilien Champy come highly recommended.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘I am used to working with Isabelle Pontal and Maximilien Champy and it is always a pleasure to talk with them, they complement each other perfectly, demonstrate great listening skills and efficiency. They know how to make themselves available when I ask for advice. They are an integral part of "my" team. I could not see myself working without them, or not calling on them when I have an opinion, a need for advice. They always respond, and a real bond has been created, beyond the strictly professional aspect; thank you to them!'

  • ‘Adaptation to the client and the financial issues of the files. Very close to the client and their activity, the team's accessibility and agility are an asset compared to firms operating in the same field.'

  • ‘Olivier Angotti: proximity and legal and social sensitivity. Isabelle Pontal: perseverance and availability.'

  • ‘Isabelle Pontal: ability to take a step back, to simplify complex subjects without making them simplistic, ability to take subjects in the context of the company. Maximilien Champy: ability to answer questions by providing precise and pragmatic answers.'

  • ‘Sabrina Kemel: for her pragmatic and tactical approach to cases.'

  • ‘Isabelle Pontal for her competence, availability and speed in responding to requests.'

  • ‘The team is multidisciplinary and provides its clients with the best contact/specialist depending on the subject. They are committed to providing clear and precise answers within the time limits. They do not just give a legal answer but offer solutions adapted and personalized to our environments and needs. There is no overcharging and the exchange time is appreciable.'

  • ‘I work mainly with Sabrina Kemel and Maximilien Champy. They are attentive, ultra competent and professional. They adapt to our needs and always find the best solution. Each time there is a rational analysis as well as a consideration of the cost/risk/benefit ratio.'

Key clients

  • Valeo
  • Christian Dior
  • BALMAIN
  • STELLANTIS
  • Linamar
  • ACS
  • ISS
  • Marriott
  • CA Auto Bank
  • SMRC Automotive France
  • CEA
  • Sodexo
  • SGS France
  • Accor Invest
  • Groupe Rousselet
  • Garance Mutuelle

Work highlights

  • Advised Valeo in the implementation of a major redundancy exercise involving the elimination of 400 positions.
  • Assisted management during negotiations with the LVMH Group during the acquisition of Paris Match.
  • Assisting CA Auto Bank in connection with the labour law issues raised by the integration of SOFINCO activities within CA Auto Bank.

Lawyers

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Isabelle Pontal
FTMS Avocats

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jean Neret, Olivier Angotti, Sabrina Kemel

Other key lawyers

Isabelle Pontal, Maximilien Champy