EU, competition and distribution

Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I.

Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I. acts for an extensive roster of major France-based multinationals and international companies, demonstrating standout strength in antitrust litigation and follow-on damages claims (particularly in cartel-related cases). The team has an impressive record of representing clients in some of the most high-profile recent proceedings before the FCA and the national courts; Franck Audran and Laura Castex recently acted for several defendants in the bisphenol A cartel case (alongside the Brussels office), as well as for L’Oréal and Iveco in private enforcement actions. The firm also has a strong merger control practice, including handling multi-jurisdictional filings. Emmanuel Reille and Dimitri Dimitrov are the other leading figures in the practice, with experience across the full spectrum of EU and competition law.

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Testimonials

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‘In-depth knowledge of the relevant authorities. Strong ability to strategize on cases. Availability to accept urgent cases.’
‘Franck Audran remains our reference point for dealings with the authorities, in particular the DGCCRF, thanks to his deep knowledge and ability to strategize.’
‘The main strength of Gide is of course its excellence in its areas of focus.’
‘We work with Franck Audran, who has become a real ally in our risk management and in our strategies. His mastery of his files leads us to rely almost entirely on him.’
‘Franck Audran has excellent expertise, a 360° overview of his cases, and is determined and committed.'
'Elizabeth Gautier has excellent expertise and is an invaluable contact.'

Key clients

Affinity Petcare
Alibaba
Altaya Wines Ltd
Bureau Veritas
Legrand
Reworld Media
Rubis
TF1
Accor
Avril
BMW France
Bonduelle
BPCE
Coca Cola
Compagnie de Saint Gobain
Danone
Drouot Patrimoine
Eiffage Construction
Etam
Fedrus International
Iveco Group
Lacoste
L'Oréal
LVMH and affiliates
NRJ Group
Orange
Paris 2024
Phoenix Pharma
Saria
Savencia (Bongrain)
Spartoo
Stihl International
Vinci Energies

Work highlights

Representing six defendants, notably Bonduelle, in responding to a statement of objections issued by the FCA against companies involved across the supply chain of foodstuffs in containers that may include or have included bisphenol-A (or its substitutes).
Defending four Iveco Group entities in 71 damages claims proceedings initiated before the French courts, following the European Commission’s decision to fine several truck manufacturers for participating in a cartel.
Defending VM Building Solutions in a claim for damages for abuse of dominant position initiated by Rheinzink before the Paris Commercial Court.