Wilhelm & Associés has an enviable client base in the media, entertainment and retail sectors, advising key players in the French market such as Vivendi and Groupe Canal + on high-profile merger control, antitrust litigation, and distribution and franchising issues. The firm has a robust skill set in contentious matters, with strong experience in abuse of dominance cases (including follow-on damages claims) and distribution disputes. Pascal Wilhelm, whose practice spans both merger control and litigation, and Emilie Dumur are the names to note.
Testimonials
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‘It is a responsive and very competent team, which brilliantly supported us in our case. They are ahead of others in their approach to diversity.’
‘Pascal Wilhelm has extensive experience in both litigation and mergers. His team is used to working on high-stakes files.’
Key clients
- Vivendi
- Veolia
Work highlights
- Advised Vivendi on the merger clearance of its acquisition of Lagardère before the European Commission.
- Advised Groupe Canal+ in relation to a dispute with TF1 Group over the terms and conditions of the renewal of the distribution agreement between the TF1 Group and GCP relating to the TF1 Premium offer.