Tactics
Boasting a comprehensive practice in the food and agribusiness sector, Tactics is well placed to advise on a wide range of economic and European law matters, such as consumer law, criminal law, commercial law, competition law, distribution law and litigation, in this sphere. Recent highlights have included advising Lidl on a number of unfair competition proceedings against Carrefour et Intermarché. Highly regarded litigator Julia Bombardier manages the team from the Paris office, with considerable expertise in labelling, unfair commercial practices, fraud, and health and food safety matters, as well as indemnity litigation.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team is responsive and thorough. They possess an impressive knowledge of food law and consumer law.'
- 'Julia Bombardier is without exception excellent when it comes to planning legal strategy and technique and adapts according to the client's particular needs. Her presence for over 10 years at the Paris International Agricultural Show is proof of her outstanding reputation.'
- 'Julia Bombardier particularly stands out. She is highly involved in matters and always creative when it comes to complex casework. She is tenacious, meticulous and takes charge when needed.'
- 'The Tactics food law team is extremely competent, responsive and pragmatic.'
- 'Julia Bombardier is a lawyer who is always available. She delivers her expertise in a practical and strategic manner.'
- 'Very specialised team in French and European food law.'
- 'Julia Bombardier is a lawyer with whom I really enjoy working. She is very direct, very professional and rigorous. She approaches issues in a very hands-on way and adapts to operational staff.'
- 'An attentive firm, which knows how to adapt to requests and be efficient in the face of emergencies. Julia Bombardier listens to and quickly understands the issues and expectations of her clients. She is very committed and passionate. His answers are clear and quick.'
Key clients
- Lidl
- Lactalis
Work highlights
- Assisted Lactalis and other leading companies in a case against the Directorate General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud control in the context of the protected designation of origin “Camembert de Normandie”.
- Advising Lidl in the context of numerous unfair competition actions against Carrefour et Intermarché concerning the broadcasting of TV spots contested on the grounds of misleading commercial practice.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Julia Bombardier