UGGC Avocats has a strong reputation in the entertainment industry, acting for an impressive roster of clients that includes Bpifrance and Paradiso Media. The practice is particularly noted for its skills in cross-border cases, particularly involving US, European and African clients. Industry veteran Anne-Marie Pecoraro leads the team, bringing over 25 years of experience working in the media and entertainment sector to her advice to leading international studios and production companies. She is supported by Rodolphe Boissau, whose areas of strength include copyright litigation.
Testimonials
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‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro is to be commended for her efficiency, courtesy, and the relationship she establishes with the client.’
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro is undoubtedly a great lawyer in the field of cinema, music and entertainment law.’
‘Our team of advisors have a human touch, and are experienced and available at any time. They are a source of suggestions, advising us on the best possible direction to take while setting out the possibilities available to us. They are true experts in intellectual property matters. The team is also innovative in relation to billing and in its way of collaborating and creating synergies.’
‘I have known Anne-Marie Pecoraro for some time now, and have always been impressed by her work and her strategic vision. I also appreciate her personal qualities, which make her a perfect colleague.'
'Rodolphe Boissau is also a brilliant lawyer who manages the files perfectly and keeps us regularly informed.’
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro has great experience in the French media industry.’
Key clients
- BPIFrance
- Paradiso Media
- Pif et Hercule - Action Vaillant
- Euzhan Palcy
- Les Films de la plage
- Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC)
- Chloe Saada
- Rafe Production
- Echo Studio
- Self Media
- Thraces Productions and Eliana Bantchev
- Helsinki FILMi
- Before June
- Maylin Pultar
- 360 Paris Music Factory
- Selfmedia
Work highlights
- Advised screenwriter and producer Euzhan Palcy on her film projects and the protection of her image.
- Assisting Thraces Production and Eliana Bantchev (as producer, writer and director) on the production of a feature-length documentary on her life and work.
- Assisting Before June with the negotiation of contracts to incorporate concerts performed by singer Maylin Pultar into films.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Anne-Marie Pecoraro