The team at LPA-CGR avocats is cited for its ‘legal expertise, dedication and reliability’. The group specialises in a range of transactional mandates, including real estate and land acquisitions, leasebacks and sales. Silke Nadolni heads up the practice and majors on transactional, financing and ESG matters, with a particular focus on retail, office and logistics properties. Additional key figures include Sidonie Fraîche-DupeyratFlorence Defradas and Julie Weiss. Finance partner Alexae Fournier- de Faÿ left the firm in November 2022. Hassan Javanshir has since left the firm.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘LPA enjoys exceptional visibility and reputation on the market, which is easily understood by working with this responsive, rigorous and dedicated team.'

  • ‘Silke Nadolni is both rigorous and a dealmaker, two qualities that are difficult to combine.’

  • ‘Detailed and in-depth knowledge of the real estate sector and in particular, the residential sector; patience and listening to customer needs, quality of arguments, commercial sense and finesse of legal and business analysis.’

  • ‘When it comes to legal expertise, dedication and reliability, there's no team that surpasses expectations quite like LPA-CGR avocats. What truly differentiates the team at LPA from other firms is their unmistakable personal touch. Every case is treated with the utmost dedication, with the team always making the time and effort to achieve optimal results. In an ever-evolving legal landscape, LPA stands out with its innovative approaches.'

  • ‘In the vast expanse of legal professionals, it's the unique blend of skill, dedication and character that makes certain individuals truly stand out. At LPA, two such professionals that I've had the distinct pleasure of working with are Silke Nadolni and Julie Weiss.'

  • 'Silke Nadolni exhibits an unmatched diligence, combined with a profound understanding of the intricacies of legal matters. Her meticulous attention to detail, paired with her natural ability to strategise, consistently provides a pathway to success. When working with Silke, one is immediately reassured by her confident demeanour and extensive expertise, qualities that aren't easily found in the industry.'
  • 'Julie Weiss brings a refreshing mix of passion and professionalism to the table. Julie's ability to interpret complex situations and translate them into actionable insights is truly unparalleled. Her empathy towards clients, coupled with her razor-sharp legal acumen, offers a blend of both comfort and confidence in the advice and guidance she offers.'
  • ‘The whole team is outstanding regarding its market knowledge, is well-structured and organised, and is always focused on the needs of its clients.'

Key clients

  • Aberdeen Standard Investments
  • ADP
  • AFD
  • AG2R La Mondiale
  • Axa Investment Managers Real Assets
  • Barings Real Estate
  • Berlin Hyp
  • Deka Immobilien
  • Deutsche Pfandbriefbank Ag (Pbb)
  • Dws
  • Edf
  • Enedis
  • Ginkgo
  • Groupama Immobilier
  • Mata Capital
  • Nhood
  • Osae Partners
  • Primonial Reim
  • Raiffeisen
  • Real Is
  • Societe Generale

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Silke Nadolni

Other key lawyers

Sidonie Fraîche-Dupeyrat, Florence Defradas, Julie Weiss