Baker McKenzie punches above its weight, working in a coordinated fashion, both with other internal practice groups, as well as on big-ticket cross-border mandates with lawyers from throughout the firm’s vast international network of offices. ‘Outstanding’ team head Annie Elfassi has been key to the team’s recent success, and demonstrates a trusted adviser approach which places as much of an emphasis on pre-litigation or risk management strategies as on full-blown litigation. Valérie Kopéra left the firm in November 2025.
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- 'Truly effective coordination among the various practice groups make it smooth to address complex cases which require diversified expertise.'
- 'Annie Elfassi is an outstanding legal adviser, characterised by knowledge, initiative, dedication and integrity towards the client.'
- 'Annie Elfassi is widely recognised for her clarity, strategic vision and calm authority. She approaches litigation not merely as a procedural exercise but as a business tool, helping clients navigate risk and achieve practical, sustainable outcomes.'
- 'The team acts professionally and it is prompt in reacting and following up to the matters under consideration.'
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Practice head
Annie Elfassi
Other key lawyers
Merona Gehbrhiwet; Johann Bensimon; Kyllian Talbourdet