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François Tenailleau

François Tenailleau

France 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

François Tenailleau practices public business law and in particular in the following areas: public contracts (including public procurement contracts, concessions, public-private partnerships, agreements relating to the occupancy of the public domain, complex contractual arrangements) and other public law matters: public property law, financing of public entities, public and parapublic institutions, social housing and state aids.

He heads the Infrastructure practice.

He is recognized as an expert in his field and is regularly consulted by French government authorities and professional organizations. In particular, he was a member of the group of experts associated with the drafting of the French public procurement code and was involved in the group in charge of the revision of standard clauses applicable to public procurement contracts.

Career

François Tenailleau joined CMS Francis Lefebvre in 1998 and was co-opted as a partner in 2010.

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Public Law - France

Band 2
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Individual Editorial

François Tenailleau advises on concession contracts and public procurement mandates. He also advises clients on significant PPPs and project matters.

Editorial individuel

François Tenailleau intervient dans le cadre de contrats de concession et de mandats de marchés publics. Il conseille également des clients sur des questions importantes de PPP et de projets.

Strengths

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  • It is always a pleasure to work with him.

    Public LawChambers France
  • François is a trusted partner for us. He has a very sound judgement and an innovative vision.

    Public LawChambers France
  • François Tenailleau is very accessible and is always available.

    Public LawChambers France
  • I appreciate his availability and responsiveness.

    Public LawChambers France
  • François est un partenaire de confiance pour nous. Il a un excellent jugement et une vision novatrice.
    Public LawChambers France
  • C'est toujours un plaisir de travailler avec lui.

    Public LawChambers France

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