Chambers Review
Provided by Chambers
Public Law - France
What the Team is Known For
Baker McKenzie has a strong administrative and public law team with a loyal client base consisting of public entities and domestic and international companies, often from the transportation, energy and TMT industries. The team handles administrative litigation brought under disputed public contracts or seeking to overturn adverse decisions made by the French authorities. The law firm represents clients in proceedings before European courts and the Conseil d'État, and is additionally proficient in advising on public procurement contracts.
Strengths
We are very satisfied with the service provided. The team quickly became familiar with the specificities of our business, and the responsiveness of the team is highly appreciated.
Baker McKenzie provide a strategic vision combined with a very pragmatic approach that allows us to quickly find reliable solutions.
The team have an excellent ability to understand the challenges of the sector, which is a great time saver.
Work Highlights
Baker McKenzie assisted CNews with litigation before the Conseil d'Etat against a decision of the French Media Regulation Authority.
Notable practitioners
Emmanuel Guillaume is famed for defending clients in disputes before the administrative courts. He routinely represents large corporates and state-owned enterprises from the TMT, transportation and energy industries.
Arnaud Cabanes leverages his expertise in public law to assist clients with administrative disputes and contractual litigation. He demonstrates additional skill in handling public procurement matters.
Arnaud is a great lawyer whom I trust. He combines a fine knowledge of his field with a strategic vision.
Arnaud Cabanes is very competent and very customer-oriented.
It is a pleasure to work with someone of this skill level who remains extremely approachable.