About

Provided by Bredin Prat

Corporate law and corporate governance are an area of expertise of Bredin Prat, which advises major French companies and institutions on these issues, including in the context of specific transactions. Our corporate governance practice is led by Myriam Epelbaum.

The firm regularly acts on all issues related to general meetings of shareholders and boards of directors and supervisory boards as well as their specialised committees (audit, remuneration, CSR, etc.). The firm’s expertise is recognised in all aspects of governance, including the succession of directors, the remuneration of corporate officers, the composition and organisation of the board’s work, financial communication, shareholder dialogue (particularly in an activist context), as well as CSR issues, particularly the application of the CSRD Directive.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) - France

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Bredin Prat is a highly regarded national firm offering market-leading expertise in corporate governance. The team assists blue-chip corporates with shareholders meetings, CSRD compliance, devoir de vigilance and shareholder activism issues. The law firm is experienced in handling cases in a wide range of sectors, including food and beverages, pharmaceutical and manufacturing.

Work Highlights

  • Bredin Prat acted for Danone against three NGOs on a case related to risks concerning plastic and Danone's vigilance plan.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

Myriam Epelbaum
Myriam Epelbaum
Head of Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
Spotlight

Myriam Epelbaum is highlighted for her capabilities in handling corporate governance matters. She assists leading French corporates with shareholders rights, CSRD compliance, management compensation and environmental policies.

She has excellent expertise, is very easy to work with, super responsive and also very pragmatic in her approach.

She provides very detailed, balanced, and effective support. She has an excellent understanding of the group's internal issues and a very good vision of the legal strategy to be implemented.

Myriam Epelbaum is brilliant and unrivalled in my opinion in the field of governance of listed companies.

Ranked Lawyers at
Bredin Prat

Provided by Chambers
Filter by
Band

France

Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)

Myriam Epelbaum
Myriam Epelbaum
Head of Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
Spotlight