About

Provided by De Pardieu Brocas Maffei

Our Department goes on handling high-profile cases, notably in Antitrust litigation (it is presently involved into some of the largest and most important cases presently examined by the French Competition Authority (“FCA”) or the EU Commission) and in Merger Control (with four recent major transactions including remedies over the past six months).

De Pardieu Brocas Maffei, which is a French leading and independent business law firm, therefore continues to be extremely busy and considered as offering one of the most recognized and active Parisian antitrust department. The appointment of 2 new partners fully dedicated to Competition law confirms this outstanding trend.

Our expertise covers the main following sectors: Banking, Online services, Luxury products / cosmetics and fragrances, Transport, Insurance, Energy/Oil, Pharmaceutical industry, Healthcare, Retail distributors, Agribusiness, Industry and Leisure / Real Estate, etc.

Drawing on their cross-disciplinary skills in Distribution law, Public law and Litigation, the EU Competition & Litigation teams is also very active in Private enforcement cases, innovative State Aid matters (2nd EU decision obtained for “Important Project of Common European Interests – IPCEI”) and regulated professions (public French notaries, etc.).

Chambers Review

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Competition/European Law - France

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

De Pardieu Brocas Maffei has a reputable team with solid expertise in dispute resolution regarding anti-competitive practices, including significant follow-on damages claims, as well as in investigations led by competition authorities into possible cartels or abuses of dominance. The lawyers also assist with merger control notifications. The law firm is active in a broad range of industry sectors, including TMT, transport and retail.

À propos de l’équipe

De Pardieu Brocas Maffei dispose d’une équipe réputée dotée d’une solide expertise dans la résolution de litiges liés à des pratiques anticoncurrentielles, y compris les réclamations de dommages subséquents, ainsi que dans les enquêtes menées par les autorités de la concurrence sur d’éventuels ententes ou abus de position dominante. Les avocats assistent également aux notifications de contrôle des concentrations. Le cabinet est actif dans un large éventail de secteurs, notamment les télécommunications, le transport et le commerce.

Work Highlights

  • De Pardieu advised the Sonepar Group in its appeal against a fine imposed by the FCA for alleged resale price maintenance.

  • De Pardieu a conseillé le groupe Sonepar dans le cadre de son recours contre une amende infligée par la FCA pour une prétendue manipulation des prix de revente.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Philippe Guibert
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Philippe Guibert
Head of Competition/European Law
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Band 1

Philippe Guibert is highly esteemed for handling a wide range of contentious antitrust matters, including abuses of dominant position and cartel proceedings, as well as assisting with appeals against fines and high profile follow-on damages claims. He also assists clients with merger control notifications.

Philippe Guibert is a key figure for competition law in France. Whenever a complex question arises, he has a precise and accurate answer.

He is one of the stars of the market.

He is one of the best competition lawyers and is excellent in litigation and merger control. He is very responsive, knows how to explain complex matters and has excellent contact with the authorities.

He is an excellent attorney, who is very well rounded and friendly, which is very good for a complex and lengthy case, because we spend a lot of time together so that is important.

Philippe Guibert is an experienced strategist, with great listening skills and real patience, combining rigour, depth of analysis, sense of judgement and natural authority.

Philippe Guibert est très apprécié pour avoir traité de nombreux types de dossiers contentieux d'antitrust, y compris les abus de position dominante et les procédures d’ententes, ainsi que pour son assistance dans de demandes de clémence et de réclamations de dommages très médiatisées. Il assiste également les clients dans des notifications de contrôle des concentrations.

Il est l'un des meilleurs avocats en droit de la concurrence et excelle en matière de contentieux et de contrôle des concentrations. Il est très réactif, sait expliquer des questions complexes et entretient d'excellentes relations avec les autorités.

Il est un des leaders du marché.

C'est un excellent avocat, très complet et sympathique, ce qui est un atout considérable dans une affaire complexe et de longue durée, car nous passons beaucoup de temps ensemble, et c'est important.

Philippe Guibert est un stratège expérimenté, doté d'un grand sens de l'écoute et d'une patience remarquable, alliant rigueur, profondeur d'analyse, sens du jugement et autorité naturelle.

Philippe Guibert est une figure incontournable du droit de la concurrence en France. Dès qu'une question complexe se pose, il apporte une réponse précise et pertinente.
Alexandre Eberhardt
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Alexandre Eberhardt
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Band 5

Alexandre Eberhardt offers notable experience in merger clearance filings before the FCA and EC, as well as a strong ability to advise on behavioural investigations and follow-on damages actions.

I am very satisfied with our working relationship with Alexandre Eberhardt.

Alexandre Eberhardt is an outstanding lawyer, who is excellent in litigation.

Alexandre Eberhardt is an excellent strategist, who is very attentive and patient, with the rigour, responsiveness, clarity of analysis and persuasiveness expected of a high-level lawyer.

He is very clear, available and concise. He knows his cases and his experience allows him to quickly understand the issues.

He is empathetic, attentive and calming, which is important in tense situations. He is very quick-witted and efficient. I couldn't be more satisfied with his services.

Alexandre Eberhardt possède de l'xpérience dans les dépôts d’autorisations de concentrations devant la FCA et la CE, ainsi qu’une forte capacité à conseiller sur les enquêtes internes et la conformité au droit de la concurrence.

Alexandre Eberhardt est un avocat exceptionnel, excellent en matière de litiges.

Je suis très satisfait de notre collaboration avec Alexandre Eberhardt.

Il est empathique, attentif et apaisant, ce qui est important dans les situations tendues. Il est très vif d'esprit et efficace. Je suis extrêmement satisfait de ses services.
Alexandre Eberhardt est un excellent stratège, très attentif et patient, faisant preuve de la rigueur, de la réactivité, de la clarté d'analyse et de la force de persuasion attendues d'un avocat de haut niveau.
Il est très clair, disponible et concis. Il maîtrise ses dossiers et son expérience lui permet d'en comprendre rapidement les enjeux.
Laetitia Gavoty
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Laetitia Gavoty
5
Band 5

Laetitia Gavoty possesses experience in behavioural investigations, merger control filings and state aid mandates.

She has developed cutting-edge expertise that allows her to manage complex cases with a high level of technical skill. Her responsiveness and knowledge of authorities make her a perfect professional.

I have received strong responsiveness and attentiveness from Laetitia Gavoty to support us in a delicate matter.

I am delighted with my exchanges with Laetitia Gavoty and her follow-ups.

I appreciate her availability. I have full trust in Laetitia Gavoty, she is very strong for big cases.

She is very responsive, available, curious and tenacious.

Laetitia Gavoty possède de l’expérience dans les enquêtes comportementales, dépôts de contrôle des concentrations et obligations d'aides d'État.

Je suis ravie de mes échanges avec Laetitia Gavoty et de ses suivis.

J'ai bénéficié d'une grande réactivité et d'une attention particulière de la part de Laetitia Gavoty, qui nous a apporté un soutien précieux dans une affaire délicate.

Elle a développé une expertise de pointe qui lui permet de gérer des dossiers complexes avec un haut niveau de compétences techniques. Sa réactivité et sa connaissance des autorités font d'elle une professionnelle hors pair.
Elle est très réactive, disponible, curieuse et tenace.

J’apprécie sa disponibilité. J’ai pleinement confiance en Laetitia Gavoty, elle est très compétente pour les affaires importantes.

Ranked Lawyers at
De Pardieu Brocas Maffei

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France

Competition/European Law

Philippe Guibert
1
Philippe Guibert
Head of Competition/European Law
1
Band 1
Alexandre Eberhardt
5
Alexandre Eberhardt
5
Band 5
Laetitia Gavoty
5
Laetitia Gavoty
5
Band 5

Members

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Alexandre Eberhardt

Laëtitia Gavoty

Philippe Guibert

Philippe Guibert

Head of Department

Sofia El Hariri

Clients

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Allianz Group

Altarea

Altarea-Cogedim

Altice Telecom

Arcelor Mittal

Arkema

Axa

Axereal

Cic-Credit Mutuel

Cnp Assurances

Credit Agricole

Essilor Luxottica

Group Bell Ag / Group Coop

Groupe Bernard Hayot (Gbh)

Groupe Derichebourg

Groupe Rubis (Oil)

Groupe Soufflet

Malakoff Mederic

Quadient Neopost

Ratp

Siemens Health Care

Sncf

Societe Generale

Sonepar

Terrena

Vinci Group

Volkswagen / Man / Traton Trucks

Industries

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Agribusiness

Banking

Energy/Oil

Healthcare

Industry and Leisure

Insurance

Luxury products / cosmetics and fragrances

Online services

Pharmaceutical industry

Real Estate

Retail distributors

Transport