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De Pardieu Brocas Maffei

Competition/European Law

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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.).

Clients (27)

  • Ratp
  • Sncf
  • Sonepar
  • Volkswagen / Man / Traton Trucks
  • Altice Telecom
  • Arcelor Mittal
  • Groupe Derichebourg
  • Allianz Group
  • Arkema
  • Siemens Health Care
  • Vinci Group
  • Groupe Bernard Hayot (Gbh)
  • Group Bell Ag / Group Coop
  • Altarea
  • Terrena
  • Groupe Rubis (Oil)
  • Credit Agricole
  • Quadient Neopost
  • Cnp Assurances
  • Essilor Luxottica
  • Cic-Credit Mutuel
  • Societe Generale
  • Malakoff Mederic
  • Altarea-Cogedim
  • Groupe Soufflet
  • Axa
  • Axereal

Industries (12)

  • Banking
  • Online services
  • Luxury products / cosmetics and fragrances
  • Transport
  • Insurance
  • Energy/Oil
  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • Healthcare
  • Retail distributors
  • Agribusiness
  • Industry and Leisure
  • Real Estate

Chambers Review

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Competition/European Law - France

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.

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Work Highlights

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  • 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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  • The team has excellent listening skills and detailed responses. I really appreciated the efficiency and responsiveness of my point of contact.

    Competition/European Law respondentFrance

  • The team has a pragmatic approach, concrete recommendations and is able to adapt its support. The team has excellent interpersonal skills and facilitates working conditions in a complex environment.

    Competition/European Law respondentFrance

  • De Pardieu's extensive expertise and remarkable responsiveness makes it one of the best firms in Paris.

    Competition/European Law respondentFrance

  • The team is very good. In terms of its strengths, I don't know where to start - the team is available, digs deep, provides true support and goes beyond the surface.

    Competition/European Law respondentFrance

  • The firm combines expertise and agility to support us in this project, taking into account our specific needs. We can discuss and exchange ideas and strategic options together.

    Competition/European Law respondentFrance

  • L'équipe est excellente. Pour ce qui est de ses points forts, je ne sais pas par où commencer : elle est disponible, s'investit pleinement, apporte un soutien véritable et va au-delà des apparences.

    Competition/European Law respondentFrance

Notable Practitioners

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  • Philippe Guibert
    Philippe Guibert

    Philippe Guibert

    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 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.

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • He is one of the stars of the market.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • 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.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • 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.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • 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.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • Il est un des leaders du marché.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • 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.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • 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.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance
    • 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.
      Competition/European Law respondentFrance
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  • Alexandre Eberhardt
    Alexandre Eberhardt

    Alexandre Eberhardt

    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.

    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.

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • 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.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • 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.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • Je suis très satisfait de notre collaboration avec Alexandre Eberhardt.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance
    • 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.
      Competition/European Law respondentFrance
    • 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.
      Competition/European Law respondentFrance
    • Il est très clair, disponible et concis. Il maîtrise ses dossiers et son expérience lui permet d'en comprendre rapidement les enjeux.
      Competition/European Law respondentFrance
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  • Laetitia Gavoty
    Laetitia Gavoty

    Laetitia Gavoty

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

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

    • 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.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • She is very responsive, available, curious and tenacious.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

    • 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.

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance
    • 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.
      Competition/European Law respondentFrance
    • Elle est très réactive, disponible, curieuse et tenace.
      Competition/European Law respondentFrance

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

      Competition/European Law respondentFrance
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