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Spitz Poulle Kannan A.A.R.P.I.

Financial Services Regulation

France Guide 2026 : France


Spitz Poulle Kannan A.A.R.P.I.

Rankings

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Financial Services Regulation - France

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Spitz Poulle Kannan is a highly specialised financial services boutique that handles advisory and contentious matters and boasts a market-leading reputation in the regulatory sphere. The practice's areas of expertise include regulatory aspects of derivative documentation, corporate transactions and entry into the French market. The team has further strength advising on matters relating to cryptocurrencies. The firm represents blue-chip clients in the banking sector as well as prominent multinationals, with marked experience in cross-border matters.

À propos de l’équipe

Spitz Poulle Kannan est un cabinet hautement spécialisée qui traite des questions de conseil et de contentieux et a une réputation de leader sur le marché dans le domaine réglementaire. Les domaines d’expertise de la pratique comprennent les aspects réglementaires de la documentation des produits dérivés, les opérations corporates et les entrées sur le marché français. L’équipe conseille aussi sur les questions relatives aux crypto-monnaies. Le cabinet représente des clients leaders du secteur bancaire ainsi que des multinationales de premier plan, avec une expérience marquée dans les affaires transfrontalières.

Work Highlights

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  • Spitz Poulle Kannan advised StoneX Group on the regulatory aspects of its acquisition of Octo Finances.

  • Le cabinet Spitz Poulle Kannan a conseillé StoneX Group sur les aspects réglementaires de son acquisition d'Octo Finances.

Strengths

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  • Spitz Poulle Kannan has excellent knowledge of the regulatory landscape. The lawyers also really know the banking and finance industry which is very helpful. They are the best for Europe.

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  • Spitz Poulle Kannan is a very specialised firm who is able to deal with very specific questions in its field.

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  • Spitz Poulle Kannan has an excellent understanding of regulatory issues; a very good knowledge of financial products and an ability to make strategic recommendations.

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  • Spitz Poulle Kannan has great subject matter expertise in payments and good responsiveness. We can trust the lawyers to deliver to a high quality so we are comfortable introducing our clients to them.

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  • Spitz Poulle Kannan is responsive and pragmatic.

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  • Le cabinet Spitz Poulle Kannan est réactif et pragmatique.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Jean-Baptiste Poulle
    Band 1Jean-Baptiste Poulle

    Jean-Baptiste Poulle

    Jean-Baptiste Poulle is a market leader renowned for his broad regulatory expertise. He advises on compliance with new legislation such as DORA, as well as reorganisations and creating new entities with regulated financial activities. He is well versed in both French and EU-wide regulations.

    Jean-Baptiste Poulle est un leader du marché reconnu pour sa large expertise réglementaire. Il conseille sur la mise en conformité avec les nouvelles législations telles que DORA, ainsi que sur les réorganisations et la création de nouvelles entités ayant des activités financières réglementées. Il connaît bien la réglementation française et européenne.

    • Jean-Baptiste Poulle is an expert in his field, pleasant on a daily basis and a good teacher.

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    • Jean-Baptiste Poulle is a consummate professional and excellent trusted adviser. He is always available and willing to help his clients, no matter how last minute or unexpected the request.

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    • Jean-Baptiste Poulle is an excellent expert, responsive and pragmatic. He knows the banking industry inside out.

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    • We appreciate his in-depth expertise, his pedagogy and his commercial approach. It is a pleasure to work with him.

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    • Nous apprécions son expertise approfondie, sa pédagogie et son sens des affaires. C'est un plaisir de travailler avec lui.
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    • Jean-Baptiste Poulle est un expert dans son domaine, agréable au quotidien et un bon pédagogue.

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    • Jean-Baptiste Poulle est un professionnel accompli et un excellent conseiller de confiance. Il est toujours disponible et prêt à aider ses clients, même pour les demandes de dernière minute ou inattendues.
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    • Jean-Baptiste Poulle est un excellent expert, réactif et pragmatique. Il connaît le secteur bancaire sur le bout des doigts.
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  • Band 1Nicolas Spitz
    Band 1Nicolas Spitz

    Nicolas Spitz

    Nicolas Spitz is a leading practitioner with deep expertise in assisting with the regulatory aspects of transactions and debt mandates.

    Nicolas Spitz est un avocat de premier plan avec une expertise approfondie dans le conseil sur aspects réglementaires des transactions et des mandats de dette.

    • Nicolas Spitz has a huge knowledge of banking law. He has an above average expertise. He really understands client needs.

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    • Nicolas Spitz really knows the industry and the regulations. He is very good when adapting to the cases. He understands client needs and how to be creative.

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    • Nicolas Spitz a une connaissance approfondie du droit bancaire. Son expertise est supérieure à la moyenne. Il comprend parfaitement les besoins de ses clients.

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    • Nicolas Spitz connaît parfaitement le secteur et la réglementation. Il sait très bien s'adapter aux différentes situations. Il comprend les besoins des clients et sait faire preuve de créativité.
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  • Band 3Arut Kannan
    Band 3Arut Kannan

    Arut Kannan

    Arut Kannan is well regarded for his experience advising on regulatory aspects of acquisitions and investments. He also boasts expertise in matters involving cryptocurrencies and e-payments.

    Arut Kannan est réputé pour son expérience en matière de conseil sur les aspects réglementaires des acquisitions et des investissements. Il possède également une expertise en matière de crypto-monnaies et de paiements électroniques.

    • I have been working with Arut for many years and he has always been very responsive and provided clear advice.

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    • Arut Kannan is responsive and delivers high quality advice.

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    • Arut has been responsive and very knowledgeable on some of our most complex and significant matters.

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    • He is very technically strong, and understands the commercial aspects of the sector.

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    • Arut a été réactif et très compétent sur certains de nos dossiers les plus complexes et importants.

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    • Il possède de très solides compétences techniques et comprend les aspects commerciaux du secteur.

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    • Je travaille avec Arut depuis de nombreuses années et il a toujours été très réactif et m'a donné des conseils clairs.

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    • Arut Kannan est réactif et fournit des conseils de grande qualité.

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