Florent Barbu
About Florent Barbu
Florent Barbu is a lawyer based in Paris, FR and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in France™ since 2022. Florent Barbu is recognized in the following practice area:
- Paris, France
- Competition / Antitrust Law
Current Firm: Simmons & Simmons LLP
Location: Paris, FR
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