François Coutard
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014 About François Coutard
François Coutard is a lawyer based in Lyon, FR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in France™ since 2014. François Coutard is recognized in the following practice area:
- Lyon, France
- Labor and Employment Law
Current Firm: CMS Francis Lefebvre Lyon
Location: Lyon, FR
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