Hervé Le Lay
About Hervé Le Lay
Hervé Le Lay is a lawyer based in Paris, FR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in France™ since 2022. Hervé Le Lay is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Paris, France
- Arbitration and Mediation
- International Arbitration
Current Firm: MCL Arbitration
Education: Paris Nanterre University and University of Paris I, Panthéon-Sorbonne
Location: Paris, FR
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