Jean Castelain
About Jean Castelain
Jean Castelain is a lawyer based in Paris, FR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in France™ since 2018. Jean Castelain is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Paris, France
- Arbitration and Mediation
- Defamation Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Litigation
- Media Law
Current Firm: Herald Avocats
Location: Paris, FR
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