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Jean-Christophe CLEACH, a partner of CLEACH Avocats since 1998, heads the Corporate - Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity Law practice. He acts for French and foreign companies, providing them in particular with support in their sale or acquisition processes, efforts to raise equity, negotiation of shareholders' agreements, corporate restructuring and negotiations with creditors (banks and government-owned companies in particular) as well as assisting them more generally in defining th...

David Pilorge is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Administrative Law. David practices law in Paris, France Best Lawyers has recognized David Pilorge since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which David Pilorge is held by other lawyers.

Marie Fillon is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Intellectual Property Law. Marie practices law in Paris, France Best Lawyers has recognized Marie Fillon since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Marie Fillon is held by other lawyers.

Julien Cheval is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation. Julien practices law in Paris, France Best Lawyers has recognized Julien Cheval since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Julien Cheval is held by other lawyers.

Christophe Bourdel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Environmental Law and Real Estate Law. Christophe practices law in Paris, France Best Lawyers has recognized Christophe Bourdel since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Christophe Bourdel is held by other lawyers.

Vincent Netter advises French and international clients, industrial companies and investment funds, in their acquisitions and restructurings. In this context, he assists them in transactions involving the implementation of complex contracts (partnerships, joint ventures, R&D contracts, etc.). Vincent also provides his clients with his regulatory expertise in specific sectors, such as defense and security or life sciences.

Jean-François Canat, partner at UGGC Avocats, contributed to the founding of the law firm in 1993. He has been a lawyer for the best part of his life and had various experiences in other law firms. Jean-François Canat’s practice is a rare occurrence in a law firm such as UGGC Avocats and makes him special. Indeed, he is mostly involved in litigation in matters of commercial law and art market law. Its expertise allows him to deal with a great many legal matters, both provi...

Hélène Parent is a Private Equity M&A partner and a member of the Firm’s Private Capital industry group. Dual-qualified in Paris and Madrid, Hélène’s practice focuses primarily on highly regulated industries, including technology and life sciences. Hélène advises private equity funds, family offices, and fast-growing companies on sophisticated private equity matters, with a particular emphasis on venture capital, growth investments, an...

Guillaume De Saint Sernin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits Law. Guillaume practices law in Paris, France Best Lawyers has recognized Guillaume De Saint Sernin since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Guillaume De Saint Sernin is held by other lawyers.

Valery Diaz, partner of the Bankruptcy and Financial Restructuring Department of the firm, is an experienced bankruptcy counselor and litigator who has practiced for more than 15 years in this field. Valery assists a broad range of clients around Europe, in Germany and Spain notably, in restructuring and litigation matters. She offers the highest quality legal advice coupled with tailored service to deliver outstanding results to her clients and help their businesses succeed. Valery's practic...