Philippe Johnston

Emmanuel Marsigny is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Criminal Defense and Litigation. Emmanuel practices law in Paris, France Best Lawyers has recognized Emmanuel Marsigny since 2017. 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 Emmanuel Marsigny is held by other lawyers.

Géraldine Machinet is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Géraldine practices law in Paris, France Best Lawyers has recognized Géraldine Machinet 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 Géraldine Machinet is held by other lawyers.

François Ouairy is a partner at Bensaid Avocats and a French tax lawyer advising companies, groups, investors and executives on complex corporate tax, VAT and international tax matters. His practice focuses on tax structuring, high-stakes tax audits and litigation, including corporate income tax, VAT, permanent establishment issues, cross-border transactions and the application of tax treaties. He regularly advises French and international groups, foreign companies operating in France,...

Philippe Portier is in charge of Corporate Finance/M&A, Corporate Compliance/CSR and Public Affairs/Lobbying. He is a specialist in corporate governance, executive remuneration (Say on Pay) and compliance (anti-corruption programmes, due diligence plans, etc.) and contributes to the work of the Institut Montaigne, Fondation Croissance Responsable and the IFA. From 2012 to 2021, he chaired the Association des Avocats Lobbyistes (AAL).

Lionel Attal specialises in competition law, distribution law and Information technology law. He is particularly involved in all types of commercial contracts. Lionel has growing experience in the field of e-commerce and the new business models arising out of the growth of the Internet.

Known for his expertise in international taxation and transfer pricing, Cyril Maucour advises and represents a French and international client base comprising entrepreneurs, growing companies, startups, SMEs and large groups operating in various sectors such as industry, technology, fashion, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy. He provides guidance and support to French companies in their international expansion, offering specific expertise on foreign tax regimes. He assists foreign groups ...

Philippe Rozec is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labor and Employment Law. Philippe practices law in Paris, France Best Lawyers has recognized Philippe Rozec since 2019. 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 Philippe Rozec is held by other lawyers.

Grine regularly advises leading investment funds, managers, and medium to large-sized companies in transactions such as acquisitions, buy-outs, joint ventures, and restructurings.

Mikaël Pelan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labor and Employment Law. Mikaël practices law in Paris, France Best Lawyers has recognized Mikaël Pelan since 2023. 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 Mikaël Pelan is held by other lawyers.

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