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France > Intellectual property: Copyright Tier 1
UGGC Avocats covers a wide spectrum of copyright-related issues, assisting major industry players in Europe, Africa, and Asia and focusing on areas like innovation, digital law, fashion, luxury, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, sports, music, IoT, and digital publishing. Co-headed by experts Anne-Marie Pecoraro in AI and digital law, Elisabeth Logeais in licensing, and Corinne Khayat in copyright litigation, the firm regularly helps companies plan, implement, and manage strategies for copyright registration, protection, and management. They also provide guidance on IP exploitation, draft licensing and assignment agreements, and assist in anti-counterfeiting, anti-cybersquatting cases, unfair competition proceedings, and out-of-court mediation at domestic, European, and international levels. Additionally, Rodolphe Boissau is a key contact with extensive experience in aiding rights holders and handling litigation, including cases involving substantial copyright infringements.Practice head(s):
Anne-Marie Pecoraro; Elisabeth Logeais; Corinne Khayat
Other key lawyers:
Rodolphe Boissau
Testimonials
‘They are available, provide good advice and adapt to the needs and means of our business structure.’
‘What sets Anne-Marie Pecoraro apart from others is her technical expertise, knowledge of clients’ sectors and networks, her excellent reputation, responsiveness and flexibility, and her passion for advocacy.’
‘The team is very responsive and competent. Always attentive to our needs.’
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro personally handles our requests and gives us complete satisfaction.’
‘Very good knowledge of the markets, always proactive in providing information of new developments.’
‘They are truly committed to supporting their clients, notably through their strategic and negotiation skills, as well as their human and ethical qualities.’
Key clients
MHD (Moet Hennessy Diageo)
Giacometti, Berthoud Consorts
CDC (Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations)
Affective
Meriem Bouderbala
Elsevier – Springer / SCI-HUB – LIBGEN
Diageo
Solinest
Thierry Mugler
Most Wanted Music
M. Firon & Co Advocates for Israeli Broadcasters
Pif et Hercule with Editions Vaillant
Frédéric Lyphoudt – Archikonsol Project
Divine Paris
Licensing International
Work highlights
- Acting as counsel to Meriem Bouderbala, a Tunisian artist, in the protection of her intellectual property rights relating to contemporary art.
- Acting as counsel to Most Wanted Music in a pre-litigation music law dispute with an artist it has signed to its repertoire.
France > Media and entertainment: Art Tier 1
Bolstered by a strong international network, UGGC Avocats‘ art law practice is firmly established on the French market, with a sizeable specialist team which assists many prominent public bodies and cultural organisations with acquisitions, loans, insurance issues and the management of cultural property. The firm’s stellar client base includes the Joan Mitchell Foundation, Académie des Beaux-Arts and the Rijksmuseum. Leading the practice is Jean-François Canat, a pioneering figure in the field of art law. Anne-Marie Pecoraro regularly advises leading companies and foundations on issues such as protection and donations, whilst Corinne Khayat is a notable expert in IP (particularly copyright) law, with an in-depth knowledge of the art market. Line-Alexa Glotin, Philippe Hansen and Laure Assumpçao are other key members of the team.Practice head(s):
Jean-François Canat
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Laure Assumpçao in particular has been fantastic to work with over the last year. Her knowledge of copyright law in the US and France has been invaluable to us. She has worked incredibly hard to keep things timely and moving forward. I also appreciate her thoughts on our strategic approach.’
‘Jean-François Canat is very well-informed and pleasant to work with.’
‘Jean-François Canat and Laure Assumpçao are truly excellent. They regularly exceed my expectations with respect to finding solutions to complex multi-jurisdictional issues.’
‘Their responsiveness, subject matter expertise, patience through frustrating circumstances, and pragmatic approach make them wonderful advisors. They are comfortable working on cases at the highest level of complexity and with difficult counterparties without losing sight of the details. I work with legal teams across a few jurisdictions, and this is one of my favourite teams thanks to their thoroughness and effectiveness.’
‘Jean-François Canat is my go-to partner for art matters in Paris: he is very experienced and very responsive. Laure Assumpçao has been able to provide balanced and incisive commercial advice.’
‘The team have a very good blend of experience in the art business, meaning they can deliver advice quickly and for a reasonable price.’
’An international law firm, with an excellent client portfolio.’
‘UGGC is a solid ally for us, especially Anne-Marie Pecoraro. She determines the strategy, co-ordinates everything and has close relationships with firms in other countries, such as the US and Italy, for cross-border matters.’
Key clients
Joan Mitchell Foundation
L’Etablissement Public du Musée du Louvre
Brun Fine Art
Galerie Canesso
Giacometti, Berthoud Consorts
Académie des Beaux-Arts
Mr. Jean-Claude and Mr. Philippe Legros
ArtAncient
Musée d’Art et d’Histoire du Judaïsme
Elyx Productions
Meriem Bouderbala
Luc Bellier
Rijksmuseum
Work highlights
- Represented the Joan Mitchell Foundation in a copyright infringement case against French luxury goods company Louis Vuitton Malletier and its private foundation, Fondation Louis Vuitton.
- Represented Musée du Louvre in the context of a major criminal investigation into the international trafficking of looted art, in which it is – for now – indirectly involved.
- Represented two private clients in two related estate disputes with the council of Compiègne and with their siblings concerning the title to ancient sculptures.
France > Media and entertainment: Music Tier 1
A dominant force in the market, UGGC Avocats handles complex, cross-border matters for many leading global figures in the music industry and is commended for its ‘legal and technical excellence’ in the field. Recent landmark cases for the group have included defending music service provider Mood Media in a dispute before the European courts and advising a successful French pop-rock band on copyright protection. The team is led by Anne-Marie Pecoraro, a highly renowned media lawyer who has a niche expertise in matters relating to music and live shows, whilst Rodolphe Boissau is also an expert in media and IP law.Practice head(s):
Anne-Marie Pecoraro
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The UGGC Avocats team is very responsive, provides sound and relevant advice, and knows how to direct us towards other pathways if necessary.’
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro and Rodolphe Boissau are available and respect our often very tight deadlines. They both have undeniable experience in their field and we know we can trust their recommendations.’
‘They truly serve the needs of their clients. Legal and technical excellence in their fields is their trademark. They are truly committed to supporting their clients, notably through their strategic and negotiation skills, and their human and ethical qualities.’
‘I highly recommend this exceptional team, which combines expertise in the sectors with long knowledge of the legal environment and practices, legal expertise, and a methodical approach.’
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro nurtures long-term relationships with her clients. Her passion for the law and skills in negotiation stand out.’
‘They are experts and understand the subject matter and environment perfectly. They are personally involved and very passionate throughout the case.’
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro is an undisputed leader in the field of music law. She stands out for her ethics and dedication and is a visionary on the evolution of music.’
Key clients
Jean-Paul Gaultier
Paris 2024 Olympic Games
Philippe Aglae
Nosonic
Paradiso Media
Maylin Pultar (The Buffalo Girl)
Kendell
CDC (Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations)
spectacle AURA
Rafe Production
Cité de la musique Philharmonie de Paris
Emmanuelle Haim and Concert d’Astrée
Echo Studio
Thierry Mugler
Mood Media
ELYX – Fondation ELYX
Yacine Ait Kaci
Work highlights
- Defended Mood Media Corporation, a leading in-store media solutions company, in very complex music business dispute before the European courts.
- Advised French rock-pop bank Nosonic in connection with the protection of their music business development, the financing for their concerts, and the review of all music agreements for sound recordings.
- Advised Philippe Aglaé, a choral conductor and chorus leader, on the negotiation of agreements to provide music for Netflix and for Citroën advertising.
France > Intellectual property: Trade marks and designs Tier 2
The IP department at UGGC Avocats, specialises in both registered and unregistered trade marks and distinctive signs, covering non-contentious and contentious areas. The practice excels in tasks ranging from trade mark registration and protection in France and the EU, conducting searches and analysis, due diligence in corporate transactions involving IP aspects, to anti-counterfeiting measures, managing infringement, cybersquatting cases, and addressing unfair competition matters. The team is co-led by litigators Anne-Marie Pecoraro and Corinne Khayat, in conjunction with licensing expert Elisabeth Logeais. Additionally, Rodolphe Boissau is a notable figure in the practice, renowned for his expertise in contentious matters.Practice head(s):
Anne-Marie Pecoraro; Elisabeth Logeais; Corinne Khayat
Other key lawyers:
Rodolphe Boissau
Testimonials
‘Outstanding expertise.’
‘UGGC thinks outside the box when solving trade mark problems.’
‘Very knowledgeable.’
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro is an expert. The best, most advanced and passionate in the field.’
‘The team is responsive and supports us competently.’
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro is super smart.’
Key clients
Diageo
Paris 2024
Elsevier – Springer / SCI-HUB – Libgen
Frédéric LYPHOUDT – Archikonsol Project
Musée d’Art et d’Histoire du Judaïsme
Thierry Mugler
Enalean SAS
UNIFAB
Elyx
ECI Agency Luxuvince
Gustavo Lins
Arthurimmo.com
Le Concert d’Astrée
GO-N
Rafe Production
Work highlights
- Counsel to Thierry MUGLER for the protection of his trade marks, brands and intellectual property rights.
- Counsel to UNIFAB, the French Union of manufacturers as anti-counterfeiting intellectual property experts for its clients and manufacturers in their geographical area and the protection of their intellectual property in West Africa.
- Counsel to ELYX, the first digital ambassador of the United Nations for the protection of their intellectual property and notably: fight against counterfeiting, establishment of any contract for future branded project, and negotiations with potential Producers or third Parties.
France > Media and entertainment: Advertising Tier 2
UGGC Avocats fields a specialist team that is well-equipped to handle a range of matters. The team's expertise spans advertising, marketing and communications and it is highly sought after to assist with sponsorships and partnership issues for renowned personalities as well as personality rights in commercial campaigns. It also handles litigation relating online advertising, counterfeiting revenues and financing. The group is jointly headed by Anne-Marie Pecoraro, who advises on competition, labelling, branding, consumer issues and compliance, and Corinne Khayat, who represents clients before the courts in all aspects of advertising law. Jean-François Canat and Rodolphe Boissau are other key members of the team.Practice head(s):
Anne-Marie Pecoraro; Corinne Khayat
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Happy to work with UGGC, especially with Anne Marie Pecoraro who has been supporting us on all our questions for years. Always a solution to offer us and incredible availability.’
‘What sets Anne Marie apart is her technical expertise, her knowledge of clients’ sectors and networks, her excellent reputation, her responsiveness and flexibility, and her passion for advocacy on the technological level.’
‘Expertise at the heart of cutting-edge technology (in particular techniques emerging in the audiovisual sector, AI, VR, algorithms etc… and understanding of the issues).’
‘Their practice is unique in that they offer a global strategic vision rooted in both high-level advertising law and the most innovative issues.’
Key clients
Paris 2024
Chloe Saada
Self Media
MHD (Moët-Hennessy Diageo)
Diageo
SLAM / TBF
Bodyhit
Solar box
Repeat Global
LSA Courtage
Ophtalmologie Express
Zahia Dehar
Mood Media Corporation
Work highlights
- Supporting Chloe Saada, an author and TV show host, in her advertising campaigns.
- Representing Self Media in a case against an advertiser that had failed to honour its advertising contract.
- Advising Samy Djerbi, aka SLAM, on defending the copyright of his photos.
France > Media and entertainment: Cinema Tier 2
UGGC Avocats has a strong reputation in the entertainment industry, acting for an impressive roster of clients that includes Bpifrance and Paradiso Media. The practice is particularly noted for its skills in cross-border cases, particularly involving US, European and African clients. Industry veteran Anne-Marie Pecoraro leads the team, bringing over 25 years of experience working in the media and entertainment sector to her advice to leading international studios and production companies. She is supported by Rodolphe Boissau, whose areas of strength include copyright litigation.Practice head(s):
Anne-Marie Pecoraro
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro is to be commended for her efficiency, courtesy, and the relationship she establishes with the client.’
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro is undoubtedly a great lawyer in the field of cinema, music and entertainment law.’
‘Our team of advisors have a human touch, and are experienced and available at any time. They are a source of suggestions, advising us on the best possible direction to take while setting out the possibilities available to us. They are true experts in intellectual property matters. The team is also innovative in relation to billing and in its way of collaborating and creating synergies.’
‘I have known Anne-Marie Pecoraro for some time now, and have always been impressed by her work and her strategic vision. I also appreciate her personal qualities, which make her a perfect colleague.’
‘Rodolphe Boissau is also a brilliant lawyer who manages the files perfectly and keeps us regularly informed.’
‘Anne-Marie Pecoraro has great experience in the French media industry.’
Key clients
BPIFrance
Paradiso Media
Pif et Hercule – Action Vaillant
Euzhan Palcy
Les Films de la plage
Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC)
Chloe Saada
Rafe Production
Echo Studio
Self Media
Thraces Productions and Eliana Bantchev
Helsinki FILMi
Before June
Maylin Pultar
360 Paris Music Factory
Selfmedia
Work highlights
- Advised screenwriter and producer Euzhan Palcy on her film projects and the protection of her image.
- Assisting Thraces Production and Eliana Bantchev (as producer, writer and director) on the production of a feature-length documentary on her life and work.
- Assisting Before June with the negotiation of contracts to incorporate concerts performed by singer Maylin Pultar into films.
France > Private equity: venture/growth capital Tier 2
The group at UGGC Avocats is well-placed to advise investment funds and companies on all manner of venture and growth capital operations and related matters, including audits, the drafting of shareholders’ agreements, and management packages. Charles-Emmanuel Prieur steers the practice and is particularly focused on transactions involving new technologies, life sciences, real estate, and financial services. Additional key figures include partner David Gordon-Krief and corporate practitioner Ali Bougrine.Practice head(s):
Charles-Emmanuel Prieur
Other key lawyers:
Ali Bougrine; David Gordon-Krief; Rebecca El Hakim; Laurie Durand
Testimonials
‘Highly customer success-focused team; clear communication; responsive; available. Always balanced in negotiations to move towards closing rather than getting hung up on details.’
‘Charles-Emmanuel Prieur as practice head has been very willing to help and provide value beyond individual transactions and is a valuable resource from quick inquiries to short-notice large transaction support. Laurie Durand and Rebecca El Hakim both delivered excellent work and provided significant value throughout transactions.’
‘Strength of the UGGC team: legal skills, responsiveness and understanding of customer needs. Allocation of the right skills to the client.’
Key clients
Bpifrance
Forsee Power
Paradiso Media
AdBio Partners
Tridek-One
DocCity
Stanwell Consulting
Astraveus
Anoat Therapeutics
RedTree Capital
D-Aim
Mooncard
Therinvest
Work highlights
- Counsel to Bpifrance in the €80m fundraising of the deeptech company ITEN, the specialist in lithium-ion ceramic micro-batteries.
- Counsel to Bpifrance, Famille C Venture and Citizens of Humanity in their investment of approximately €15m in the company PILI, a pioneer in the development of renewable colors.
- Counsel to Forsee Power on its capital increase of approximately €50m, intended to finance the acceleration of its commercial, industrial and technological development.
France > Administrative and public law Tier 3
UGGC Avocats' team is entrusted by a prominent client base, notably leading transport, energy, engineering and IT companies. The team, which also handles some work for public sector entities, is consulted on a wide range of subjects including the awarding of public procurement contracts and related performance and execution issues. It also regularly provides strategic guidance on new regulations, such as in the rail and gaming sectors, while construction, permits and urban planning law are also among its range of intervention. Practice head Thierry Dal Farra is a strong name on the market. Philippe Hansen, Franck Lepron, Benjamin de Sevin and Edouard Caupert are also excellent advisers.Practice head(s):
Thierry Dal Farra
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Responsiveness, good quality of work and value for money.’
‘Team is available, attentive to the customer, capable of reacting within tight deadlines, on complex issues. Great responsiveness.’
‘Serious team, fluid and dynamic collaboration. Great availability to listen and very pragmatic.’
‘Franck Lepron: very competent, available, knows how to adapt to all circumstances.’
‘A gem, a team available, active, and at the forefront of the latest decisions and texts.’
‘A rigorous and dynamic team that attaches great importance to customer concerns. The team demonstrates great availability and has always respected deadlines, even very short ones. ’
‘Rigor of analyses, pragmatism, in-depth knowledge of the functioning of public administration, ability to intervene on a wide field of legal issues, exceptional responsiveness.’
‘Thierry Dal Farra: great capacity for synthesis, very in-depth analyses, responsiveness, ability to propose strategies, and exceptional and broad skills.’
Key clients
European Gambling and Betting Association (EGBA)
SCC Group
Kindred Group/Unibet
OPCO-EP
Académie des Beaux-Arts
CCIR Corse
ATC (Agence de Tourisme de la Corse)
Société des Grands Travaux de l’Océan Indien
Castel et Fromaget
VDL Bus & Coach
Paris 2024
Banque de France
Agence du Numérique en Santé (ANS)
Grand Port Maritime de Bordeaux (GPMB)
Work highlights
- Representing the European Gambling and Betting Association (EGBA) in the European Commission’s state aid proceedings against Française des Jeux (FDJ).
- Assisted Kindred Group, an online gaming company, in connection with the legal proceedings before the French Conseil d’Etat challenging the new regulatory framework established upon the privatisation of La Française des Jeux.
- Aassisting the Musée Marmottan Monet in drafting the contract for the renovation of the museum.
France > Compliance Tier 3
Praised for its ‘perseverance and excellent knowledge’, UGGC Avocats advises on compliance issues associated with public procurement contracts, in addition to matters concerning anti-corruption and ethical obligations. Thierry Dal Farra, who spearheads the firm’s public business law department, jointly leads the team alongside ‘elder statesman’ Michel Ponsard and Corinne Khayat, who has ‘perfect knowledge’ of data protection issues.Practice head(s):
Thierry Dal Farra; Corinne Khayat; Michel Ponsard
Testimonials
‘UGGC covers all relevant areas and therefore can provide compliance advice covering the demands of companies. The team is also sufficiently big to manage bigger and complex cases.’
‘Michel Ponsard is an elder statesman and is very experienced.’
‘Corinne Khayat has extensive expertise, with perfect knowledge of regulations and local practice.’
‘The team is very strong and committed to the cases it deals with. This perseverance and excellent knowledge of the regulators allows them to provide a high-quality and efficient service.’
‘UGGC took the time, particularly through interviews with our employees, to fully understand our operation in order to know how it works in detail and to map the risks.’
‘Corinne Khayat is competent, both in terms of advice and writing and in pleadings, and easily reachable.’
‘The undeniable strength of UGGC is coming up with the legal strategy to implement in the face of disputes with administrations.’
‘Corinne Khayat has the vision to transform matters into strategy.’
Key clients
Sodexo Group
Bodyhit
France > Employment Tier 3
UGGC Avocats assists both domestic and international clients in all employment matters. Particular areas of expertise include corporate restructurings, transfer of business, due diligence and trade union negotiations. Sophie Uettwiller leads the team and is noted for her capabilities in sensitive collective matters. She is supported by Jennifer Carrel. Karine Audouze left the firm in December 2023.Practice head(s):
Sophie Uettwiller
Other key lawyers:
Jennifer Carrel; Marine Lamotte
Testimonials
‘Jennifer Carrel has been incredible in supporting our diverse employment Law needs.’
‘UGGC demonstrates a fantastic understanding of how to support an international business, being able to blend their thorough understanding of the French system and client needs.’
‘They demonstrate excellent attention to detail, guiding our legal team and leadership through challenging situations.’
‘Jennifer Carrel has complete authority of her area, with a unique blend of confidence and strong listening to her client. She is pragmatic and quickly lays-out the available options, never afraid to volunteer her preference(s).’
‘High responsiveness, seriousness, dynamism. Reassures its clients through in-depth work on the subjects submitted to it, studies and quality client advice.’
‘Sophie Uettwiller is really very good and has a very comprehensive approach, both legal and practical too. Marine Lamotte works seriously and digs into the subjects.’
‘Responsive and always good advice’
Key clients
Kering Group
Paris 2024
Crédit Lyonnais (LCL), Crédit Agricole Group
LIDL
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
Alstom Transport
Primaprix
Hotel Ritz-Paris / Ritz Group
Innothera
Aldebaran (URG Group)
InterContinental Paris Le Grand
L’Hôtel du Collectionneur
Universcience
American Airlines
Sportfive (formerly Lagardère Sports and Entertainment)
Intrado (formerly West)
British Council in France
Gifas
Work highlights
- Acting as counsel to Le Crédit Lyonnais regarding employment strategy and various collective disputes initiated by its works councils and trade unions.
- Advising Alstom Transport on the social, collective and individual aspects of organisational, administrative and operational changes at its sites.
- Assisting Primaprix with its entry into the French market with the opening of its first stores in autumn 2022.
France > Media and entertainment: Television/radio Tier 3
France > Banking and finance: transactional work Tier 4
UGGC AvocatsPractice head(s):
Olivier Moriceau; Edouard Héliot
Testimonials
‘Good technique and friendly team.’
‘Immediate availability; tailor-made work with a strong desire to understand the specificities of the client. ’
‘Olivier Moriceau is a lawyer of immense professional and personal qualities. His strong expertise offers peace of mind to the client in stressful moments.’
Key clients
Avril Group
Bpifrance Investissement
Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC)
Agrial Group
Logivolt Territoires
Stanwell Consulting
Dalkia (subsidiary of EDF Group)
AnaCap
Work highlights
- Advising Avril Group on its first schuldschein debt issue for €90 million.
- Advising Logivolt Territoires on the adaptation of its electric vehicle charging infrastructure financing offer to social landlords.
- Advising Stanwell Consulting on a bank financing of its MBO arranged by LCL Crédit Lyonnais and CIC Crédit Industriel et Commercial, for 16 million euros.
France > Dispute resolution: Commercial litigation Tier 4
Practice head(s):
Jean-Jacques Uettwiller; Ali Bougrine; David Gordon-Krief
Other key lawyers:
Clémence Lemétais d’Ormesson
Testimonials
‘This team is efficient and responsive with a good level of involvement of the partners concerned. One of the very good business litigation teams in Paris. Well connected.’
‘The team headed by Jean-Jacques Uettwiller is responsiveness and combative.’
Key clients
Stanwell Consulting
LafargeHolcim
TIIC
Mooncard
IRCEC (National Supplementary Pension Fund for Artists)
Monin
Atlas Biotechnology
FG Hemisphere
Sodexo France
ITL
France > EU, competition and distribution Tier 4
UGGC Avocats' practice runs the gamut of EU and competition law, with a particularly strong presence in cartel and abuse of dominance cases - including recently defending clients in litigation stemming from the meal voucher and charcuterie cartels - and in distribution law matters, from negotiating distribution contracts to unfair competition claims. The team also assists with compliance and EU regulatory issues. Corinne Khayat, Michel Ponsard and Malka Marcinkowski jointly head the practice.Practice head(s):
Michel Ponsard; Corinne Khayat; Malka Marcinkowski
Other key lawyers:
Benjamin de Savin; Maïja Brossard
Testimonials
‘In short, the team is very diverse – especially in recruitment. As a woman I really appreciate this aspect. The competition team also includes high-level specialists in litigation and unfair competition law, which is not always the case among competitors.’
‘I would like to particularly mention Michel Ponsard and Malka Marcinkowski. Michel is an excellent negotiator and can navigate any difficult situation in a pleasant manner while achieving his goals. I appreciate Malka for her intellectual and analytical abilities and her knowledge of distribution law.’
‘I have worked with the competition and distribution practice of UGGC for many years. It is very reliable. The members of the teams are very skilled, with a very high level of technical preparation. They are absolutely outstanding.’
‘I have worked mainly with Michel Ponsard and Malka Marcinkowski. They have worked together as a team for many years. They are very competent and it is a real pleasure to work with them.’
‘The team stand out for their network, their understanding of state services and the Competition Authority, their great command of files and their ability to handle cases for a set fee.’
‘Strong advice. Knowledge of the transport sector.’
Key clients
Sodexo France
Solinest
CA Animation
European Gambling and Betting Association (EGBA)
The Corsican Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Kindred Group/Unibet
Veolia Environnement S.A
SEIU
Bodyhit
Mercedes-Benz
Monin
Buesa
Work highlights
- Representing Sodexo Pass France in pending proceedings before the Paris Court of Appeal against the decision of the FCA regarding anticompetitive practices implemented in the meal coupons sector.
- Assisting the CA Animation Groupe in pending proceedings before the Paris Court of Appeal against the FCA’s decision in the charcuterie cartel case.
- Representing the European Gambling and Betting Association in the European Commission’s state aid proceedings against Française des Jeux.
France > Industry focus: Healthcare and life sciences Tier 4
UGGC Avocats is noted for its broad practice which spans the full spectrum of contentious and regulatory healthcare issues. The group regularly advises on the commercialisation of medical devices and medicines, including labelling issues and product composition. Practice head Sylvie Welsch primarily focuses on disputes involving medical liability, and non-contentious matters concerning health product advertising and distribution. Malka Marcinkowski is particularly adept at advising on pharma laboratories and medical device manufacturers on antitrust investigations and the regulations governing health products.Practice head(s):
Sylvie Welsch
Other key lawyers:
Malka Marcinkowski; Laure Orange
Key clients
AdBio partners
Tridek-One
Therinvest
ANS
Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Guadeloupe
Advent France biotechnology
Innothera Group
Olmix Group
GIM
DocCity
Bpifrance
Work highlights
- Acted for AdBio Partners in their acquisition of French biotech company SynHelix, specialised in DNA synthesis technology,by Belgian group Univercells, specialised in the manufacture and marketing of equipment forthe production of drugs, vaccines and biotreatments.
- Assisted Tridek-One, a biotech start-up specialising in the research and development of CD31 agonists to restore immune balance, in raising €16 million from new investors Pureos BioVentures, Bpifrance through its InnoBio2 fund, Bioqube Ventures and existing investors AdBio Partners, Advent Life Sciences.
- Advised ANS (Agence du Numérique en Santé -Digital Health Agency) on the tendering of the new public contract for the connection and management of emergency medical services: advice on the tender, management of the risk of litigation, and legal advice on securing the tender (IT reversibility).
France > Insolvency Tier 4
UGGC Avocats provide valuable support to distressed companies, shareholders, directors, creditors, and insolvency practitioners across various scenarios, including reorganisation, acquisitions, and legal proceedings. Co-headed by Thierry Montéran and Marine Simonnot, the team’s international practice is a vital component of its work, bolstered by its affiliation with Interlaw, which enables them to effectively handle cross-border insolvency and disputes. The practice's client base attests to its expertise in handling insolvency cases.Practice head(s):
Thierry Montéran; Marine Simonnot
Testimonials
‘The team is multidisciplinary, allowing an optimised and comprehensive approach to subjects. The quality of the advice and the dynamism of the speakers are valuable assets. Throughout the process, suggestions are made to enrich the treatment of the subjects submitted to study, including innovative approaches in certain cases.’
‘Marine Simonnot is undoubtedly a brilliant lawyer, both in terms of skills and permanent enthusiasm.’
‘The team has excellent and knowledge of management of litigation in the French courts arising in connection with cross-border insolvency issues. The team is accessible and user-friendly, providing clear and practical advice. ’
Key clients
Armoric Holding
Foxlease
Trowers and Hamlins
KW-Kranwerke GmbH
GetJet Airlines UAB
Petro-Chem
Fédération Nationale du Bois
Baronnie-Langet in his capacity of representative of AOM Air Liberté
Concept 4
Philippe Denavit
Nouvelles Rives
Jean-Pierre Véron
France > Mergers and acquisitions Tier 5
Practice head(s):
Jean-Jacques Uettwiller; Ali Bougrine
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Excellent understanding of the challenges of a PE fund.’
‘Charles-Emmanuel Prieur: good understanding and ability to adapt.’
Key clients
Eternam
Accor
Aximum (Colas Group)
Systra SA
RedTree Capital
Innothera Group
Latz Family
Paradiso Media
DocCity
Bpifrance
Adbio Partners
Federation Entertainment
Primo 1D
D-AIM
Work highlights
- Advised Eternam on its acquisition of the Courtyard Hotel in Paris.
- Advised the Latz family on the sale of a majority stake in the Compagnons de Dionysos group to SC Pack.
- Advised DocCity, a leading healthcare and hospitality group, on its acquisition of the Groupe des Instituts Médicaux (GIM).
France > Real estate Tier 5
UGGC AvocatsPractice head(s):
David Gordon-Krief; Julien Mayeras
Key clients
RedTree Capital
Accor
Paris 2024
LFPI (La Financière Patrimoniale d’Investissement) – Lazard Bank
DocCity
Grand Port Maritime de Bordeaux
Eternam
La Fourche
CDC Habitat
Wojo
AB SAGAX
Morocco > Banking, finance and capital markets
UGGC Africa’s banking and finance team is a trusted partner to Moroccan and foreign credit establishments, alongside extensive involvement in project finance, restructurings, and securitisations. Ali Bougrine, the firm’s managing partner, specialises in banking and finance as well as corporate and M&A work. Bougrine recently led a joint venture matter between an aeronautical electrical systems manufacturer and Boeing, leveraging his cross-disciplinary experience to advise on both funding aspects regarding banks as well as corporate matters regarding the organisation of the board. Laurent Sablé is well versed in advising clients in high value transactions and conducting relevant negotiations with Moroccan authorities.Practice head(s):
Ali Bougrine
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Centre Monétique Interbancaire (CMI)
LafargeHolcim
Systra Group
Matis Aeropsace
Mirova
Work highlights
Morocco > Dispute resolution
UGGC Africa leverages its pan-African network across Morocco, Cameroon, and the Ivory Coast, in addition to collaborating with the firm’s Paris office to assist its diverse client base. Practice head Ali Bougrine divides his time between Casablanca and Paris, and has vast experience acting as both an arbitrator and clients across southern Africa. Laurent Sablé is another key player within the team, specialising in international arbitration. Jean-Jacques Uettwiller routinely works between Brussels, Paris, and Casablanca, and is recommended for his strong focus on asset management and arbitration.Practice head(s):
Ali Bougrine
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
LafargeHolcim
Work highlights
Morocco > Tourism and real estate
UGGC Africa has an experienced team which advises on sensitive construction and real estate issues concerning disputes, debt recovering, and shareholder negotiations. Managing partner Ali Bougrine leads most of the significant matters for the firm. Besides tourism and real estate law, Bougrine is also specialized in local and cross-border transactions, which is highly applicable in the real estate and infrastructure sector. Other notable individuals include Laurent Sablé and Fabien Gagnerot.Practice head(s):
Ali Bougrine
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Systra Group
LafargeHolcim
Matis Aerospace (a joint company of Boeing and Safran)
RATP Dev
Morocco > Employment
UGGC Africa, in collaboration with its Paris office, is well-known for handling employment issues arising from corporate matters. The group's caseload primarily consists of terminations, and employment contract reviews and amendments. Ali Bougrine, who leads the practice and serves as the firm's managing partner, is known for his significant corporate expertise, often assisting with the employment complexities of major M&A transactions. Rim Tazi is noted for her broad knowledge of employment issues involving secondments and joint ventures.Practice head(s):
Ali Bougrine
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Useful knowledge on very specific areas, for instance, change office regulations and requirements.’
‘Flexible and reactive team, able to cope with very short term deadlines.’
Key clients
LafargeHolcim
Matis Aerospace
Mirova
Mitrelli
RATP Dev
Bernard Hayot Group
Systra Group
RATP Dev
Work highlights
Morocco > Projects and public law
UGGC Africa handles the public law elements of a wide range of projects. Ali Bougrine heads the practice and leverages his expertise in corporate and M&A in advising clients on joint ventures and other commercial issues. Laurent Sablé is another notable figure in the firm and provides support on several matters involving large energy infrastructure projects.Practice head(s):
Ali Bougrine
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘UGGC Africa has specialist knowledge on change office regulations and practices.’
‘Flexible and reactive team, able to cope with very short term deadlines.’
Key clients
LafargeHolcim
RATP Dev
Centre Monétique Interbancaire Europe Environment (CMIEE)
Systra Group
Mirova
Matis Aerospace (a joint company of Boeing and Safran)
Fipar Holding
Work highlights
UGGC Avocats > Firm Profile
Founded in 1993, UGGC Avocats is one of the leading independent business law firms in France. UGGC Avocats assists private and public operators. The firm has extensive expertise in legal and tax matters; through its teams and its “family office”, it offers a very large capacity of intervention in France and internationally (Europe, Africa, Asia and South America). UGGC Avocats is positioned as a “client firm” and its approach is based on its ability to mobilize multidisciplinary teams adapted to its clients’ needs. UGGC Avocats is composed of more than 170 lawyers, including 33 partners.
About UGGC Avocats : https://www.uggc.com/en/
Our expertise:
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- Mergers and acquisitions
- Public law
- Employment law
- Tax law
- Private equity
- Commercial contracts
- Private clients
- Real estate
- Banking and finance
- Antitrust
- Art market
- Restructuring
- Customs and logistics
- Distribution
- International investments
- Public criminal and disciplinary law
- Litigation and arbitration
- Health
- IP-IT
- Personal data
- Media, communication and entertainment law
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Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Mergers & Acquisition | Jean-Jacques Uettwiller | ||
Mergers & Acquisition | Charles-Emmanuel Prieur | ||
Mergers & Acquisition | Jean-François Canat | ||
Mergers & Acquisition | Michel Turon | ||
Mergers & Acquisition | Edouard Héliot | ||
Mergers & Acquisition | Jean-Philippe Crot | ||
Mergers & Acquisition | Ali Bougrine | ||
Mergers & Acquisition | David Gordon-Krief | ||
Mergers & Acquisition | Julien Mayeras | ||
Mergers & Acquisition | Yves Mondellini | ||
Private Equity/LBO | Michel Turon | ||
Private Equity/LBO | Julien Mayeras | ||
Private Equity/LBO | Ali Bougrine | ||
Private Equity/LBO | Yves Mondellini | ||
Banking & Finance | Edouard Héliot | ||
Real Estate | David Gordon-Krief | ||
Real Estate | Sophie Erignac-Godefroy | ||
Real Estate | Julien Mayeras | ||
Real Estate | Philippe Hansen | ||
Projects | Jean-Jacques Uettwiller | ||
Projects | Edouard Héliot | ||
Tax law | Michel Turon | ||
Tax law | Line-Alexa Glotin | ||
Tax law | Laetitia Squercioni | ||
Employment law | Sophie Uettwiller | ||
Employment law | Jennifer Carrel | ||
Employment law | Karine Audouze | ||
Antitrust | Corinne Khayat | ||
Antitrust | Michel Ponsard | ||
Antitrust | Malka Marcinkowski | ||
IP-IT | Elisabeth Logeais | ||
IP-IT | Corinne Khayat | ||
IP-IT | Anne-Marie Pecoraro | ||
Media, communication and entertainment law | Anne-Marie Pecoraro | ||
Health | Sylvie Welsch | ||
Litigation & Arbitration | Sylvie Welsch | ||
Litigation & Arbitration | David Gordon-Krief | ||
Litigation & Arbitration | Jean-François Canat | ||
Litigation & Arbitration | Jean-Jacques Uettwiller | ||
Litigation & Arbitration | Sophie Erignac-Godefroy | ||
Litigation & Arbitration | Julien Mayeras | ||
Private Clients | Jean-Jacques Uettwiller | ||
Private Clients | Michel Turon | ||
Private Clients | Line-Alexa Glotin | ||
Restructuring | Thierry Montéran | ||
Restructuring | Marine Simonnot | ||
Public law | Thierry Dal Farra | ||
Public law | Franck Lepron | ||
Public law | Philippe Hansen | ||
Public law | Edouard Caupert | ||
Public law | Benjamin de Sevin |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Adv Laure Assumpçao | Position Laure Assumpçao is a registered attorney in Paris and New York. She joined… | View Profile | |
Mr Rodolphe Boissau | Rodolphe has over 15 years of experience in IP and TMT. His… | View Profile | |
Mr Ali Bougrine | Ali Bougrine is a multidisciplinary lawyer working on local and cross-border transactions… | View Profile | |
Mr Jean-François Canat | Jean-François Canat has been a lawyer for the best part of his… | View Profile | |
Mrs Jennifer Carrel | Jennifer Carrel joined the employment law team at UGGC Law Firm in… | View Profile | |
Mr Jean-Philippe Crot | A lawyer since 1994, Jean-Philippe Crot became a partner at UGGC Avocats… | View Profile | |
Mr Thierry Dal Farra | After working as a senior official (at the Legal Affairs Department at… | View Profile | |
Mr David Gordon-Krief | David Gordon-Krief, partner at UGGC Law Firm since 2017 is highly renowned… | View Profile | |
Mr Philippe Hansen | Partner at UGGC Law Firm since 2011, Philippe Hansen has expanded his… | View Profile | |
Mrs Corinne Khayat | Corinne Khayat has been a partner of UGGC Avocats since 2000, where… | View Profile | |
Mrs Clémence Lemétais d'Ormesson | With 15 years of experience, Clémence Lemétais d’Ormesson is involved in many… | View Profile | |
Mr Franck Lepron | Franck Lepron joined UGGC in 2003 after spending three years in the… | View Profile | |
Mrs Elisabeth Logeais | Elisabeth Logeais co-founded the IP-IT practice at UGGC since the establishment of… | View Profile | |
Mr Julien Mayeras | Julien Mayeras, partner, joined UGGC Avocats in 2017 with his team. He… | View Profile | |
Mr Yves Mondellini | Yves Mondellini joined the Corporate Law / Mergers & Acquisitions department of… | View Profile | |
Mr Thierry Montéran | Thierry Montéran’s core business is the right of struggling companies in which… | View Profile | |
Mr Olivier Moriceau | Olivier Moriceau joined UGGC Avocats in July 2021, as the partner in… | View Profile | |
Mrs Anne-Marie Pecoraro | With 30 years of experience serving clients of all sizes and types… | View Profile | |
Mr Michel Ponsard | Michel Ponsard is one of the partners in charge of the UGGC… | View Profile | |
Mr Charles-Emmanuel Prieur | Charles-Emmanuel has spent his entire professional career at UGGC Avocats. He joined… | View Profile | |
Mrs Marine Simonnot | Member of the UGGC Avocats’ Restructuring team for more than 15 years,… | View Profile | |
Mr Michel Turon | With over 30 years of experience, Michel Turon is the head of… | View Profile | |
Mr Jean-Jacques Uettwiller | Following a career in the private sector and in law firms, Jean-Jacques… | View Profile | |
Mrs Sylvie Welsch | Partner at UGGC Law Firm, Sylvie Welsch co-heads the litigation departement. She… | View Profile | |
Mr Benjamin de Sevin | There are three main aspects to Benjamin De Sevin’s practice. First of… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Lawyers : 170 Partners : 33Languages
French English (fluent) Arabic Chinese Italian Spanish Russian- Intellectual property: Copyright
- Media and entertainment: Art
- Media and entertainment: Music
Top Tier Firm Rankings
- Intellectual property: Trade marks and designs
- Media and entertainment: Advertising
- Media and entertainment: Cinema
- Private equity: venture/growth capital