Mr Laurent Assaya > Vivien & Associés > Paris, France > Lawyer Profile

Vivien & Associés
3 RUE DE MONTTESSUY
75007 PARIS
France

Work Department

Restructuring & Insolvency

Position

Partner – Laurent Assaya is an expert in pre-insolvency proceedings (mandat ad hoc and conciliation) and formal insolvency proceedings. Known for his international experience and active in special situations, he is regularly involved in complex restructuring operations in France and abroad. His clients include groups of companies, debtors, creditors and investment funds.

Career

In 1995, Laurent started his career with Gide Loyrette Nouel before joining Fried Frank Harris Shriver Jacobson in 1997. Between 2008 and 2017, he was in charge of the restructuring practice of the Paris office of Jones Day.

Languages

French and English

Memberships

Admitted to the Paris Bar in 1995. Member of ARE (Association pour le Retournement des Entreprises).

Education

Graduate of HEC, 1992
Master I in Business Law and Tax (Paris II – Assas), 1992
DESUP (Paris II – Assas), 1995

Lawyer Rankings

France > Insolvency

The restructuring and insolvency department at Vivien & Associés is recognised for its robust international client portfolio, catering to small-cap, mid-cap, and large companies. Led by Laurent Assaya, a seasoned professional with expertise in pre-insolvency and formal insolvency proceedings, particularly in the corporate realm, the team maintains regular collaborations with investment and hedge funds, and proficiently manages insolvency-related litigation.