Racine > Paris, France > Firm Profile

‘The strength of the team lies in the finesse of the legal analysis coupled with a very realistic operational vision. Proactivity in advice and in writing or preparing internal meetings.’

‘Philippe Rogez, Margaux Succurro and Amanda Galvan stand out from other advisors that we may have had by their approach to risk which is intended to be pragmatic. Their availability and responsiveness and the fluidity of the exchanges that we have with each of them should also be highlighted.’

‘The main qualities of the team are reliability, legal expertise, responsiveness and availability. The Racine team is far above the other law firms with which we have worked. The firm is innovative in that it always adapts its advice and recommendations to the needs of its client.’

‘Philippe Rogez: legal expertise, exceptionally quick understanding of subjects, ability to appropriate the subjects of needs, incomparable pleadings, unparalleled availability, very lively.’

‘Amanda Galvan: very in-depth knowledge particularly on collective subjects, availability, responsiveness, strong technical skills (knowledge of case law, legislation, documentary research). ’

‘Very good coordination between the members of the team and also complementarity in the files handled in social law.’

‘Sarah Usunier through her expertise, her strategic reading of situations, her responsiveness and her leadership.’

‘Rigorous team, available with a very high level of expertise/advice. Able to provide innovative solutions. Force of proposal, the team develops a great sense of customer relations and a real results orientation. I would add that the relationship is also very pleasant and friendly in the exchange.’

‘The team’s dedication, clear communication, and efficient use of technology set them apart, making them a leading choice in the market. Their innovative approach, coupled with their unwavering commitment to client success, makes them a top-tier choice for any IP-related legal matters.’

‘I have complete confidence in this firm’s abilities.’

‘The Racine team is distinguished by its deep commitment to defending the interests of its clients. Their approach combines intelligence, efficiency and diplomacy in an exemplary manner to resolve complex issues.’

‘Their sensitivity to the abstract values ​​which animate the professions of creation and art is manifested in a striking way. This deep understanding of the needs and concerns specific to these unique areas truly sets them apart.’

‘What sets Charles Bouffier apart is his deep commitment to his clients. Beyond his exceptional legal skills, he is passionate about the creative and cinema professions. He defends the interests of his clients with conviction, demonstrating unparalleled expertise and great accuracy.’

‘Very good expertise in intellectual property, coupled with perfect knowledge of litigation procedures, a real asset.’

‘The Racine team is perfectly up-to-date with new regulations, case law and technologies.’

‘High-level competence and availability. Comprehensive skills, use of the best technologies available on the market, unparalleled collaboration, adaptability to all professions and all sectors of activity.’

‘Bruno Cavalié: the best, exceptional skills and experience, exceptional listening skills, innovative solution, exceptional advice.’

‘A very good team: engaged, forward-thinking and on the ball. Excellent engagement with clients, even in the most challenging situations.’

‘Diversity of profiles and skills. Ability to mobilize different skills depending on the nature of the legal subject, Sense of customer follow-up. Creation of interpersonal relationships.’

‘Bruno Cavalié: great business sense, finesse of the strategic approach, quality of recommendations, very good oral skills’.

‘Team very focused on the client’s activity and strategy. Original and effective solutions.’

‘Valérie Ledoux: good mastery of subjects, great sense of customer service, ’

‘One of the best teams in France for European state aid law.’

‘Bastien Thomas is a remarkable lawyer and always keeps in touch.’

‘Valérie Ledoux is a good practitioner with great instincts on these subjects.’

‘Sophie Pasquesoone stands out for her situational intelligence, speed and understanding of the issues, particularly the subtle balance between legal elements and context.’

‘Bastien Thomas is a leader in state aid matters, along with his entire team.’

‘The team is technically excellent and very responsive. They are also very pragmatic and available. Their proactivity in processing files is impressive. They always try to understand the objectives pursued in order to advise intelligently and strategically. They charge very reasonable fees.’

‘Guillaume Fabre is truly excellent both technically and strategically. He also has very in-depth knowledge of our market sector. I call him regularly to discuss issues together and he allows me to resolve our legal issues very effectively.’

‘‘Guillaume Fabre is technically excellent and already has a strong track record.’

‘An excellent team which combines efficiency, empathy and technical expertise.’

‘Laurent Jourdan is one of the best restructuring lawyers in Paris.’

‘Lisa Ducani is capable of moving the most complex files forward.’

‘Great understanding and mastery of files.’

‘Very good at listening to customer needs.‘

‘Antoine Diesbecq has tremendous experience, providing valuable advice with restraint and always in the interest of his client. A fine tactician, Antoine knows how to wait for the right moment to draw his weapon.’ 

‘Charles Bouffier’s team at Racine is simply excellent!’

‘Charles Bouffier is simply great. Super engaged, knowledgeable and offers a great overall service. Every conversation with him makes you smarter and usually solves the problem you have. Moreover, it’s always pleasant to work with Charles.’

‘The Racine media team is on a human scale, which allows for very appreciable speed of action and advice.’

‘Charles Bouffier has very good knowledge of the business and technological issues in the world of SVOD platforms. This allows you to receive tailor-made advice without having to spend time explaining the complex issues. It’s a real advantage.’

‘Charles Bouffier has great expertise in the field of copyright law.’

‘Racine is unique in that they are well versed in international production issues. All of the attorneys that I dealt with are extremely knowledgeable in multiple areas of the law (tax, corporate structuring, entertainment and production), and it was very helpful that the team of attorneys assisting me were all fluent in the English language.’

‘Pragmatic and efficient.’

‘A team dedicated to real estate: efficient, complementary and available to the client. An educator in approaching legal issues and force of proposals in order to enable the client to secure their acquisition project or their litigation file.’

‘Nicolas Boytchev is an excellent lawyer and knows his sector (real estate) well. A great pleasure to work opposite him.’

‘The strength of the team in charge of the real estate department is obviously its perfect knowledge of the applicable law in this area but also of related areas also covered by the firm. The teams know how to work in synergy perfectly, which is greatly appreciated.’

‘Within the team, Nicolas Boytchev, Philippe Johnston and Théo Faugeras particularly stand out. One point that distinguishes the team from its peers is the fact that the files are perfectly followed without distinction of seniority.’

‘The Racine team is very efficient. Always available. Very responsive. And showing inventiveness in order to find solutions. They are deal makers.’

‘Nicola Boytchev is constructive. Having a very good knowledge of law, he also has human qualities which clearly distinguish him from his peers.’

‘Team is available, responsive and innovative. ’

‘The team is always available, responds within the deadlines and tries to put itself in its clients’ shoes at all times. Their pragmatic vision is much appreciated.’

‘Sylvain Bergès is pragmatic, available, competent and friendly. He knows how to organise the work of the various teams and during contract negotiations, he always gets the best out of the situation.’

‘Dynamism, availability, flexibility and agility.’

‘Thierry Gallois: availability, very good knowledge of public law, and responsiveness.’

‘Very available and dynamic team, with good knowledge of its customers’ issues.’

‘Sylvain Bergès is very attentive and knows how to adapt to his clients.’

‘Attentive team that looks for pragmatic solutions.’

‘Racine is extremely efficient and provides excellent client service. They are fully multilingual which is essential for conducting deals for a global corporate deal working across English and French jurisdictions.’

‘Mélanie Coiraton has been excellent. Very commercially astute and practical in her advice, providing a first class service.’

‘A team of great professionals who knows how to meet customer expectations by understanding their issues (internal and external) while adapting to the current market context. A team that knows how to work quickly and well, with constant attention to detail and an approach to researching quality in every way.’

‘Rima Mairehenry – a rapid understanding of the issues and crucial points. There is always a personalized response to each problem encountered. Real trust was quickly established.’

‘Multidisciplinary team that works harmoniously and complements each other. Responsive, attentive and innovative team (solutions, communication).’

‘Rima Maitrehenry has great knowledge and offers quality solutions.’

‘Superb private equity team.’

‘Team that masters the legal and technical aspects of LBO operations.’

‘Marie Pouget is a very good professional, very available and endowed with strong technical qualities.’

‘Excellent PE / LBO team, with a great level of involvement at all levels of the hierarchy, in a well-established full services independent firm.’

‘Marie Pouget is an outstanding negotiator who is able to create consensus. She is proactive, reliable, innovative and a very smart and committed deal-maker.’

‘Marie Pouget’s team: very efficient, with perfect interaction and mastery of the subjects. Files are handled with rigor and fluidity.’

‘A top-notch team which handles complex transactions including complex equity and debt financing transactions with cross-border aspects. Marie Pouget and her team deliver top quality services and succeeded in quickly breaking through in the French private equity market. ’

‘Marie Pouget is creative, reliable, technical, business driven and quite good at negotiating. She is an easygoing person, including when it comes to work under high pressure.’

‘Responsive and competent’

‘Xavier Rollet: responsive, professional, available.’

‘Xavier Rollet – our best tax lawyer in France.’

‘Great knowledge and professionalism.’