Pierre-François Veil > Veil Jourde > Paris, France > Lawyer Profile

Veil Jourde
171 BOULEVARD HAUSSMANN
75008 PARIS
France
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Work Department

Commercial and civil litigation, Criminal litigation, Restructuring

Position

Partner –  Litigation department, Restructuring department

Career

Admitted to the Paris Bar in 1979, Pierre-François Veil founded an independent law firm, Dubarry Le Douarin Veil, in 1984. He joined Veil Jourde as partner in 2007. Former Secretary ‘Conférence du stage’ (Paris Bar distinction awarded to the best litigants), he is specialized (“mention de spécialité”, a national recognition) in commercial, business and competition law. His ability to manage cases mixing several aspects: civil, commercial & criminal, is appreciated by business managers, especially SMEs.

Lawyer Rankings

France > Dispute resolution: Commercial litigation

Veil Jourde is chiefly known for its litigation practice and acts for a prominent client base of French and international industrial groups, CAC 40 companies, as well as banks and investment funds. The large and highly experienced team is entrusted to deal with strategic and complex cases, spanning commercial, civil, corporate and criminal proceedings. The practice is currently handling a diverse caseload encompassing Covid-related M&A disputes, insolvency, unfair competition and high-stakes international disputes. Georges JourdePierre-François VeilEric Deubel and Emmanuel Rosenfeld are key names and Corinne Valery Masson is another key contributor. Gaspard Lundwall left the firm in early 2024.

France > Dispute resolution: White-collar crime

Veil Jourde‘s white-collar criminal practice relies on the expertise of a senior team capable of handling a range of cases. The team assists a prominent client base, comprising top companies and senior executives including top banks and a leading luxury goods brand, and is currently acting in several of France’s most high-profile cases in relation to moral harassment and tax fraud. The practice also regularly handles sensitive matters pertaining to the political sphere defending elected figures and public servants. Jean Veil is an authority in the market. Also involved are Georges JourdeEmmanuel RosenfeldPierre-François Veil and François Esclatine  . Gaspard Lundwall and  François Esclatine left the firm.