Noted for its expertise across the banking and finance, industrial, retail, transport and energy sectors, Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I. showcases prowess in conducting internal investigations, involving issues such as anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, duty of vigilance and breach of international sanctions, in addition implementing compliance programmes. ‘Professional, expert and pragmatic’, Sophie Scemla frequently assists domestic and international clients with the implementation of anti-corruption compliance programmes in line with Sapin II, with additional experience in compliance audits led by the French Anti-Corruption Agency. Scemla leads the ’efficient and knowledgeable’ team alongside Bruno Quentin, who advises in anti-corruption mandates, and Jean-Philippe Pons-Henry.
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Testimonials
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‘The team is efficient and knowledgeable of compliance issues, both from a practical perspective and from a more technical and legal perspective due to their knowledge and mastery of criminal law and business criminal law.’
‘Sophie Scemla and Diane Paillot de Montabert are talented lawyers whose analyses are fine and incisive.’
‘The team is available and accessible.’
‘The team is excellent. Operational and available.’
‘Sophie Scemla has a team of collaborators around her that she helps grow and promote. Sophie knows how to make herself available and call on internal experts from other fields if necessary.’
‘A very competent and available team.’
‘The team has good expertise in compliance matters. They are also pragmatic and provide very good advice.’
‘Sophie Scemla is a very good professional, expert and pragmatic. She knows anti-corruption issues perfectly.’
Key clients
- Mediterranean Shipping Company
- Doris Group
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Sophie Scemla; Bruno Quentin; Jean-Philippe Pons-Henry
Other key lawyers
Diane Paillot de Montabert