CMS Francis Lefebvre has a full-service construction offering, covering the gamut of matters required by a construction project. A diverse range of clients seek the team's support in strategic planning and investment structuring, contractual matters, leasing and contractors’ liability issues. Benjamin Bill has extensive expertise in transactional real estate and construction. Florence Chérel has experience in real estate and public law. Other key names include Aline Divo and Céline Cloché-Dubois.
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Testimonials
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- 'Availability, teaching skills, understanding of their clients' problems.’
- ‘Solid experience in the solar sector in France. CMS is able to reassure lenders and their expertise carries weight in convincing investors to move forward even in unusual / specific situations thanks to the strong credibility of their experience.’
- ‘Céline Cloche-Dubois is an outstanding partner. She is a trusted partner and advisor.’
- ‘For me, the most important thing is that the team knows how to respond to the requests of clients accustomed to the English legal system. Clients demand a quick and businesslike response, and CMS provides a service commensurate with that.’
- ‘The team is highly qualified and particularly responsive and available, which is a key asset and makes the difference between firms that practice construction law.’
- ‘Aline Divo is a brilliant lawyer. She provides high-quality services perfectly tailored to her clients' needs.'
Key clients
- Aurelis
- MEAG
- Warehouse de Pauw
- UBS
- Deka Immobilien
- Crédit Suisse
- BNP Paribas
- Atenor
- DEVK
- Franklin Templeton
- Munich RE
- Savills
Work highlights
Assisting LVMH in negotiating and finalising the construction contracts for a luxury research facility construction.
Representing BNP Paribas in defending against a preliminary injunction proceeding initiated by an adjacent property owner.
Assisting Ruby Hotels with several construction projects, helping address construction defects and providing guidance on remedial solutions.
Practice head
Benjamin Bill; Florence Chérel; Aline Divo; Céline Cloché-Dubois