Headed by the experienced Laurent Martinet , Paul Hastings LLP 's practice shows great versatility in its ability to handle a high diversity of cases spanning banking, product liability, industrial accidents, corporate and regulatory disputes. The practice acts for major industrial companies as well as investment funds and SMEs. It is able to handle complex international matters as well, notably representing Lebanese banks before French courts in high-stake disputes linked to the Lebanese financial crisis. The practice also handles some commercial litigation. The team also includes of counselVincent Rouer and associate Hélène Lenoury .
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Testimonials
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‘Laurent Martinet's team is able to handle cases of great legal complexity and develop strategies that are both effective and ingenious, based on a thorough analysis of the issues and in perfect harmony with the client's objectives. It also has a great ability to appropriate foreign legal systems, particularly that of Lebanon. The team is available and acts quickly and efficiently while maintaining a keen sense of priorities. In summary, Paul Hastings' litigation team provides a high-quality legal service and is distinguished by its total commitment to client service.'
‘Laurent Martinet, Vincent Rouer and Hélène Lenoury offer a service of impeccable quality, demonstrating exemplary responsiveness to customer requests. Always available, they anticipate and take care of needs with great attention.’
Key clients
- Astorg
- Bayer
Work highlights
Represented EQT in a shareholder and regulatory dispute concerning a €1.5 billion acquisition and tender offer for a France-based listed company before the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) and the Paris Court of Appeal.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Laurent Martinet
Other key lawyers
Vincent Rouer; Hélène Lenoury