ADVANT Altana offers significant experience in the automotive and transport industries and is particularly well versed in handling industrial accidents, with the team frequently acting in proceedings with regulatory authorities and law enforcement authorities such as AFA and AMF. Geared to act for both offenders and victims, the practice is co-headed by the highly regarded Philippe Goossens and Gildas Robert, and is also recognised for its proficiency in dawn raids.
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Testimonials
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- 'Availability, expertise, agility'.
- 'Consultative approach, responsiveness, quality of the teams.'
- 'The team has a thorough understanding of the client's business and the geopolitical and local constraints that affect their contracts and disputes.'
- ‘The white-collar crime team at Advant Altana stands out for its pragmatic approach and its technical knowledge of its clients' activities. Their availability and close client relationships are a significant advantage given their specialisation.'
- 'Gildas Robert is a partner who combines a perfect mastery of criminal law and procedure with a deep understanding of business. He is an indispensable partner and ally'.
- ‘Mastery of criminal law combined with a strong understanding of business law'
Key clients
- Renault
- Schindler
- Vinci
- Systra
- Bouygues
- Bouygues Telecom
- Samsung
Work highlights
Representing Renault in the trial related to the so-called “affaire des faux espions”.
Representing Renault in the criminal proceedings related to an alleged fraud concerning motors.
Representing a manager of a transportation company multinational in an international corruption case.
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Practice head
Philippe Goossens; Gildas Robert