Regarded as ‘top experts in their field’, the team at Rigaud Avocats harnesses a complementary and cross-functional team to advise private and pubic sector clients on a range of payroll law, compensation and employee benefits matters. The team is jointly led by David Rigaud, considered ’an absolute master in his field’; Pascale Baron advises clients on developing employee and executive compensation schemes, as well as assisting in global dispute resolution; Amélie Wazir-Leparquier harnesses expertise in URSSAF social security audits; and the ‘excellent’ Xavier Pignaud assists companies in social security and compensation strategies. Marie de la Gastine and Elisabeth Baron departed the firm in June 2024.
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‘Amélie Wazir Leparquier: very good knowledge of her profession and our environment and specialist in URSSAF issues in our field. Very pleasant and available lawyer.'
‘A close-knit and complementary team, expert in supplementary social protection, who have been able to develop local practices in favor of policyholders. Reliable and passionate.'
‘Top experts in their field. Exceptional ability to solve complex problems with innovative solutions. Remarkable quality of service, with particular attention to supporting the customer throughout the process.'
‘David Rigaud is undoubtedly an absolute master in his field. His expertise, his mastery of files and his power of reflection place him above his peers. I had the opportunity to work with Pascale Baron, who distinguished herself by her excellence, her efficiency as well as her rigor.'
‘Team of experts, both very competent and very friendly.'
‘Xavier Pignaud: his knowledge of our sector of activity, the quality of his response and his availability makes him excellent partners.'
‘Pascale Baron brings her advanced skills in employment law. She perfectly understands her client's constraints and knows how to adapt to them in order to perfectly meet their needs.'
'The team is reliable, very competent and responsive with the ability to find solutions in the event of a blockage. '
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Social security: compensation and benefits
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Amélie Wazir-Leparquier
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David Rigaud; Pascale Baron; Xavier Pignaud; Amélie Wazir Leparquier