The Baker McKenzie employment team leverages the firm’s global network to handle complex, multi-jurisdictional matters for an international client base. The practice advises on individual and collective labour relations, as well as the employment implications of strategic transactions. The team is led by Olivier Vasset, who is recognised for his expertise in large-scale redundancies and employee benefits.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The best employment law team in Paris I've ever worked with. Their advice is very pragmatic. They are always looking for relevant solutions for the client.’
- ‘The team is very responsive and dedicated to providing consistently clear and sound advice and has been a trusted partner for many years. There is good synergy among its members, with mutual listening that fosters collaboration, regularly leading to a comprehensive analysis of the various facets of the issues addressed.’
- ‘I appreciate collaborating with Maitre Jérémie Paubel. His availability, responsiveness, and decisive stance are valuable assets in our exchanges. Alexandre Latte has excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of theory and practice.’
- ‘Practical advice given through complex project, observing the business' needs to the fullest extent possible. Attention to details, keeping eye on the progress.’
- ‘The team is flexible and responsive, commercial and pragmatic. They develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients. ’
- ‘Nadege Dallais is very professional and leads the department strongly. Lucille Vallet is professional, takes time to understand the client's needs and priorities, and willing to go the extra mile to support the client.’
Key clients
- ACCOR
- BD Group (Becton Dickinson)
- Cartonplast
- Computer Task Group
- Crédit Agricole
- Emerson
- KKR
- Safran
- SAP
- Schülke & Mayr GmbH (Air Liquide)
- ServiceNow
- Servier
Work highlights
Advised Lyft Inc. on the acquisition of its European competitor Freenow from BMW Group and Mercedes-Benz Mobility for approximately €175m.
Practice head
Olivier Vasset
Other key lawyers
Jérémie Paube; Nadege Dallais; Lucille Vallet; Alexandre Latte