Cohen & Gresser LLP offers expertise across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters, with particular strength in strategic operations, due diligence, compliance, whistleblowing issues, top-management matters and reorganisations. Practice head Angéline Duffour advises on mergers and acquisitions, restructurings and job-protection plans. Saruji Sambukumaran provides notable day-to-day support on employment contracts, restrictive covenants, terminations, as well as pre-litigation negotiations and settlement agreements.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Angéline and Johannes are always very relevant and precise. It is always a pleasure to work with them.’
  • ‘A well-structured firm with genuine expertise in employment litigation and strong negotiation skills. They offer sound advice for defusing conflicts and providing support throughout the process.’
  • ‘Angéline Duffour has excellent client communication skills, a good understanding of business issues, and excellent negotiation and labor court risk assessment skills. She is always available in case of emergency.’
  • ‘Angéline is exceptional. She demonstrates great availability and is proactive in complex cases. Her technical knowledge is formidable, and she knows how to find practical solutions in short timeframes.’
  • ‘Exceptional listening skills and understanding of complex organisational situations. Always proactive in proposing solutions. Excellent legal and employment law advice. Exceptional availability and responsiveness. For me, the Cohen Gresser firm remains the best in employment law. A benchmark. Excellent quality of service.’

Key clients

  • LVMH
  • Siemens Healthineers
  • Bertelsmann Music Group
  • Costar Group
  • Deutsch Bahn
  • Fabulous Hotels Group
  • Eiffel Investment Group
  • Ritz Group
  • LCP AN
  • Compagnie Lebon
  • Thales - Ercom

Work highlights

Advised an International Group regarding the implementation of a voluntary departure plan.
Advised an International Group regarding the implementation of a job protection plan.
Practice head

Angéline Duffour; Saruji Sambukumaran