A&O Shearman
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A&O Shearman brings extensive expertise to a wide array of employment matters, from high stakes restructuring plans to sensitive investigations and collective disputes. The group also guides clients through HR challenges that carry significant public, commercial or reputational stakes, including crisis-driven scenarios and whistleblowing matters. The practice is headed by Claire Toumieux,who is recognised for supporting companies through complex restructurings and collective negotiations. Olivier Picquerey is also recommended for collective project management and collective litigation.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Always high quality advice on complex topics. They explain French law aspects very clearly. Could not recommend the team in Paris highly enough.’
- ‘A pragmatic approach that considers both the legal framework and the realities on the ground and social issues, making the firm an excellent operational advisor. Very broad and in-depth expertise, including on governance matters. Excellent knowledge of the context and stakeholders. Highly aware of current legal developments, policies, and general legal trends.’
Key clients
- Wanhua
- EDP
Work highlights
Advised Wanhua and its Hungarian subsidiary BorsodChem on the successful bidding process before the Lyon commercial court to acquire, out of insolvency, the Tolonate business of Vencorex, a French chemical company.