Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP‘s competition practice strikes a balance between transactional and contentious matters. The team’s impressive recent caseload includes representing clients in high-profile investigations by the FCA, as well as in litigation before the French and European courts. In addition, the team is highly active in handling complex merger control cases, FDI filings and state aid matters. Eric Paroche leads the team, acting for clients in sectors ranging from telecoms, defence and aviation to energy, tech and consumer products. Victor Levy is also a key name.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team led by Eric Paroche are exceptional due to their technical expertise, the relevance of their advice, their knowledge of institutions, and the friendliness they exude. Using this team means you can be sure of a job well done and well-managed projects, in a calm and relaxed working environment.'
- 'Eric Paroche and Victor Levy are lawyers who deserve to be recommended.'
- 'Eric Paroche and his team have strong antitrust credentials. They deliver practical advice on complex issues in both domestic and global transactions.'
- 'Eric Paroche and Céline Verney both have an excellent grasp of antitrust issues and merger processes. They have strong drafting skills and are able to hone in on the difficult issues and deliver excellent advice and supporting arguments. They are both very collaborative in their approach.'
- 'The Hogan Lovells competition team stands out for its responsiveness, availability and knowledge of its clients.'
- 'Eric Paroche and Victor Levy's expertise in EU law and their highly business-oriented approach set them apart. They are a particularly responsive team who understand clients' issues while taking into account the industry sector and the constraints specific to their business.'
Key clients
- ADP
- Assystem
- Akiolis
- Amazon
- Andera Partners
- Ardian
- Argos Wityu
- Béton Solutions Mobiles
- Bridgepoint
- Bureau Veritas
- Chequers Capital
- Chevrillon
Work highlights
Obtained the full dismissal of charges against the engineering group Assystem in the French Competition Authority’s proceedings against no-poach agreements between engineering companies forming consortiums to address industrial clients’ major calls for bids.
Obtained the full dismissal of charges against Akiolis and Tessenderlo in the French Competition Authority’s proceedings in the rendering sector.
Represented Amazon in a €800m antitrust dispute against Canal+ and beIN before the Paris Court of Appeals.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Eric Paroche
Other key lawyers
Victor Levy; Céline Verney