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Eric Paroche

Eric Paroche

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Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP

Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP

France

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EU, competition and distribution

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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Phone
+33 1 53 67 18 07
Email
[email protected]
Profile
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Profile

Work Department
Antitrust, Competition and Economic Regulation
Position

Partner

Career

Eric Paroche leads the Paris office's Antitrust, Competition and Economic Regulation practice. Through his past experience at the European Commission and his diverse practice in many industry sectors, Eric looks at issues from all angles and puts forward workable solutions.

He provides strategic advice to companies on managing merger and foreign investment control constraints and assists them in their filings with the European Commission, the French Competition Authority, the French Ministry for Economy and other authorities worldwide.

Eric represents companies in antitrust proceedings before the European Commission, the French Competition Authority, and the European and French Courts.

Clients also benefit from his strong experience in public procurement and State aids.

Languages
English, French
Memberships
Association des Avocats Pratiquant le Droit de la concurrence (APDC) Association Française d'Etude de la Concurrence French Antitrust Commission of the International Chamber of Commerce
Education

Master, College of Europe, 2001; Master, Assas University, 2000; Sciences Po, 1998

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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.' 'Availability and knowledge of our profession. Practical and pragmatic spirit.' 'Victor Levy - responsive, pragmatic and practical.'

Key clients

  • ADP Assystem Akiolis Amazon Andera Partners Ardian Argos Wityu Béton Solutions Mobiles Bridgepoint Bureau Veritas Chequers Capital Chevrillon DCC EDF Equinor Hivest Capital Partners IDI ISAI Partners MBDA Rexel TDF Tikehau TowerBrook Capital Partners Vauban Veolia

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.