Baker McKenzie fields a diverse practice which covers all aspects of competition and distribution law, acting for blue-chip French and international companies across sectors such as banking, consumer goods, food, retail and energy. The team is particularly well regarded for its ability to handle every stage of sensitive cartel and abuse of dominance cases, from dawn raids through to investigations and subsequent litigation, while other areas of strength include complex merger control at French and European levels and distribution matters.Léna Sersiron leads the team, while Olivia Chriqui-Guiot is also noted.
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Testimonials
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- 'Léna Sersiron is pragmatic and has extensive experience in antitrust matters.'
- 'A major asset is the global network of Baker McKenzie, which is helpful in multi-jurisdictional matters. Olivia Chriqui-Guiot is a very good addition to the team at the partner level. She has a very calm and clear manner, which we appreciate.'
- 'The strengths of this team are as follows: availability, responsiveness, pragmatism, excellent knowledge of the company's challenges and extensive expertise in the field.'
- 'Léna Sersiron is a very dynamic and pragmatic lawyer, always guided by the search for the most effective solution for her clients.'
- 'Olivia Chriqui-Guiot has been an outstanding advisor with a contagious enthusiasm as well as a sound business understanding and broad legal knowledge.'
- 'Client and solution-focused, pragmatic. High degree of expertise and experience, and technical legal skills. Very easy to work with. Have introduced innovation in conducting discovery exercises, including the use of AI, which has been very effective and reduced time and cost.'
Key clients
- Adient
- Alimak Group AB
- Avis Budget
- CGI
- CNIEL
- Crédit Agricole
- Dalkia
- Demeco
- Domino’s Pizza
- EDF
- Embracer
- Fédération Nationale de la Production des Semences de Maïs et de Sorgho
Work highlights
Representing Medi-Services in its appeal before the Paris Court of Appeal.
Advising EDF and Generali on the acquisition of joint control over Parcolog and the underlying real estate assets it holds directly and indirectly.
Assisting Spectrum Brands in reaching a settlement with the French Competition Authority.
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.
Practice head
Léna Sersiron
Other key lawyers
Olivia Chriqui-Guiot; Céline Mouraud; Elodie Massin