Boutique firm Pamina Avocats offer services to international clients in the art market, particularly with auction houses. This practice is lead by former legal counsel to the French Prime Minister’s office Rémi Sermier , who advises galleries and artists on a range of matters, particularly on disputes related to auction sales
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- ‘I work with Remi Sermier, whom I consider to be a 'go-to' art and intellectual property lawyer in France. He is very knowledgeable, super-responsive and diligent, and a hard worker. He is also extremely pleasant, while still being firm and confident.’
- ‘Remi is an absolute gentleman and scholar - he has worked on major art matters implicating almost every imaginable key issue and provides tailored, practical advice with a calm manner and a smile.’
- ‘Pamina Avocats is a go-to group for legal matters touching on the art industry in France, given Remi Sermier's background working with auction houses, arts-and-culture nonprofits, and other high profile players; the firm also brings significant tax expertise and litigation capability/resources. ’
- ‘They have a real understanding of the art market and the legal issues it faces. They are also prompt to respond to queries.’
Key clients
- Sotheby’s
- Wildenstein Plattner Institute
- Palais de Tokyo
- Musée des Arts Décoratifs
- Gurr Johns
Work highlights
Advised Gurr Johns on setting up its French subsidiary and developing its business in France.
Advised Sotheby’s as plaintiff in the criminal proceedings relating to the sale of forged 18th century furniture by Bill Pallot, notably to the Château de Versailles.
Advising the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, the Paris museum dedicated to design and furniture whose showrooms are located in a wing of the Louvre, on some of their contractual relationships.
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Practice head
Rémi Sermier