Jones Day’s recent caseload encompasses property development, litigation, and transactions. Commended as ‘legally sharp’, practice head Erwan Le Douce-Bercot is particularly proficient in commercial leasing. Flavia Poujade is active in the hotel, office, and warehouse sectors, while Carol Khoury is experienced in sale and leaseback transactions. Other key members of the practice include Solène Maulard, who is well informed regarding real estate investments.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team provides excellent service, great technical expertise, creativity even under urgent circumstances, and the ability to handle both concrete technical subjects and abstract legal principles.’
- ‘A competent, dynamic team that is always attentive to customer needs.’
- ‘High efficiency, precision, a dealmaking spirit, and transparency in invoicing make the team stand out.’
- ‘Flavia Poujade particularly stands out for her sympathy, dynamism, and the clarity of her advice, making her highly effective.’
- ‘Adaptability, availability, and rigour define Erwan Le Douce-Bercot’s team.’
- ‘Erwan Le Douce-Bercot is not only very precise and legally sharp but also has a calming and reassuring personality for the client. He avoids creating unnecessary stress or problems to justify his intervention and often recommends not pursuing futile disputes. This approach is particularly appreciated in a period of limited consulting fees.’
- ‘Solène Maulard is an excellent specialist in real estate law, proactive, and a true business partner. An undeniable asset.’
- ‘Erwan Le Douce-Bercot and Solène Maulard delivered precise documents for a project that underwent multiple modifications. Their adaptability and fluid exchanges were highly appreciated by the operational teams, ensuring that all essential operational questions were addressed to produce a perfectly tailored solution.’
Key clients
- AGC Equity Partners
- Casino Guichard Perrachon
- Crossbay France
- Framatome SAS
- Goldman Sachs
- Heart of La Défense
- La Française
- MARK Capital Management Limited
- Catalyst Capital
- Amundi
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Practice head
Erwan Le Douce-Bercot
Other key lawyers
Flavia Poujade; Carol Khoury; Solène Maulard