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excerpt: "Turning European law into a strategic advantage The European Union continuously produces new regulations that reshape business models, govern innovation, and set unprecedented standards. We assist companies, investment funds, and institutions in navigating this ongoing transformation. In Paris and Brussels,..."
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## Turning European law into *a strategic advantage*

The European Union continuously produces new regulations that reshape business models, govern innovation, and set unprecedented standards. We assist companies, investment funds, and institutions in navigating this ongoing transformation.

In Paris and Brussels, our teams combine legal expertise, institutional experience, and litigation practice to anticipate developments, secure decisions, and safeguard our clients’ interests. Every matter calls for an in-depth understanding of regulatory processes, an ability to engage with authorities, and a strategic grasp of sector-specific challenges.

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We advise executives, investors, listed companies, and public actors operating in a complex and constantly evolving regulatory landscape. Our approach turns European compliance requirements into drivers of differentiation and long-term performance.

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### (01) Competition and State Aid

We represent clients in European Commission investigations, structure merger notifications, and advise on public aid regimes. Each case requires detailed market analysis, anticipation of procedural risks, and the construction of robust legal and economic arguments. We support companies and public authorities in designing and defending support measures and represent them before EU courts to protect their competitive positions.

### (02) Digital Regulation and Data Protection

We help businesses integrate DSA, DMA, and GDPR requirements into their operational models. Our approach combines regulatory compliance, data governance, and system security. We advise publishers, platforms, and operators on content management, algorithmic moderation, cross-border data transfers, and engagement with supervisory authorities. Each project draws on technical expertise and a deep understanding of institutional dynamics to ensure the resilience and sustainability of digital activities.

### (03) Energy Transition and Sustainable Finance

We assist energy players, industrial groups, and financial institutions in implementing the Green Deal and EU taxonomy. We structure investment projects, assess ESG criteria, and secure green financing mechanisms. Our goal is to transform climate policy into tangible levers for responsible growth. We advise on non-financial reporting obligations, carbon adjustment mechanisms, and decarbonization strategies to align economic performance with environmental ambition.

### (04) European Public Affairs

We help clients understand EU decision-making processes and align their projects with a stable and predictable regulatory framework. Leveraging our institutional expertise, we prepare sound legal positions that inform policy debates and strengthen the credibility of industrial, technological, or financial initiatives. We act upstream of reforms to anticipate their impact, assess regulatory options, and design influence strategies built on expertise and legitimacy.

### (05) International Trade and Sanctions

We advise companies and institutions on EU export controls, embargoes, and restrictive measures. We analyze trade flows, secure cross-border operations, and develop compliance programs. Our approach integrates legal, economic, and geopolitical dimensions to ensure the continuity of international operations. We also represent clients in disputes arising from trade restrictions and asset freezes.

### (06) European Labor Law and Mobility

We assist multinational groups in applying European labor law, managing secondments, and coordinating social security regimes. We structure intra-European mobility policies, advise on social directives, and secure cross-border reorganizations. Each case requires a nuanced understanding of national laws, anticipation of litigation risks, and the ability to balance organizational flexibility, regulatory compliance, and talent retention.

### (07) EU Litigation

We represent clients before the General Court and the Court of Justice of the European Union, as well as before national courts dealing with EU-related disputes. Our litigation strategies combine procedural precision, mastery of substantive law, and awareness of the political and economic context of each case. Every matter demands a tailored approach, close coordination with internal teams, and unwavering rigor and responsiveness in argumentation.

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