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August Debouzy Advises Menix Group on the Sale of Global D to Naxicap Partners
The law firm August Debouzy advised the Menix Group on the sale of its subsidiary Global D, specializing in dental implantology, to Naxicap Partners. This strategic transaction aims for significant growth over the next five years through a buy-and-build strategy, industrial innovations, and international expansion. August Debouzy’s multidisciplinary team, led…
CSRD: Heading towards the adoption of ESRS and a potential increase in the thresholds of the accounting directive
On July 31, 2023, the European Commission adopted a delegated regulation "complementing Directive 2013/34/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council
August Debouzy Assists Arverne Group in Its Successful Move to Euronext Paris’ Main Market
August Debouzy has advised Arverne Group on its offer to the public of existing shares, enabling the transfer of listing of the company’s securities from the professional segment to the general segment of Euronext Paris.
Dismissal for Gross Misconduct in France: What Happens if the Date of the Misconduct is Missing?
The process of dismissing an employee for gross misconduct in France is highly regulated, requiring employers to follow specific procedures to avoid legal challenges. Among these, sending a detailed letter of dismissal is a critical step. This letter must clearly outline the reasons for dismissal, as any additional reasons or…
August Debouzy assists Alteo Holding in the strategic takeover of Niche Fused Alumina
August Debouzy is proud to announce that we have advised Alteo Holding in its strategic takeover of Niche Fused Alumina. This transaction, approved by the Chambéry Commercial Court as part of a broader disposal plan, will enable Alteo Holding to enhance its industrial operations and expand into high-growth sectors, including…
GDPR Breaches, Unfair Competition, and Health Data: The CJEU Weighs In
In a judgment dated October 4, 2024 , the Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU”) stated that the provisions of the GDPR do not prevent a national regulation (in this case, German) from allowing competitors of a company that has violated the GDPR to bring an action before…
GDPR and AI: A Case Study of Extraterritorial GDPR Application with Clearview AI Decisions
By three decisions issued by the Italian, French, and Dutch data protection authorities, Clearview AI has been sanctioned for numerous violations of the GDPR. Beyond the violations committed by the company, these decisions illustrate the broad extraterritorial scope of the GDPR, which applies to a company that (i) has no…
August Debouzy Advises Valorem’s Founders and Historical Shareholders on Capital Restructuring
August Debouzy, alongside PWC Société d’Avocats Bordeaux, is advising the majority shareholders of Valorem, a leading player in renewable energy in France, in exclusive negotiations with AIP Management and IDIA, the private equity arm of Crédit Agricole. The talks concern the sale of 3i Infrastructure’s minority stake. As part of…
August Debouzy advises Argos Wityu on the acquisition of Groupe Routin, a French producer of premium syrups and ingredients for creative beverages
August Debouzy is pleased to announce that it has advised Argos Wityu on the acquisition of a majority stake in Groupe Routin, a leading French producer of premium syrups and ingredients for creative beverages. This transaction represents the first investment in France by Argos Climate Action, Argos Wityu’s environmental buy-out…
1st decisions on the merits issued by the UPC Central Division (2/2): key findings from the CD Paris decisions of 19 and 29 July
On 19 July, we published the first part of our study on the assessment of inventive step by the UPC Central Division. On the same day, the Central Division
August Debouzy Expands International Reach with Launch of Spanish & Lusophone Desk
August Debouzy expands its global footprint with the launch of its Spanish & Lusophone Desk, a dedicated team providing expert legal counsel to clients from Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries with business interests in France. Building on the strength of the firm’s Paris and Brussels offices, as well as its established…
1st decisions on the merits issued by the UPC Central Division (1/2): what does the UPC say about the assessment of inventive step compared to the EPO?
Since the entry into force of the Unified Patent Court (UPC), one of the burning questions that practitioners have in mind is whether the UPC will apply the problem-solution approach of the European Patent Office (EPO) in its assessment of the inventive step. While it is still too early to…