‘Loïc Touranchet is not just skilled in employment law, he’s a strategist who offers pragmatic solutions that go beyond the usual advice. He understands the company, the realities on the ground, the challenges, and he adapts to them, all while sharing the risks associated with the options he proposes. Loïc Touranchet is a true partner, more than just an adviser.’

‘Listening, adapting, and providing practical advice tailored to the company’s challenges. Responsiveness and respect for deadlines. High-quality consulting support.’

‘Actance’s teams collaborated very effectively with internal teams across HR, corporate, legal, finance, and operational functions. Actance’s teams are recognised for their strong expertise, pragmatic advice, and business acumen.’

‘Actance’s teams foster a relationship of trust, and communication is seamless. They demonstrate exceptional responsiveness and availability, enabling them to handle emergencies efficiently.’

‘The team demonstrates a truly pragmatic approach to consulting. Rather than simply providing traditional legal support, they act as genuine partners, seeking concrete solutions tailored to each client’s specific situation. What sets them apart is both their educational approach and the quality of the collaborative relationships they build hand in hand with their clients.’

‘I collaborate with Mathias Joste, who has a real talent for simplifying complex situations and finding clear solutions. I particularly appreciate his ability to analyse the issues while maintaining a pragmatic approach, always with the company’s best interests at heart. His hands-on perspective and very practical way of addressing topics make all the difference.’

‘A coordinated team always available to meet customer expectations, outstanding customer service, and sound, pragmatic advice for operational situations encountered.’

‘The team is expert in employment law and readily available on large and complex matters. The firm also facilitates access to expertise in areas other than employment law when needed for a specific transaction.’

‘Laure Hosni and Virginie Devos are excellent lawyers. Very available, very responsive and always looking for solutions. They have a very good understanding of the cases they handle. Excellent collaboration and trust.’

‘The entire team is highly professional in every interaction.’

‘An efficient team, quick to execute, with extensive knowledge of employment law and the latest case law. The topics of the various roundtables and newsletters are aligned with current events. For example, the impacts of artificial intelligence.’

‘Virginie Devos brings leadership and expertise in all areas, including litigation, transformation plans, and demerger.’

‘The team I’m in contact with stands out for its responsiveness, availability and close working relationship. Their follow-up is rigorous and personalised, which allows for the establishment of a lasting and seamless relationship of trust.

‘Extremely fast and responsive, even at the highest level. Always finds innovative solutions and approaches to problems.’

‘The firm distinguishes itself through its profound expertise in the field, its recognised experience, and its in-depth knowledge of the market as well as the political and social environment. These elements enabled it to adopt a concrete approach to assess the legal and practical risks of each decision and to anticipate the unions’ reaction.’

‘The firm adopts a highly pragmatic approach to issues, while striving to best reconcile business imperatives, sometimes conflicting, particularly regarding the complexity of legal communication. It possesses the expertise, resources and capacity to manage complex cases, as was the case with the two large-scale restructurings (affecting 1,400 employees, or 30% of the workforce) on which it advised us.’

‘The firm perfectly grasped the complexity of our organisation and the highly regulated banking environment. They took the necessary time to understand these issues before proposing solutions, always ensuring that their impact on the organisation was integrated, particularly in terms of network reorganisation.’

‘Potential clients should know that with Bredin Prat they are getting deep subject expertise and a truly collaborative approach to working.’

‘For me, the defining characteristics of this team is its in-depth mastery of employment law, but also of tax law, business law, insurance law and financial markets law. In all these areas, I have been able to obtain answers to complex legal questions. This advantage over their competitors allows them to anticipate the overall legal implications and offer comprehensive solutions, giving us, the clients, a truly « all-in-one » approach.’

‘Pierre Bonneau was my primary contact on the various projects I entrusted to the firm. A true professional, equally at ease in international (Brazil, UK, US) and national contexts, he consistently offered tailored solutions to the challenges encountered, carefully analysing the situation in its entirety to provide the most appropriate response. His empathy and listening skills are simply exceptional. A skilled negotiator, he sees every case through firmly but without ever resorting to confrontation.’

‘A very dedicated and responsive team, with a thorough understanding of our company.’

‘We work with Maître Bonneau and Maître Dintzner in particular, they know the specifics of the House very well, are very easy to reach, and we appreciate their advice and the relationship of trust we have established.’

‘Ghislain Dintzner has the ability to simplify legal matters to make them accessible to his interlocutor, to adapt to the pace of his audience.’

‘Charlotte Guirlet is an exceptional lawyer. Her advice has a real impact on strategic decision-making within our organisation. She is the only employment lawyer we know who can do that.’

‘Extensive knowledge of market practices and case law. Enhanced expertise linked to a proven track record.’

‘Excellent responsiveness and availability. Relevant advice and attentive to clients.’

‘An experienced multidisciplinary team with lawyers specialising in each area. A highly responsive team that is close to the client. The firm’s and the lawyer’s long history reflects solid experience. Excellent communication with clear explanations and attentive listening. Regular progress meetings are held. The lawyer strives to simplify complex legal concepts.’

‘A strong relationship of trust, which is essential. I feel understood and supported.’

‘Responsive, dynamic and pragmatic in the solutions proposed.’

‘David Jonin knows how to manage urgency and complexity with great skill and composure. His international profile is quite impressive for us, given our international work. He has a knack for simplifying very complex problems. His team, whose great diversity is a real asset, seems to appreciate him greatly, and this cohesion is evident in the way they handle cases.’

‘We are currently working with David Jonin on a litigation case that could impact the company’s operations. The inventiveness of the proposed solutions, based on solid legal arguments, has led the other party to completely reconsider its position.’

‘Gide’s employment law team stands out for its responsiveness, pragmatism, in-depth knowledge and excellent understanding of business challenges. They have a thorough understanding of our organisation, enabling them to provide tailored and effective advice in a very short timeframe.’

‘I had the opportunity to work with David Jonin, with whom I have handled various cases over many years. He has a good capacity for adaptation, is highly responsive, and has excellent listening skills. He knows how to secure the support of collaborators and colleagues to provide a comprehensive solution to a problem.’

‘Clearly Guillaume Navarro excels in all his cases. His business approach and his sense of interaction with clients make him an outstanding professional.’

‘Jean Marc Abiol is calm and has repeatedly demonstrated an ability to act swiftly and decisively without compromising quality. ’

‘The team we work with is very responsive and offers solutions to our problems.’

‘The team is complementary, with each member bringing their own area of expertise, and they readily call upon other internal resources to supplement their research when necessary.’

‘This is an extremely professional team. Highly responsive and readily available, with extensive experience that allows them to provide clients with invaluable strategic advice. Furthermore, Stéphane Bloc possesses unparalleled expertise in social issues related to public institutions.’

‘Stéphane Bloch is, for us, the industry benchmark. We consistently work with him for major clients.’

‘CWA’s teams demonstrate extensive expertise in employment law, both collective and individual. They stand out from most of their competitors through their ability to understand their clients’ issues and expectations, and through their commitment to providing positive and innovative answers to their questions.’

‘Jérôme Watrelot is one of the most experienced lawyers in the Paris labour law market, particularly in supporting restructurings. He knows how to propose solutions that allow objectives to be achieved while avoiding undue legal risks. Elisabeth Graujeman has an extremely broad spectrum of expertise, ranging from labour law to social security law, in both collective and individual cases. She combines a very high level of understanding of people and situations with an exceptional capacity for work.’

‘CWA maintains its position as an expert in employment law. The quality of its advice and analysis remains consistently high. Its additional support offerings, such as webinars and newsletters, are a real asset.’

‘In my opinion, CWA’s consulting team is the most robust on the market today. Their availability is unparalleled. They offer innovative and reassuring advice, driven by a strong service ethic and a pragmatic, results-oriented approach.’

‘The opinions and documents, even on complex subjects, are always of excellent quality. They provide good support for training our teams. The team is at the forefront of case law.’

‘The employment law team at DLA Piper France stands out for its resolutely business-oriented approach, which goes far beyond the traditional legal framework. Their ability to formulate pragmatic advice, tailored to the operational and strategic challenges of our company, is a major asset.’

‘The team distinguishes itself by its ability to combine operational efficiency, legal rigour, and a keen understanding of business issues. It provides relevant and effective solutions to complex, often sensitive cases, offering concrete solutions tailored to the company’s specific context.’

‘The employment law team at DLA Piper France is among the most reliable for handling cases with significant social implications. The partner’s experience in employment law, combined with the technical expertise of the associates, gives the team a real capacity to manage complex issues.’

‘We have been collaborating with partner Philippe Danesi for several years with great satisfaction. He embodies high-level legal expertise, enriched by a keen understanding of business and social issues. His energy, determination, and results-oriented approach are major assets, particularly valuable in handling complex or sensitive cases, especially in litigation.’

‘After several years of collaboration, the team continues to demonstrate remarkable perseverance and unwavering commitment. Their enthusiasm for cases, their drive to succeed, and their dedication have never wavered, reflecting exemplary professionalism and motivation.

‘In terms of innovation, DLA Piper France is particularly open and proactive. Their combination of legal rigour, business acumen, innovation, and perseverance makes them a leading partner.’

‘This practice stands out for its hands-on approach and the close involvement of the partners throughout the engagement.’

‘Gwen Senlanne stands out for his deep technical expertise, strong dedication, and consistently high-quality work. Well experienced in French labour law in connection with M&A.’

‘Gwen Selanne is very responsive and solution-oriented.’

‘The Freshfields team has consistently demonstrated exceptional collaboration, combining a strong service orientation, efficiency and flexibility to address our various challenges, both simple and complex. All of this is achieved within a highly cordial atmosphere among the teams.’

‘A responsive team even under very tight deadlines. A team that knows how to balance legal safeguards in its advice with practical solutions tailored to the company’s environment. A team that quickly adapts to the sector and the company’s operations to provide legally sound advice, with concrete examples of implementation, adapted to the company’s specific challenges. A team that understands the company’s stakes when handling collective cases. In my opinion, the employment law team is among the top-ranked firms.’

‘I highly recommend Sarah Sagar for her responsiveness, attentiveness and understanding of the challenges of the cases entrusted to them.’

‘Our contacts have excellent knowledge of the regulations and strategies required to successfully complete our projects.’

‘Exceptionally available and know our company’s key contacts. Their commitment is unwavering. They are adept at adapting their advice to the evolving business environment and do not adopt a purely risk-averse approach.’

‘Excellent availability and extensive knowledge of our industry, in addition to outstanding professional skills.’

‘I’ve worked with Cyrille Franco for many years. He has a practical approach to law and a perfect understanding of HR issues.’

‘The Hogan employment team has it all as corporate advisor, a perfect mix of in-dept knowledge, ability to translate into corporate needs and short-term response time. ’

‘Marion Guertault’s command of the employment intricacies and requirements are outstanding. However, her collaboration and partnership, in listening and understanding the practical needs of our business and the pathway to achieve a successful outcome is what sets Marion and her team apart.’

‘What makes Marion Guertault stand out is that she understands cultural differences, the unique challenges of working in a multi-national company and how to best approach certain legal employment challenges. She knows the French law inside and out. Marion is open to feedback, she is incredibly collaborative, responsive and is a pleasure to work with, even on challenging matters.’

‘It is a highly skilled team that possesses the ability to effectively and swiftly understand and capture the specific needs and requirements of the client. They excel in empathising with clients, ensuring that they feel heard and understood, while diligently seeking the most efficient and effective alternatives to address their legal challenges.’

‘Thierry Meillat consistently demonstrates a proactive willingness to better understand the specific business needs of his clients. This deep understanding enables him to seek out the most efficient and consistent solutions tailored to each unique situation, ultimately generating a very high level of security and trust.’

‘Cristina Sánchez Herrán provides an outstanding service to clients that goes beyond mere transactional interactions. She offers unconditional support, characterised by her attentiveness and responsiveness to client needs. Her solid knowledge base instils confidence in her clients when they engage in work with her.’

‘We had the pleasure of working with Emmanuel Bénard, who assisted us with the implementation and deployment of a point-of-sale system. He was always available and highly responsive, providing perfectly tailored solutions to all our requests. The firm’s strengths lie in its availability, responsiveness and professionalism.’

‘Emmanuel Bénard was able to build trust and a strong rapport throughout our collaboration, while maintaining a human touch in his approach. Helene Boukez provided all the necessary technical expertise for the project.’

‘I have always had very high-quality interactions with the team. Strong skills, pragmatism and excellent listening skills, especially during difficult times of internal social tension within my company.’

‘Multidisciplinary expertise in employment law. High-quality services are provided both in drafting and in handling the substance of cases. Success in complex litigation. Diverse profiles with regional presence, seeking compromise, listening to remarks and observations.’

‘Responsive, collaborative and work well together. Nadège Owen is a very knowledgeable and helpful in all French employment issues.’

‘In addition to the high reliability of legal analyses on complex subjects, there is an ability to tailor advice to the economic and human context, as well as operational constraints. The collaborative approach is characterised by great agility and adaptability to needs.’

‘Sarah Ususier is a true leader in the projects entrusted to her. She works with highly competent, reliable, and readily available colleagues. Guillaume Thuleau provides relevant and responsive support to address our challenges.’

‘Excellent firm, very versatile, very business-minded.’

‘Frédéric Broud is exceptional. Extremely available, always finding solutions and very reassuring which is highly appreciated in a stressful environment or when assisting with decision-making. The legal advice provided was of very high quality.’

‘Racine’s Employment Law team is a comprehensive team, both in terms of the number of partners and associates and their expertise, allowing for great responsiveness and efficiency in handling legal matters.’

‘We work particularly closely with Sarah Usunier who stands out for her dedication and commitment to her clients. She positions herself as a true partner to the company, handling all matters entrusted to her with utmost seriousness, proven expertise and ensuring the security of every aspect of the case.’

‘It is a pleasure to work with Aerige. The lawyers at this firm are adept at adapting to our company’s complex environment and provide precise analyses that meet our high standards. Our collaboration is always highly efficient, thanks in particular to the team’s availability.’

‘A modern and dynamic team, highly responsive and adaptable to the client’s needs. After a brief initial setup, they quickly adapted to the company’s requirements and practices.’

‘The team’s versatility, with each member specialising in specific areas. Comprehensive support and guidance, readily available.’

‘A very efficient team, always in contact with very precise follow-up, a very thorough analysis of each case.’

‘Aerige is responsive, available, and provides us with reliable information. They have a thorough understanding of our business and our workforce, including our employees’ training.’

‘Very good knowledge of the company and its business.’

‘Being provided legal analysis in the form of highly concise notes that can be used internally is a real asset.’

‘Amélie d’Heilly is particularly concise and accessible.’

‘This team stands out for its adaptability and the ease of its communication. A bond of trust has been built over many years of collaboration. The stability of the existing teams is a significant asset in this field.’

‘Elise Beneat, with whom we have worked for many years, stands out both for the quality of our professional relationship and for her specific knowledge of our market and industry.’

‘Elise Beneat’s observations are always insightful.’

‘Close customer relationships and a sense of operational reality.’

‘A team available with a very good strategic vision of the actions to be taken to organise our companies.’

‘Philippe Rozec has exceptional vision and strategic acumen. Elise Bénéat is extremely reliable and very knowledgeable about the French overseas territories.’

‘Myriam de Gaudusson is always available, remains steadfast in all situations, and never gives up, all while maintaining a warm and approachable manner.’

‘Knowledge, responsiveness, flexibility, professionalism.’

‘Excellent team, with in-depth knowledge of businesses, their constraints and operations. A very pragmatic approach to cases, combined with high-level legal expertise.’

‘I am in regular contact with Myriam de Gaudusson on various projects, and she has always been outstanding. The team reflects her character: highly competent, pragmatic, and efficient. Exchanging ideas with her is always a pleasure.’

‘An extremely pragmatic team and extremely well-informed about the latest legal, regulatory and jurisprudential developments.’

‘A team that listens, is available and professional.’

‘I work with Sabrina Kemel, whom I find professional, attentive and innovative in the solutions she proposes.’

‘ I am fortunate to find consistently high-quality service and availability from Isabelle Pontal and Maximilien Champy.’

‘I am particularly in contact with Isabelle Pontal and Maximilien Champy who are always available, attentive, responsive and very accessible. We form a real team.’

‘It is a team that listens to the client and knows how to adapt to the specific problems of businesses.’

‘As a client, I find this team to be distinguished by its cohesion, responsiveness, and ability to provide pragmatic solutions, even on complex issues. Its strengths lie in its solid business expertise, genuine close relationships with its clients, and an openness to innovation, whether in recruitment, diversity integration, or the use of collaborative technologies.’

‘The quality of service provided goes beyond strict legal expertise. The team knows how to combine technical excellence, practicality, and anticipation of changes, making it a unique and valuable partner for a company like ours.’

‘Sabrina Kemel delivers expertise, responsiveness, assertiveness and a strong commitment to understanding the realities of the business. Adept at identifying potentially risky strategies to mitigate risks. Highly available.’

‘Unwavering pragmatism and a knack for concise expression. Jasper’s lawyers offer real added value, always on the right track.’

‘Marie Alice Jourde, an iconic lawyer. Alice Delamarre is available, responsive and has impeccable expertise.’

‘A very responsive team. I appreciate being able to mobilise them quickly in case of emergencies or needs. They meticulously follow up on cases. They have an excellent ability to propose strategic solutions. They are skilled at teamwork and take client feedback into account.’

‘Frédéric Sicard stands out for his extensive experience in employment law, his innovative strategic approach, and his deep understanding of the judicial and administrative ecosystem.’

‘The team is distinguished above all by its high level of technical expertise in employment law, combined with a genuine strategic understanding of its clients’ business challenges. Its strength lies in its ability to combine legal rigour with operational pragmatism, making it a trusted partner for CEOs and HR directors.’

‘The team offers tailored support and a close client relationship that goes beyond simple legal services. The team is known for its consistent advisory role, seeking concrete and innovative solutions, and anticipating developments in cases to stay one step ahead of the opposing party.’

‘Very professional team.’

‘Emmanuelle Rivez-Domont and Gabriel Ferran are both very professional and very pleasant.’

‘Jones Day has great strength in multiple offices around the world to support global employment issues. We have found them to be well versed in the law while bringing a practical business sense to solving issues.’

‘Emmanuelle Rivez-Domont has been very helpful in France. She is responsive and helps us navigate French laws.’

‘Personable and extremely knowledgeable. Quick turnaround and very patient to explain items to non-French people.’

‘Jacques and Clara were awesome to deal with.’

‘Littler France is a responsive and reliable firm that has built a genuine partnership.’

‘The quality of their service is exceptional.’

‘Julie Beto Rabiot is an expert lawyer who provides sound advice and supports her clients through sometimes complex situations. She also has a strong grasp of international issues.’

‘A very responsive team, close to its clients and their needs.’

‘The partners Juliette Pouyet and Anne de Gabory are fully committed and work as a team to ensure rapid response times.’

‘They have a strong ability to find pragmatic solutions to complex cases.’

‘Juliette Pouyet and Anne de Gabory for social restructuring.’

‘The employment law team, specifically Julien Haure and Marine Hamon, can always be trusted to provide comprehensive yet commercially savvy advice. They understand their client’s needs and are able to distil complex legal issues into clear and practical advice. ’

‘Julien Haure and Marine Hamon are experts in their field, yet highly commercial and practical. They don’t just regurgitate the law. They get to the heart of what their clients need to know. They are also extremely responsive and reliable, and genuinely a pleasure to work with. ’

‘The team consistently provides excellent advice that is clear and highly practical. A top-quality team that implements a strategic vision of cases with very fine and intelligent risk management.’

‘Julien Haure impressed us with the quality of his thinking, his sharp skills, his keen sense of service, his availability and his broad perspective, a rare quality in this area of law where one finds more technicians than strategists. He is a leading partner for the executive teams of companies of all sizes.’

‘The team’s duo enables an excellent level of service. Responsiveness, legal rigour and precision, as well as business strategy.’

‘Responsiveness, professionalism, transparency.’

‘The Simmons & Simmons French employment team is consistently excellent. While they handle the full range of employment law, our experience this year was heavily focused on complex litigation where they proved to be incredibly effective. Crucially, they understand our global business objectives and our need for prompt advice as things move rapidly. ’

‘Alice Hecquet is extremely personable and highly responsive. Her reliability and ability to deliver clear, swift communication make her an invaluable first point of contact and a pleasure to work with, especially during the high pressure of litigation. She is a sharp and effective litigator who quickly grasps the core legal and commercial risks of a dispute.’

‘Claire Le Touzé is approachable, friendly, dedicated and available, an essential asset to the smooth operation of our organisation.’

‘The S&S employment team in Paris is excellent. We have been consistently impressed by the team’s responsiveness, commerciality, and subject-matter expertise. They always provide practical, business-focused solutions that anticipate our needs and suggest risk-based approaches.’

‘Julia Gori is highly recommended. She has become a trusted advisor to our team. She is very responsive and very pragmatic, and has built a strong reputation with us as an excellent problem solver across a number of different employment law issues.’

‘The Simmons & Simmons team in Paris is a team of professionals, attentive to client needs and responsive to their requirements.’

‘Fast turnaround times. Pragmatic advice, thanks to expertise in employment litigation.’

‘Sound legal advice, but also and above all, an excellent risk assessment. High availability and responsiveness.’

‘We have been working with Maître Martine Rivereau for several years now, and the collaboration has been wonderful! An excellent professional with extensive expertise.’

‘A team that’s always responsive. Relevant legal advice, with a constant focus on providing the best possible solution for each specific case. Smooth and direct communication.’

‘The team’s main strengths are availability, the ability to propose solutions and implement them in all contexts and situations.’

‘We have worked primarily with Mr. Verdier for about ten years. He has consistently provided us with insights and perspectives on the issues we face, presented in a way that is accessible to Anglo-Saxon management who prefer not to delve too deeply into the intricacies of French law. In this context, Mr. Verdier stands out for his ability to quickly propose highly practical solutions and adapt them in real time when necessary. This pragmatism and responsiveness have led us to expand his services to encompass the entire scope of employment law and to all Premier Tech companies in France.’

‘The UGGC employment law team stands out for its technical expertise. The team is responsive and capable of handling complex cases by providing pragmatic solutions. It distinguishes itself from other market players through a strategic and innovative vision, utilising digital tools and demonstrating a strong commitment to diversity and social governance issues.’

‘Jennifer Carrel stands out for her strategic vision and her ability to anticipate changes in employment law. She is a trusted partner for supporting companies through complex restructurings and sensitive collective bargaining negotiations.’

‘The team at UGGC are one of the best I work with. They provide clear, understandable advice, which is backed up with the relevant labour law details, so we have the full picture. They are able to explain options and outcomes clearly so we can make the right decisions, in what is a very difficult environment.’

‘I have worked with Jennifer Carrel for many years, and I trust her completely. She provides clear guidance and support at all times.’

‘They devote key members to clients and manage their client needs through understanding of their risk profile and regular changes in business strategies. ’

‘Attentive, professional, and solution-oriented.’

‘Availability, trust and responsiveness’

‘Valérie Ménard is always available and efficient, we are very satisfied with the quality of her work.’

‘Within the team, Valérie Ménard stands out. She has developed a deep understanding of our structure and the challenges we face. We truly work hand in hand, which allows her to provide us with consistently relevant, practical advice tailored to our projects.’

‘Valérie Ménards key strengths lie in her legal expertise, her exceptional availability, her ability to listen, and her pragmatism. She distinguishes herself from her colleagues through her profound understanding of our organisation and her collaborative approach, which goes beyond simply providing services to offer strategic, long-term support.’

‘This team is distinguished by the quality of its partner Anna-Christina Chavez who is fully committed to developing the practice and supporting her clients, with the constant objective of offering them the best possible service. Her technical skills, total commitment, rigorous adherence to deadlines, and excellent negotiation abilities make her a professional who is equally comfortable and effective in sales, acquisitions, and leveraged buyouts (LBOs) as she is in managing complex cases such as redundancy plans.’

‘Technical expertise. Customer commitment. Excellent interpersonal skills. Availability.’

‘Adapting to the client’s needs, understanding the need, proposing diverse deliverables.’

‘The entire team is very available and attentive to client needs. Communication is clear and innovative, and advice is plentiful, often even proactive.’

‘Sabine de Paillerets for years always gives good advice, is very professional and very calm in her approach, which is reassuring and allows us to handle cases with serenity, anticipation and professionalism.’

‘I work with Meï Zhang’s team at the BCTG firm almost exclusively on employment law matters. They are a very responsive team, and above all, deeply committed to finding innovative and pragmatic solutions that are relevant to the realities of the business.’

‘BCTG positions itself as an agile and experienced player, with in-depth knowledge of industry, and especially the automotive sector, which is undergoing significant transformation. They have developed a rare and, above all, highly relevant expertise.’

‘BCTG’s employment law team is distinguished by its strong expertise in restructurings and complex litigation, particularly in the industrial sector. Its approach is both strategic and operational, with a genuine ability to support HR managers within the scope of practice on sensitive collective or individual matters.

‘Attorney Meï Zhang, with whom the Forvia Group and I have personally worked for years on employment law matters, puts her skills, expertise, and experience at the service of her clients and her team, providing tailored solutions on all circumstances with exceptional dedication.’

‘I consulted with Bersay on a few matters relating to French employment law. They were exceptional. Their strength is a lot of knowledge on the legal requirements and practical advice and solutions.’

‘Anne-Lise Puget brings rigour, combined with excellent listening skills and impactful courtroom presentations, making her a professional capable of translating legal technicalities into clear, human and practical support.’

‘Beyond their individual strengths, it’s the collective power of this team that truly impresses. Their ability to combine their expertise, support one another, and work in a complementary fashion creates a rare dynamic in the industry. Where other firms still operate in silos, here the intelligence of networking ensures unparalleled added value for clients.’

‘This team is distinguished above all by its remarkable precision in its work and its constant availability, even in the most critical moments. Beyond technical expertise, it embodies strategic support, capable of clarifying complex situations, revealing the truth, and transforming principles of justice into concrete realities.’

‘Anne Lise Puget is truly exceptional.’

‘The team provides excellent, commercially focused advice in a timely manner. They are focused on the client’s outcome and how it can be achieved, which is a real differentiator compared with other firms operating in the market. ’

‘CGR Avocats distinguished itself through its exceptionally high level of professionalism, its responsiveness and adaptability in complex situations.’

‘CGR Avocats clearly ranks among the most competent and reliable. In terms of innovation, the team demonstrated great flexibility in collaboration and effective use of technology.’

‘The CGR team is a true partner in the complex cases and projects we manage. The firm’s size means we have dedicated contacts, and our case management, even across multiple years and legal entities, is impeccable.’

‘The team demonstrates a high degree of professionalism and expertise by being flexible, responsive, and actively listening to its clients’ needs and contexts in order to offer pragmatic solutions that are both legally sound and applicable to real-world situations.’

‘A perfect command of a complex area of law and rigorous quality control. A very strong pragmatic grasp of the issues and the field.’

‘Alexandre Bensoussan is remarkable in terms of listening skills, knowledge, and expertise. His broad scope also allows for benchmarking within the sector, which is extremely valuable.’

‘Angéline and Johannes are always very relevant and precise. It is always a pleasure to work with them.’

‘A well-structured firm with genuine expertise in employment litigation and strong negotiation skills. They offer sound advice for defusing conflicts and providing support throughout the process.’

‘Angéline Duffour has excellent client communication skills, a good understanding of business issues, and excellent negotiation and labor court risk assessment skills. She is always available in case of emergency.’

‘Angéline is exceptional. She demonstrates great availability and is proactive in complex cases. Her technical knowledge is formidable, and she knows how to find practical solutions in short timeframes.’

‘Exceptional listening skills and understanding of complex organisational situations. Always proactive in proposing solutions. Excellent legal and employment law advice. Exceptional availability and responsiveness. For me, the Cohen Gresser firm remains the best in employment law. A benchmark. Excellent quality of service.’

‘Their excellent and high level of support and service allows us to assess risks and find secure and reassuring operational and pragmatic solutions. They inspire confidence. Very professional.’

‘They understand international tax and employment law very well. They are approachable and reliable.’

‘The team is humane, attentive to its clients, extremely competent and the talents that make up the team are complementary.’

‘Camille Billard is incredibly humane in her relationships with her clients. She knows how to build trust and reassure them during difficult times.’

‘The team is serious, hardworking and inventive in finding the best solutions in complicated situations.’

‘Camille Smadja is talented, very available and very clear in her explanations.’

‘Camille Billard is an excellent lawyer, with spot-on advice and great experience.’

‘Flexibility, easy to work with.’

‘Responsiveness, customisation and listens to the customer.’

‘Excellent team with exceptional legal knowledge and great client service.’

‘The team stands out for its understanding of our challenges, its responsiveness and its efficiency. Rapid comprehension of issues, clear communication and risk anticipation. A collaborative mindset with seamless co-creation with stakeholders and continuous feedback integration. Proven and versatile expertise, particularly in litigation.’

‘A relationship built on trust. Transparency regarding progress, availability and a highly professional approach.’

‘Exemplary in their efficiency and ability to quickly answer our questions with detailed explanations and recommendations that allow us to make the most relevant decisions for our business. The team’s area of expertise is litigation, in which we have always received excellent support and guidance.’

‘Knowledge of the industry market, and more specifically, the pharmaceutical industry. Adaptability to our operating methods.’

‘Conrado Crespi brings legal expertise, knowledge of the company’s case history, assertiveness, proposals for HR alternatives and adaptations to the legal framework relevant to the specific context.’

‘They balanced legal rigour with commercial pragmatism, helping us avoid unnecessary costs while protecting the company’s interests. The team maintained clear, timely, and transparent communication throughout, which allowed us to make informed decisions quickly.’

‘Mounira Freih-Bengabou is very approachable and readily assists you, consulting with colleagues to find answers and provide the best possible service.’

‘A highly professional and responsive team. They offer significant added value in terms of service level.’

‘They always give good advice, are very pragmatic, and very responsive. They have helped provide a good insight into the French market.’

‘Vivien & Associés is characterised by a fast, reliable, competent and forward-looking approach to work. Personally, I worked particularly closely with Marie-Emilie Rousseau Brunel. She is exceptionally attentive and available, and she takes into account the client’s specific needs in order to provide tailored advice.’

‘Marie-Emilie Rousseau-Brunel possesses exceptional strategic intelligence and a valuable ability to manage even the most sensitive situations, particularly for our HR department. We especially appreciate her rigour, availability and approach to handling our cases. She is, in our view, an indispensable and reassuring contact for our teams. Her discretion and reliability are invaluable.’

‘The employment law team at Vivien & Associés is approachable, pleasant, and extremely responsive. We have worked together primarily on management packages and on matters related to the status, social security, and insurance aspects of executives. Their approach is pragmatic and solution-oriented, which facilitates the implementation of recommendations in an operational context.’

‘Marie-Emilie Rousseau-Brunel is distinguished by her mastery of strategic social issues and her ability to translate complex problems into clear and applicable solutions, particularly within the framework of management packages and operations involving executives. She is especially valued for her practical approach and availability, which bring real added value in sensitive situations.’

‘Marie-Emilie Rousseau-Brunel’s team stands out for its consistent responsiveness. All our cases, even the most complex, are handled with total commitment, attentive listening, and a meticulous attention to detail that reassures our HR teams. We sincerely appreciate the professionalism of the employment law team, who are always available, allowing for a direct, straightforward, and seamless relationship, even when we need to mobilise them urgently.’

‘If we were to compare them to other firms, this team distinguishes itself by providing balanced, applicable, and intelligently structured solutions. We build our cases together with efficiency and technical rigour, and Marie-Emilie Rousseau-Brunel’s team demonstrates a clear operational pragmatism.’

‘I have worked with Christophe Marie for several years, and he has an excellent grasp of his files and manages them with his team. His analysis, advice, and up-to-date knowledge are exceptional. He is also a very skilled negotiator. He is always responsive and available when needed.’

‘Responsiveness. Availability. Expertise. Adaptability. Well above other firms due to the team’s mastery of these four skills. Innovative because it can be reached through various communication channels.’

‘Simple and fluid communication. Pragmatic and actionable responses. Effective advisory approach. A reassuring team that provides advice tailored to our organisation and resources taking into account our specific characteristics. Support for decision-making by clearly positioning themselves in favour of specific recommendations or strategies to adopt.’

‘Sophie Dechaumet and Augustin Charoy are highly responsive, very precise in their answers, and committed to meeting the client’s needs, true partners.’

‘Ability to adapt responses and advise on HR strategy.’

‘Competent, high-performing and dedicated team.’

‘I collaborate a lot with Marie Content and Nicolas Le Rossignol. They are always looking for solutions and are very responsive.’

‘We have been working with BG2V Social for several years with great satisfaction on all the matters we handle with them (collective agreements, annual mandatory negotiations, negotiated terminations, and various HR issues). Their main strengths are their reliability, the quality of their recommendations and the documents they provide, their responsiveness, and their excellent understanding of our company and its needs, thanks to their strong commitment. Their proposals are pragmatic and tailored to the specific issues. Invoices, which are based on quotes, are discussed and adhered to, and are in line with market standards.’

‘As the HR Director of an audiovisual service provider with approximately 400 employees, I have worked with Marie Content and her team for 15 years. I followed her through her recent changes in consulting firms and am fully satisfied with her services.’

‘The team is available and capable of handling various topics and projects in a call-based format. They position themselves as advisors, which is very important to us beyond the legal aspect. Their experience is beneficial in terms of identifying and avoiding common pitfalls.’

‘Excellent team, very precise and professional. Very good communication.’

‘We work primarily with Guillaume de Saint Sauveur, who is our point of contact and who assigns tasks to colleagues based on their specific needs. We greatly appreciated Sophie Giard. She was very thorough, pragmatic, and an excellent negotiator.’

‘The strength of this team is to offer pragmatic solutions, taking into account the realities of  business while safeguarding the interests of clients as best as possible.’

‘Nathalie Devernay is an excellent employment lawyer. Efficient, attentive to clients’ needs, and highly competent.’

‘The Employment practice combines deep technical knowledge of employment law with a pragmatic, business-focused approach. The team is highly responsive, delivers clear commercial advice, and is adept at handling contentious litigation, complex advisory matters (restructures, executive exits), and cross-border employment issues.’

‘Nathalie Devernay stands out as an outstanding employment lawyer with a rare combination of deep technical knowledge and cultural fluency. She understands the practical challenges companies from outside France face when navigating employee-friendly French employment rules, and she translates complex legal constraints into pragmatic, business‑friendly options.’

‘Responsiveness, business acumen, commitment.’‘

‘Innovative and adaptable team.’

‘Nathalie Devernay’s team is very responsive and has extensive knowledge of the IT sector; they are proactive and maintain close relationships with their clients, including international partners.’

‘Highly competent, responsive team with a strong focus on the customer.’

‘I can confirm a remarkable continuity in terms of reliability in legal monitoring and advice, personalised service tailored to the company and its environment, and responsiveness to emergencies.’

‘CRS is the law firm we recommend to German clients who need labour law advice in France. Excellent legal know-how, very close to practice, outstanding responsiveness.’

‘Kim Campion is a labour law partner who is very experienced and has outstanding legal knowledge.’

‘There are not enough words to express how fantastic Kim Campion and his team are. They understand the goals of our business and work in partnership to help us achieve our goals, often going beyond the questions we raise to share suggestions of approach that could accelerate our progress toward our goals or identify a concern we had not identified. They are the best! ’

‘A highly qualified, reliable team that takes into account the client’s realities.’

‘The team is responsive, has a thorough understanding of the business world, and possesses remarkable legal expertise.’

‘Delsol has a good knowledge of the local legal framework, but also the perspective of a foreign company operating in France and the challenges they would face.’

Anna Milleret-Godet excels in her empathy for how we are trying to conduct business as a foreign company in France, as well as her engagement with our team. She has been highly knowledgeable and responsive to our needs. It feels like she has been an extension of our team.’

‘The team knows how to work collaboratively, prioritising transparency and open communication, which allows for rapid progress while maintaining strong cohesion.’

‘Anna Milleret stands out for her solid technical expertise. Always applied to pragmatic solutions, tailored to clients’ needs.’

‘I always receive effective support. Their style suits me well, understanding and knowledge of our challenges and our professions, humility, expertise, a service-oriented approach, advice, and a results-driven focus.’

‘Availability, adaptability, seriousness, good understanding of business issues.’

‘The Hoche firm distinguishes itself through its exceptional availability, its ability to adapt to the specific needs of its clients, and the consistent rigour of its analyses. Their approach combines professionalism, responsiveness, and pragmatism, making them a reliable and high-quality legal partner.’

‘Frédérique Cassereau is a highly professional lawyer who combines legal rigour with a keen understanding of human issues. Her in-depth knowledge of the cultural sector and the specific characteristics of its stakeholders makes her an invaluable partner for any company operating in this field.’

‘I worked particularly closely with Frédérique Cassereau. She demonstrated great professionalism, a very good understanding of the issues and the context, provided sound advice, and was very available.’

‘Responsiveness and knowledge of our sector of activity.’

‘The team is available and provides continuous service regardless of the time of year.’

‘Frédérique Cassereau and Anaël Andre are reliable, follow the deadlines related to litigation.’ 

‘Jeantet’s Employment Law team is exceptional in terms of technical expertise, quality of advice and support, availability and composure in all circumstances, monitoring of regulatory issues and adaptation of advice.’

‘Nicolas Mancret has a strategic and comprehensive approach.’

‘A team specialising in employment law that provides invaluable advice and attentive listening, with proactive and useful monitoring that allows us to manage our risks effectively. The advice they offer is perfectly tailored and personalised to our specific context, favouring approaches based on dialogue and negotiation rather than litigation.’

‘We work with Blaise Deltombe and Caroline Vital, who is our main point of contact on a daily basis. She is attentive, responsive, and has a knack for explaining things clearly. She consistently helps us assess the best option for the cases entrusted to us. Her assistance is highly valued by both the HR and general management teams.’

‘The Joffe & Associates team distinguishes itself through its in-depth expertise in employment law, combined with exceptional responsiveness and a pragmatic approach. Their capacity for innovation, both in working methods and client support, makes them a modern and reliable partner. Compared to their competitors, they offer a truly superior level of availability, rigour, and quality of advice.’

‘Within the team, several partners stand out for their availability, technical expertise and strategic acumen. Their human and pragmatic approach clearly distinguishes them from their peers, particularly in their ability to translate legal complexities into operational solutions for the company. Their commitment and responsiveness are highly valued assets compared to market standards.’

‘The team stands out for their exemplary availability and responsiveness. They position themselves as true business partners, taking into account not only the legal issues but also the operational and human dimensions of our cases.’

‘Géraldine Lepeytre combines unwavering availability with remarkable responsiveness, essential qualities in the day-to-day management of our HR and litigation issues. She brings sharp technical expertise in employment law, always considered alongside the company’s operational and human challenges.’

‘Excellent responsiveness and ease of collaboration. Very good knowledge of the client’s legal, commercial and media environment. Very good technical skills.’

‘Excellent grasp of technical issues and ability to have a 360° view of the problems presented, and the solutions proposed.’

‘Extremely smooth collaboration. The firm quickly grasped the company’s challenges and positions. They have in-depth knowledge of the industry. Their responsiveness was much appreciated.’

‘Isabelle Dauzet is highly professional, available, efficient and a pleasure to work with.’

‘A trusted team, working in close collaboration and aligned with shared values, strengths and assets.’

‘Availability, thoughtfulness, understanding, no rushing, always finding the most suitable solutions, prevention, expertise, motivation, accessibility, dynamism, ambition, agility.’

‘A responsive, available team, truly positioned as a business partner. They understand our challenges, anticipate our needs, and offer tailored solutions, all while guaranteeing robust legal protection. Highly attentive and with a strong customer service focus, they know how to highlight risks while guiding us toward concrete and secure solutions.’

‘Pauline Larroque Daran’s team is very responsive and provides practical advice tailored to the company’s needs. Her team is stable, which is a significant advantage. They all possess knowledge extending beyond employment law, enabling them to develop precise legal solutions.’

‘Good understanding of our business model and its specific characteristics. Good grasp of our social issues. Good at explaining complex topics clearly and simply. Good availability of contacts. Good negotiation skills in the context of disputes.’

‘Pauline Larroque Daran is efficient, highly available, able to build trusting and empathetic relationships, very direct and clear, a great listener with keen comprehension and analytical skills, and very customer-service oriented.’

‘The team combines genuine technical expertise in employment law with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach. The feeling of being faced with a team, and not just a collection of individuals.’

‘Complementary team skills ensure responsive case management. Proactive provision of social news. Demonstration and understanding of the business and its specific context. Good balance in negotiations between protecting the company and the employee.’

‘The team is always available, has a deep understanding of the business world and quickly grasps the issues and their implications. They are particularly adept at supporting the company through major restructuring projects. We readily entrust them with high-stakes financial litigation cases and are extremely satisfied with their work.’

‘Lucas Aubry is both rigorous in securing internal business processes and creative in developing defence strategies, capable of combining legal compliance with operational agility. He is also quite an expert in payroll, a very complex area in France.’

‘Excellent responsiveness and quality of advice.’

‘Christine Hillig-Poudevigne is providing unwavering support, she is reassuring and always available. She is an expert in employment law and gives excellent advice.’

‘The team is extremely available and attentive to all the details of our requests and issues. They quickly understood our sector of activity and its challenges.’

‘Availability, responsiveness, a focus on simple solutions and seamless collaboration.’

‘The team stands out for its responsiveness and attentiveness. A high level of professionalism that we particularly appreciate.’

‘The partners and lawyers at this firm are truly close to their clients and provide highly personalized advice. They have a deep understanding of the business and therefore tailor their recommendations accordingly. They are also willing to explore new solutions.’