Specialising in media, entertainment, IP and IT, boutique firm Crossen & Borowsky showcases strong cross-border capabilities, assisting clients on the full gamut of entertainment transactions, from project development and financing to international distribution, in addition to litigation and pre-litigation. Illustrious clients include Apple USA and MGM International Television Productions, among others. The team is jointly led by industry veterans Raechel Crossen and Sophie Borowsky, who are 'experienced and provide practical advice'. Recent work highlights include advising production company A24 on two high-profile television projects, as well as assisting Apple TV with compliance issues in the French market.

Housing a specialist team, Pechenard & Associés is well-equipped to take on complex and high-stakes cases. With notable experience in defamation, privacy law, press law and litigation, the practice maintains an impressive track record of court victories and represents some of the leading players in the television and radio sector, such as France Télévisions, AFP and TV5. Media law specialist Eric Andrieu stands at the helm and is supported by Caroline Mas.

Wilhelm & Associés takes an interdisciplinary approach to advise an impressive roster of clients that includes Groupe Canal+, Banijay, Groupe Telfrance, Diversité TV (Numéro 23), Betclic and Radio France. With strong capabilities in rights acquisition, disputes, advertising and compliancy issues, the firm is also developing innovative approaches to the online gaming market. Pascal Wilhelm leads the team and enjoys a strong reputation in the media and entertainment arena, while Emilie Dumur specialises in disputes and IP mandates.

With considerable experience in litigation, Deprez Guignot Associés is noted for its expertise in the television sector, and acts as a trusted adviser to French TV channel MG, where the team oversees all matters, from daily due diligence to strategic mergers. The group also provides counsel to a number of communication agencies and major radio stations. Based in Paris, Pierre Deprez jointly leads the team alongside Frédéric Dumont, who advises both French and international clients in the media sector. Aurelie Bregou is another name of note.

Simon Associés is noted for its expertise in the TV and radio industries, in addition to its high-profile work for leading clients such as Mediawan and Netflix. The team is also well-equipped to advise on cross-border advisory matters and litigation. The practice is led by Julien Grosslerner, who maintains a strong reputation in both the French and US entertainment industries, while Tifany Carlos is the trusted adviser of the Paramount Group.

Vercken & Gaullier represents many of France’s popular TV channels and radio stations. With over 30 years of industry experience, the firm caters to major players in the international market, including streaming platforms and distribution companies, and offers comprehensive guidance on contracts, collective management, litigation and lobbying actions. The group is collectively led by Florence Gaullier, Edouard Mille and Gilles Vercken.

A specialist media team, with considerable expertise in the field of copyright, WAN Avocats is jointly led by Isabelle Wekstein-Steg, who regularly represents TV broadcasters and audio-visual groups, alongside Raphaël Naccach. Amélie Gouazé is another key contact in the group.