Ashurst LLP

Ashurst LLP is frequently retained to handle high-stakes matters for leading French-based multinationals, especially in regulated sectors such as energy, transport and media. The team is commended for its deep expertise in state aid, frequently advising on major investigations conducted by the EC, and in complex abuse of dominance cases before the French and EU authorities. Its broad practice also takes in merger control (as well as seeing an uptick in FSR filings), cartel investigations, follow-on damages claims, and regulatory issues. Christophe Lemaire, who is well regarded for his experience in state aid matters in particular, heads the practice. Guillaume Vatin is also a name to note.