Commercial law and distribution law
We support our clients (large industrial groups, SMEs, and public institutions) in managing complex legal issues, ensuring regulatory compliance and the security of their activities (insurance, healthcare, agribusiness, energy, chemicals, media, sports, transport, leisure, defense, construction, or retail). We also assist them throughout the phases of interaction or confrontation with authorities or other stakeholders (pre-notification, notification, investigations, contentious proceedings), and we design tools to anticipate risks. We operate in commercial and distribution law across a wide range of sectors, including furniture and decoration, agribusiness, tourism, jewelry, fashion, medical devices, and toys.
Areas of expertise in commercial and distribution law
Restrictive competition practices
We provide advice on restrictive competition practices, such as significant imbalance, discrimination, refusal to sell, and abrupt termination of commercial relationships. We help companies avoid behaviors that may result in sanctions from the General Direction of Competition, Consumption and Fraud Control (Direction générale de la concurrence, de la consommation et de la répression des fraudes / DGCCRF) or the Departmental Direction for the Protection of Populations (Direction départementale de la protection des populations / DDPP).
Pricing practices
We assist in developing pricing practices, ensuring that the prices, the general terms of sale (GTS), and the general terms of services (GTS) comply with regulations. We also ensure compliance with invoicing rules to avoid any disputes.
Payment terms
We support companies in managing payment terms in compliance with laws such as the Economic Modernization Act (Loi de Modernisation de l’Économie / LME) and the Egalim Law. We help prevent sanctions by ensuring compliance with legal payment terms .
Unfair competition
We address cases of unfair competition, protecting companies against acts such as disparagement, business disruption, or parasitism. We develop strategies to defend our clients’ interests and safeguard their market positions.
Parasitism
We assist in fighting parasitism, ensuring that competitors do not unduly benefit from our clients’ efforts, investments, or expertise without authorization. We take necessary actions to protect their rights and obtain compensation.
Unfair and misleading commercial practices
We advise on compliance of commercial practices, including advertising and communication, ensuring the avoidance of unfair or misleading practices. We help prevent risks associated with influencer campaigns or non-compliant advertising messages.
Industrial litigation
We assist with industrial disputes, particularly in the event of an incident , hidden defects, or defects. We help companies manage these disputes, defend their interests, and implement preventive measures.
Product liability
We support companies in managing product liability in cases of damage caused by defective products. We provide advice on legal obligations and defense strategies in litigation.
Contractual disputes
We handle contractual disputes arising from the execution or termination of commercial agreements. We assist in resolving conflicts, whether involving distribution contracts, commercial agency agreements, or business introduction agreements.
Distribution networks
We advise on structuring and developing distribution networks, including franchises, concessions, selective distribution, exclusive distribution, lease management, mandate management, or e-commerce. We ensure contract compliance and adherence to specific regulations.
Commercial negotiations
We assist in commercial negotiations with partners, ensuring balanced agreements and the protection of our clients’ interests. We help secure contracts and prevent future disputes.
Advertising law
We provide advice on advertising law, ensuring that marketing communications comply with legal and ethical obligations. We help mitigate risks associated with the dissemination of misleading or non-compliant messages.
Consumer law
We assist companies in complying with consumer law, ensuring product and service conformity, consumer protection, and adherence to regulations.
Commercial leases
We support our clients, whether landlords or tenants, at the following stages:
- Negotiation and drafting of leases: Drafting contracts tailored to the specific needs of the parties while protecting their respective interests.
- Managing leasing relationships: Assisting with daily lease management, including renewals, rent reviews, and lease transfers.
- Dispute resolution: Representing clients before competent courts in disputes related to the execution or termination of commercial leases.
- Strategic advice: Analyzing the legal implications of commercial leases in broader real estate projects, such as acquisitions or restructurings.
