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New Technologies, Digital, and Telecoms

Digitalization and the digital economy now extend to all sectors of activity, and our established and specialized expertise in this field makes our firm a natural and preferred partner for companies. We represent both major and emerging players in the digital economy, in France (several software publishers, global leaders in their respective categories, and numerous technology and online service providers catering to companies and professional users) and internationally. Our lawyers, recognized for their expertise and deep understanding of cutting-edge technological issues, also regularly contribute to sectoral and public debates within the ecosystem of organizations, associations, federations, and other networks in the sector.

Areas of Intervention

Domain Names

We advise on the management and protection of domain names, focusing on preventing and resolving potential disputes. This includes assistance in procedures with AFNIC, WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization), and managing disputes under the UDRP (Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy).

IT Contracts

We support our clients in drafting, negotiating, and implementing IT contracts, covering services related to software, enterprise software, and technological solutions. Our expertise extends to contracts related to algorithms and artificial intelligence, ensuring the protection of intellectual property rights and compliance with contractual obligations.

Cyberattacks

We assist companies in managing cyberattacks and cybersecurity incidents, providing legal advice for prevention, incident response, and compliance with current regulations. We help develop security policies, manage notification obligations, and minimize legal and reputational impacts.

eTaxation

We advise on eTaxation issues, helping companies understand and comply with tax obligations related to digital activities. This includes the taxation of online transactions, digital services, and cross-border activities, considering national and international legislative developments.

Accessibility

We support our clients in complying with accessibility standards, ensuring that websites, applications, and digital services are accessible to people with disabilities. We advise on legal obligations and best practices to promote digital inclusion.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

We intervene in mergers and acquisitions in the technology and telecommunications sectors, providing legal expertise for structuring transactions, due diligence, negotiation, and contract drafting. We help identify and manage specific risks related to technological assets and intellectual property rights.

Restructuring

We assist technology companies in their restructuring projects, whether internal reorganizations, divestitures, or digital transformations. We advise on legal, social, and financial aspects to ensure a successful transition.

Corporate law

We offer comprehensive corporate law services, supporting technology companies throughout their lifecycle. This includes company formation, corporate governance, fundraising, financing, and compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.

Examples of Support

We assisted a facial recognition software company in evaluating the compliance of its software with the GDPR, the Police Laws Directive, and French legislation. We helped our client understand the French administrative procedure, the main issues of this procedure, and assess the potential impacts on their activities in France.

We supported our client in the construction and operation of the first transatlantic submarine cable, a strategic project to secure industrial and technological exchanges between two continents. This cable will significantly reduce telecommunication costs while providing digital continuity between the territories involved. It will also play a key role in supporting the activities of an important space center and contribute to reducing infrastructure costs for users of this network.

We conducted a comprehensive audit of the telecommunications sector for a government and proposed reforms, including a privatization project for the public operator. We also contributed to developing the legal framework for international telecommunications to support modernization and liberalization of the sector, aiming to improve competitiveness and foster innovation.

We assisted a subsidiary operator in renegotiating its long-term service contract with a historical operator, which was crucial for our client.

We assisted a U.S.-based debt and investment fund in analyzing French regulations and market trends in electronic communications as part of a dispute involving a major French telecom operator and its creditors.

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Deals

Deals 16 October 2024
De Gaulle Fleurance supports the Collectivité de Guyane and the Société Publique d’Aménagement Numérique de la Guyane in the launch of the first transatlantic submarine cable
Deals 2 July 2024
Advised by De Gaulle Fleurance, Circle obtains approval as an electronic money institution (EMI) from the French supervisory authority, the ACPR
Deals 17 January 2024
De Gaulle Fleurance advised Tikehau Investment Management on the subscription of Relance Bonds as part of a financing package for the Icape Group

Awards

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Awards IT & Internet
Legal 500
Serge Lederman ranked in Legal 500 – 2025
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Awards Medias, culture, sport et loisirs
Legal 500
Charles-Edouard Renault ranked in Legal 500 – 2025
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Awards Medias, culture, sport et loisirs
Legal 500
Francine Le Péchon-Joubert ranked in Legal 500 – 2025
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Awards Healthcare & Life Sciences
Legal 500
Cécile Théard-Jallu ranked in Legal 500 – 2025
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Awards Data Privacy & Data Protection
Legal 500
Jean-Marie Job ranked in Legal 500 – 2025
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Awards IT & Internet
Legal 500
Georgie Courtois ranked in Legal 500 – 2025

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Legal Counsel - Senior

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    News

    Articles 19 February 2024
    Digital Services Act (DSA) comes into effect for all intermediary services providers