De Gaulle Fleurance contributes to The Legal Industry Reviews France, Saudi Arabia Desk, 11th Edition

Articles 3 March 2026

We are proud to have contributed to the 11th edition of LIR France with a pragmatic analysis of the EU Data Act and its far-reaching implications for access to, use of and sharing of data across the European Union.

In this edition, Cécile Théard-Jallu and Matthieu Dary, partners, together with Louisa Imatte, associate, provide an in-depth analysis of the new obligations introduced by Regulation (EU) 2023/2854, a cornerstone of the EU data economy framework.

The article examines in particular:

the reallocation of data access and control rights;
new rules on data sharing, interoperability and portability;
limits on unfair contractual terms;
the progressive implementation timeline through 2027.

These developments significantly impact manufacturers of connected products, digital service providers, data holders and users.

We extend our sincere thanks to LIR for this trusted collaboration and to our contributors for their rigorous and forward-looking analysis.

Other Highlights

January 14, 2026

Development of Pharmacy in the New Space

Cécile Théard-Jallu and Francine Le Péchon Joubert spoke at a conference organized by the Académie nationale de Pharmacie.

The conference focused on how legal tools, including the forthcoming EU Space Act, can be leveraged to secure and develop innovative space-based health technologies and to protect related intangible assets.

December 19, 2025

Digital Accessibility in France

Analysis of digital accessibility in France following the implementation of the European Accessibility Act (EAA).

Contribution by Cécile Théard-Jallu and Louisa Imatte.

December 12, 2025

Legal 500 – Innovation, Technology & M&A

Contribution to the “France – Technology & M&A” guide published by The Legal 500.

The chapter covers digital assets, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and intellectual property in M&A transactions.

Contributors: Anker Sorensen, Anne Maréchal, Cécile Théard-Jallu, Aurélien Djafari-Rouhani, Charlotte Hébert-Salomon and Adam Stolcz.

September 24, 2025

Employee Engagement on Social Media

Webinar dedicated to the HR and legal challenges of employee engagement on social media.

Topics addressed included employees’ rights and obligations, trade secret protection, employer liability, and best practices in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

Speakers: Francine Le Péchon Joubert, Claire Tergeman and Grégoire Froussart.