--- title: "About Us" id: "1949" type: "page" slug: "the-firm" published_at: "2026-01-22T14:06:03+00:00" modified_at: "2026-06-04T12:21:57+00:00" url: "https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/the-firm/" markdown_url: "https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/the-firm.md" excerpt: "From complexity to decision. From expertise to action. Strategy Decision Excellence Precision 0 Impact Our Approach to AI We use the law to enable action. By translating legal complexity into practical solutions, we enable companies and public institutions to make..." taxonomy_language: - "English" taxonomy_post_translations: - "pll_697228ffaf0e2" --- ## *From complexity to decision.* **From expertise to action.** - Strategy - Decision - Excellence - Precision 0 Impact [Our Approach to AI](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/ia/) We use the law to enable action. By translating legal complexity into practical solutions, we enable companies and public institutions to make decisions and act with rigor, confidence, and vision. As an independent firm working alongside decision-makers, we combine legal excellence, a deep understanding of business challenges, and a strong collaborative culture to secure decisions and move projects forward. [Our Approach to AI](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/ia/) In an environment shaped by uncertainty and rapid change, we see the law not as a constraint but as a means of creating clarity and securing long-term direction. We deploy the most relevant tools and expertise to strengthen the quality and reliability of our analysis, in service of what matters most: understanding the issues, making sound decisions, and building lasting trust. ## Governance - Strategy - Dialogue - Vision - Guidance [Learn More](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/organization-and-governance/) - Management Committee - Partners’ Assembly - Partnership Committee Management Committee //01The management committee leads the firm’s day-to-day operations and ensures strategic execution. ## Management *Committee* Partners’ Assembly //02The partners’ assembly approves all major decisions guiding the firm’s direction. ## *Partners’ Assembly* Partnership Committee //03This committee supports the growth and professional development of the firm’s lawyers. ## Partnership *Committee* [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/basile-ader/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/basile-ader/) 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[https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/marie-helene-bensadoun/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/marie-helene-bensadoun/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/alexandra-berg-moussa/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/alexandra-berg-moussa/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/helene-billery/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/helene-billery/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/jean-damien-boulanger/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/jean-damien-boulanger/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/vincent-brenot/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/vincent-brenot/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/jerome-brosset/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/jerome-brosset/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/bernard-cazeneuve/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/bernard-cazeneuve/) 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[https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/fabienne-haas/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/fabienne-haas/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/jennifer-hinge/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/jennifer-hinge/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/laure-hosni/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/laure-hosni/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/catherine-le-manchec/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/catherine-le-manchec/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/philippe-lorentz/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/philippe-lorentz/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/eric-manca/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/eric-manca/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/lionel-martin/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/lionel-martin/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/etienne-mathey/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/etienne-mathey/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/emmanuelle-mignon/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/emmanuelle-mignon/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/astrid-mignon-colombet/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/astrid-mignon-colombet/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/valerie-munoz-pons/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/valerie-munoz-pons/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/francois-pochart/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/francois-pochart/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/pascale-pontroue/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/pascale-pontroue/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/anais-qureshi/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/anais-qureshi/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/antonia-raccat/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/antonia-raccat/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/patrick-ramon-23/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/patrick-ramon-23/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/mahasti-razavi/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/mahasti-razavi/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/diane-reboursier/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/diane-reboursier/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/antoine-ricol/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/antoine-ricol/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/xavier-rohmer/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/xavier-rohmer/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/mathilde-saltiel/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/mathilde-saltiel/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/benjamin-van-gaver/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/benjamin-van-gaver/) [https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/julien-wagmann/](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/collaborateur/julien-wagmann/) ### Firm History 1995 2000 2007 2011 2012 2013 2015 2018 2019 2021 2023 2024 2025 Précédent Suivant 1995 ### Founding of the Firm Gilles August and Olivier Debouzy establish an independent law firm at the intersection of business law and public law, a model that was unprecedented in France at the time. 2000 ### New Governance Emmanuelle Barbara, who developed the firm’s employment law practice, becomes Managing Partner and leads the structuring of all practice areas. 2007 ### Women’s Forum Active participation in the creation of the Women’s Forum, reflecting the firm’s commitment to diversity and gender equality. 2011 ### Olivier Debouzy Prize In tribute to the co-founder, who passed away in 2010, the firm and the Club des Juristes establish the “Legal Ideas Agitator” award to promote reflection and innovation in law. [Learn More](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/prix-olivier-debouzy/) 2012 ### Law Firm of the Year First “Law Firm of the Year: France” award granted by The Lawyer European Awards, recognizing the firm as a leading player in the French market. 2013 ### Start You Up Launch of a legal support program for innovative start-ups, designed to support the French entrepreneurial ecosystem. 2015 ### Twenty Years of Independence In two decades, the firm has grown from 10 lawyers and 2 practice areas to more than 130 professionals, covering 20 areas of expertise and 13 sectors, establishing a unique independent full-service model in the Paris market. 2018 ### New Managing Partner Mahasti Razavi becomes Managing Partner and defines a strategy centered on excellence, innovation, and collaboration. 2019 ### ADay to Give Launch of ADay to Give, inviting every lawyer to dedicate one day a year to a social cause. 2021 ### New Headquarters Relocation to 7 rue de Téhéran, 75008 Paris, into open spaces designed to foster collaboration and cross-practice interaction. 2023 ### Brussels Office Opening of the Brussels office to support clients closer to European institutions and contribute to the development of law. 2024 ### Law Firm of the Year Third “Law Firm of the Year: France” award granted by The Lawyer European Awards, confirming the firm’s position among the leaders in the French market. 2025 ### Artificial Intelligence Integration of artificial intelligence at the core of the firm’s practices, enabling lawyers to focus on the most strategic aspects of their work. i ## Diverse Expertise *and Collective Commitment* For more than 30 years, we have brought together legal expertise, a wide range of specializations, and an innovative mindset. Our collaborative model empowers us to help companies navigate their most complex strategic challenges, with one constant goal: transforming legal excellence into operational strength. - 141 Lawyers - 42 Partners - €91M in Revenue - 54% Women ## *Latest* News [27/08/26 Deal 1 min August Debouzy advises Etherna Immunotherapies on its combination with Valerio Therapeutics to accelerate the development of targeted RNA-based therapies August Debouzy advised Etherna Immunotherapies on its proposed acquisition by Valerio Therapeutics. The €30 million transaction, supported by a €40.25 million PIPE financing, will create an integrated biotechnology company focused on RNA-based medicines.](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/deal/august-debouzy-advises-etherna-immunotherapies-on-its-combination-with-valerio-therapeutics-to-accelerate-the-development-of-targeted-rna-based-therapies/) [30/07/26 Legal Article 25 min Due Diligence in China: Compliance in the Crossfire of Conflicting Legal Regimes This article examines the challenges European companies face when conducting compliance due diligence in China, where European obligations (sanctions, duty of vigilance, and anti-corruption) may conflict with Chinese law. It outlines practical measures to adapt due diligence processes, enabling businesses to meet regulatory requirements while protecting local teams and minimizing legal risks.](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/legal-article/due-diligence-in-china-compliance-in-the-crossfire-of-conflicting-legal-regimes/) [27/07/26 Legal Article 8 min The EU’s New Anti-Corruption Directive: A Landmark Reform with Unresolved Tensions](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/legal-article/the-eus-new-anti-corruption-directive-a-landmark-reform-with-unresolved-tensions/) [27/07/26 Legal Article 5 min EU Green Taxonomy: General Court Annuls Exclusion of Business Aircraft Manufacturing The General Court of the European Union annulled the EU Green Taxonomy provisions excluding business aircraft manufacturing from transitional activities, finding that the European Commission had based its decision on an incomplete and flawed assessment. The ruling could have significant implications for financing and sustainability reporting in the aviation sector.](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/legal-article/eu-green-taxonomy-general-court-annuls-exclusion-of-business-aircraft-manufacturing/) [27/07/26 Legal Article 9 min The EU’s New Anti-Corruption Directive: A Landmark Reform with Unresolved Tensions Directive (EU) 2026/1021 marks a major step towards harmonising anti-corruption laws across Europe. This article examines its key provisions, remaining limitations, and the changes required to align French law with the new framework.](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/legal-article/the-eus-new-anti-corruption-directive-a-landmark-reform-with-unresolved-tensions-2/) 01 05 Précédent Suivant [Find our latest news](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/le-hub/) ## Recognitions *France 0 and International* Legal 500 01 ### 59 Nominations in Legal 500 Acknowledgment of the quality of our expertise and the consistency of our legal performance. Chambers 02 ### 48 Nominations in Chambers International recognition of our excellence and strategic approach to law. Best Lawyers 03 ### 54 Lawyers Ranked in Best Lawyers Distinction awarded to our lawyers for their expertise and collective impact. ## A Committed *and Responsible Firm* CSR & Commitments Social and environmental responsibility lies at the heart of our strategy. Driven by our values of excellence, fairness, and commitment, we make CSR a lasting force for performance and collective progress. [Learn More](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/our-commitments/) - Diversity & Inclusion - Environment - Pro bono - Arts & Culture ## *Join us* **Use law as a catalyst for action and decision-making.** Join us - Boldness - Strategy - Excellence - Collective 0 [Learn More](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/joins-us/)