ABOUT ME
As a Partner at THELYS AVOCATS, I have practiced business litigation in Marseille for nearly 20 years. My practice is focused on the strategic defense of corporate executives, shareholders, and companies facing complex legal disputes.
My work is primarily dedicated to business dispute resolution, specifically addressing conflicts that directly impact the legal, financial, and structural stability of a business.
I am a founding partner of THELYS AVOCATS and have been a member of the Bar for two decades. Early in my career, my oral advocacy skills were recognized by my peers when I won the Marseille Bar’s prestigious moot court competition (Conférence du Stage).
Since then, I have developed parallel expertise in civil and commercial litigation, as well as white-collar criminal law.
Deeply passionate about entrepreneurship, I hold a certification in Business Strategy from HEC Paris and serve as a lecturer at KEDGE Business School.
I support my clients over the long term through a relationship built on unwavering trust. I view myself as a partner in their success and a shield against various legal threats.
EXPERTISE
Debt Recovery and Pre-litigation Management
I assist companies at every stage of the debt recovery process, prioritizing efficient and secure methods, whether through amicable settlements or judicial action. My intervention includes:
-Amicable and judicial recovery of commercial debts.
-Upstream contractual securing to prevent payment defaults.
-Implementation of tailored pre-litigation strategies aimed at mitigating financial risks while preserving commercial relationships whenever possible.
Shareholder Disputes and Governance Conflicts
I regularly intervene in shareholder disputes, particularly within:
-Commercial companies.
-Regulated professional structures (SEL, SELARL, SELAS).
These sensitive matters frequently involve:
-Challenging the transfer of shares or stock.
-Situations of abuse of majority or minority power.
-Shareholder exclusion procedures.
-Deadlock situations and governance conflicts. These cases require a balanced approach—combining legal rigor, strategic foresight, and human sensitivity—given their impact on the company’s survival.
Executive Liability and Complex Litigation
I represent business leaders in litigation relating to their civil and commercial liability, notably regarding:
-Management misconduct (faute de gestion) claims.
-Disputes involving the personal liability of the executive.
-Complex business litigation with high financial or reputational stakes. Each case undergoes a thorough risk analysis to define the most effective line of defense.
Commercial Real Estate Litigation
I act for companies, executives, investors, and real estate professionals in disputes affecting their economic activity:
-Commercial and Professional Leases: Rent arrears, rent reviews and fixations, lease renewals, eviction compensation, termination clauses, and eviction proceedings.
-Commercial Real Estate Transactions: Disputes involving the sale or acquisition of commercial/industrial premises, breach of contract, latent defects (vices cachés), non-conformity, and intermediary liability.
-Construction and Development Litigation: Disputes between developers, contractors, and insurers (delivery delays, defects, contractual and decennial liability).
As a former member of the Marseille Bar Council and a member of the Ethics Commission, I have also developed specialized expertise in assisting legal professionals (lawyers, bailiffs, notaries).
A Strategy-Driven & Human-Centered Approach
Business litigation involves critical stakes for executives. I am committed to building a relationship based on trust, transparency, and clarity—essential when facing high-impact legal challenges.
Every case benefits from:
-An in-depth strategic analysis.
-A realistic assessment of risks and outcomes.
-Personalized support focused on the robust defense of the client’s interests and the success of their professional projects.
MY VALUES: DILIGENCE AND HUMANITY
A former Bar Council member and Premier Lauréat de la Conférence, I practice law with core values: hard work, legal rigor, and humanity. These principles guide my daily commitment to my clients.
I am dedicated to mentoring my associates and teaching my students. I believe in integrating legal defense into a global, sustainable strategy.
At THELYS AVOCATS, our dynamic and highly skilled team allows these values to flourish in a professional yet warm environment. I am proud of the work we achieve and the spirit that drives us; our firm’s rapid growth is the greatest reward for our dedication.
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In addition to my legal practice, I am a lecturer at KEDGE Business School, where I teach Business Law in English.
With a Master’s degree (Master 2) in International Contract Law and a Certificate in Business Strategy completed in English, my professional background has a strong international focus.
This dual expertise ensures a fluent command of legal English and a deep understanding of global economic stakes.
I leverage these skills to support SME executives and partners navigating cross-border challenges or operating within internationalized business environments.