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Litigation: Elite

France

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Avocat à la cour, Dimitri Lecat is a partner in Freshfields’ Dispute Resolution practice group in Paris and a member of the firm’s Global Investigations and Global Antitrust Litigation practice groups.

Dimitri is highly experienced in banking, securities and financial services litigation, as well as in regulatory investigations and enforcement proceedings, particularly before the Sanctions Commission of the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF), France’s financial markets regulator.

Over the past decade, he has developed strong expertise in resolving mass claims and collective actions, and defending clients in cartel follow-on damages claims. He also advises on commercial and business law matters, shareholder disputes, and post-acquisition litigation.

In addition, Dimitri has substantial experience handling global investigations across various sectors, including financial services, banking, technology, defence and automotive.

His practice further extends to white-collar crime, advising clients on risk prevention and representing both defendants and civil parties, especially in corruption-related matters.

Career

Partner at Freshfields since 2011.

Professional Memberships

Admitted to the Paris bar (Avocat à la cour)

Languages Spoken

English

French

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Litigation: Elite - France

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Dimitri Lecat moves up the rankings. He is sought after for his work in commercial litigation, including financial disputes and contractual issues. He displays further expertise in regulatory investigations.

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Dimitri Lecat progresse dans le classement. Il a une large expérience en litige commercial, y compris les litiges financiers et contractuels. Il fait preuve d’une expertise supplémentaire en matière d’enquêtes réglementaires.

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