Gilles Rouvier was invited by the Louis Bachelier institution to lead a roundtable on the challenges of cybersecurity related to artificial intelligence, addressing risks associated with “Shadow AI,” human vulnerabilities, systemic risks, AI governance, the European regulatory framework, as well as impacts on sectors such as insurance.
This discussion highlighted the importance for companies to develop governance strategies to securely and responsibly leverage AI.
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We are proud to announce that Lawways Avocats‘ Corporate, M&A & Private Equity Team has been ranked among the highly renowned firms in the Décideurs 2025 ranking, for mergers & acquisitions transactions up to €75M.
This distinction reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting our clients with excellence and expertise in all their operations.
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Lawways Avocats is honored to see its Digital Team ranking Band 4 in TMT in the Chambers Guide 2026, underscoring the firm’s leadership and deep expertise in the technology and digital sector.
In addition, Gilles Rouvier has been individuallyranked Band 3 in TMT – Information & Technology, a testament to his outstanding expertise, strategic vision, and influential role in shaping the sector. His recognition reflects both his sustained impact on high-profile technology matters and his reputation as a trusted advisor to leading companies.
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Gilles Rouvier, nominated for TopLegalVoices 2025, was interviewed by Lamy Liaisons to share his perspective on the impact of new technologies and artificial intelligence on the practice of law.
Drawing on his extensive professional experience and the creation of his firm, Lawways Avocats, he explains how AI is transforming legal practice by freeing up time for high value-added tasks, while also requiring a thorough understanding of these tools.
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Lawways Avocats is pleased to announce the arrival of its new associate, Swann Coullet.
Swann was sworn in on February 2nd, 2026, before the Paris Commercial Court.
We wish her great success as she embarks on her legal career.
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Lawways Avocats attended Business Connect IA organized by the Paris Village by CA, an event bringing together more than 70 participants — including numerous startups from the Villages by CA network — around a central theme: deploying responsible, compliant, and value-driven AI. Technological sovereignty, regulatory frameworks, and the strategic use of data were at the heart of the discussions.
Gilles Rouvier stood out with a structured and pragmatic contribution on the concrete conditions required to implement responsible AI, balancing innovation with regulatory requirements.
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Gilles Rouvier led a roundtable on AI governance alongside Jean-Marc Humbert (INETUM) and Arnaud Maréchal (Orange), discussing how to manage AI to innovate safely, leverage data, and anticipate regulatory risks.
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We are pleased to announce that Gilles Rouvier has been nominated among the Visionaries and Legal Thought Leaders in the Top Legal Voices 2025 ranking, organized by Maddyness and Lamyline.
Many thanks to everyone who voted.
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This morning, Lawways Avocats, in partnership with the Law firm BDGS, hosted an M&A breakfast on “Planning for a Successful Full or Partial Business Sale” with an engaged and knowledgeable audience.
We thank all participants for their thoughtful questions and active contributions, which made for a rich and insightful discussion on this strategic topic.
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We are pleased to announce that Lawways Avocats’ Digital Team have once again been recognised by Décideurs and Leaders League in the 2025 rankings, in the following practice areas:
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Gilles Rouvier, as President of CYBERLEX, led the association’s annual conference at the Senate on June 16, 2026 on the theme: “AI Regulation Already Outpaced by Reality”.
The event featured three roundtables focusing on key topics:
These discussions demonstrate the Lawways Avocats Team’s commitment to curiosity, deep expertise, and guiding clients through the evolving intersection of law and technology.
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We are pleased to share that, once again, Lawways Avocats‘ Digital and Corporate, M&A & Private Equity Teams have been recognised in the Palmarès du Droit 2025 for their excellence. This year, the firm has been awarded three trophies in the following categories:
These distinctions reflect the deep expertise of the Lawways Avocats‘ Teams and our ongoing commitment to supporting clients across complex legal matters, including technology, intellectual property, and strategic corporate operations.
We are very proud of these achievements —they are a testament to our hard work and passion, and above all, of the exceptional clients we have the privilege to support.
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Laura Pallavicini spoke at the Dogfinance.com conference on “The Importance of Advisory in Private Equity Transactions.” The session offered a valuable opportunity for Laura Pallavicini to share her insights and engage with professionals and emerging talent passionate about the private equity sector.
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Lawways Avocats has become a partner of Réseau Entreprendre® Yvelines, thereby reinforcing its commitment to supporting entrepreneurs. This partnership enables the firm to actively support innovative projects and to provide its legal expertise to businesses, alongside numerous highly skilled professionals.
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We are pleased to announce that, for the fifth consecutive year, Gilles Rouvier has been ranked Band 4 in the Information Technology category by Chambers and Partners, the internationally recognised legal ranking.
This distinction reflects the advanced expertise developed by the Lawways Avocats’ Digital Team and its strong commitment to supporting clients on strategic technology matters, including AI, Open Source, IT contracts, Intellectual Property and Data Governance.
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Lawways Avocats participated in workshops for start-ups incubated at B3 Village by CA Vierzon, providing practical guidance and legal insights on key strategic issues.
Intellectual Property, Open Source, and Artificial Intelligence: Legal Challenges for Start-Ups
The workshops addressed:
Fundraising for Start-Ups: Key Legal Considerations
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Lawways Avocats is proud to be recognized once again in the #PalmaresDuDroit2024, receiving six distinctions among the top law firms (fewer than 10 lawyers) in the following categories:
These awards reflect the expertise and commitment of the Lawways Avocats‘ Teams in advising clients on strategic and innovative legal matters.
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We are pleased to announce that Gilles Rouvier is listed in the 2023 edition of Who’s Who Legal in the following categories:
– Thought Leader – France – Data
– National Leader – France – Data
– Global Leader – Data Privacy & Protection
– Global Leader – Data – Information Technology
Many thanks to our customers!
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We are pleased to announce that the Lawways Avocats’ Digital team has once again been ranked highly in the “Legal 500 EMEA 2023” international ranking of law firms in the IT & New Technologies category.
This ranking is the result of an in-depth, independent survey conducted by Legal 500 EMEA, based on testimonials from our clients.
To view the full ranking, please visit : https://www.legal500.fr/c/paris/secteurs-et-industries/it-and-internet/.
Once again, a big thank you to our customers for their trust, and congratulations to the entire Lawways IT team!
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Lawways Avocats is pleased to announce that Gilles Rouvier has been recognized for his expertise in information technology in the Chambers & Partners 2023 ranking.
This recognition underscores the commitment of Gilles Rouvier and Lawways Avocats to excellence and innovation in the delivery of high quality legal services.
Many thanks to our clients for the trust they place in us.
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We are pleased to announce that Lawways Avocats’ IT and Corporate Teams have been recognized at the Palmarès du Droit 2023 organized by Le Monde du Droit, taking first place in several categories (for firms with fewer than 10 lawyers):
– Private Equity
– Mergers & Acquisitions < 50 million euros
– Information Technology (IP/ICT)
– Data protection and cybersecurity
– Copyright law
The ranking designates the best legal advisors based on feedback from their clients.
These awards testify to our commitment to providing quality legal solutions and staying at the forefront of legal developments in our fields.
Thank you to our clients for their vote of confidence!
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We are proud to announce that Lawways Avocats is among the top law firms in France in the Innovation, Technologies & Telecoms category of the Décideurs 2023 ranking.
Lawways Avocats is referenced in the following categories:
– “Excellent” in IT, software and digital projects
– “Highly regarded” in Personal Data Law
– “Strong reputation” in Internet Law
– “Quality Practice” in Telecommunications Law
Consult the full rankings here: Décideurs 2023 ranking – Lawways
Thank you to our clients for their trust and continued support!
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