by L'équipe | Apr 14, 2026 | Uncategorised
Fairway advised AM Alpha on the acquisition of an office building located at 31 bis rue Bergère in Paris’s 9th arrondissement from Mata Capital.
This asset, comprising approximately 2,100 sqm of office space, together with basement areas and 22 parking spaces, underwent significant preparatory repositioning work prior to its sale.
AM Alpha will now continue this repositioning through an ambitious refurbishment programme, notably including the creation of a rooftop terrace offering unobstructed views of Sacré-Cœur.
As highlighted by Etienne Marcot, Head of France at AM Alpha: “Paris remains one of Europe’s most attractive and competitive office markets. Our local presence enables us to identify compelling off-market opportunities and execute transactions efficiently. This acquisition once again underlines our ability to secure attractive investments for our partners and unlock the asset’s potential through active management and targeted repositioning strategies.”
by L'équipe | Apr 2, 2026 | Non classé
Our Real Estate practice has been ranked Top Tier, and our Tax practice has been distinguished as a Leading Firm (5) — a recognition that reflects the trust of our clients and the commitment of our teams.
We are also delighted to see six of our lawyers individually ranked in Real Estate:
Aubry d’Argenlieu – Hall of Fame
Frédéric Lefébure – Hall of Fame
David Franco – Leading Partner (real estate finance)
Alexandre Poupard – Leading Partner
Franck Denis – Leading Partner
Aurore du Marais – Leading Individual
What Legal500 says about Fairway:
“Fairway A.A.R.P.I. is a leader in the real estate sector, recognised for its professionalism, deep market expertise, and strong client orientation.’ Fairway A.A.R.P.I.’s wide-ranging practice encompasses real estate development, tax, financing and litigation. Aubry d’Argenlieu combines significant experience in corporate and real estate M&A transactions, being regularly called upon by real estate investment funds. Founding partner, Frédéric Lefébure’s wide-ranging expertise spans acquisitions, deal structuring and joint ventures, with notable experience handling strategic partnerships. Franck Denis is a name to note for the purchase and disposal of logistics and data centres, while David Franco excels in the full remit of real estate financing matters. Aurore de Marais is well-versed in negotiating partnership agreements.Alexandre Poupard and Vincent Nédellec joined the firm from Mayer Brown in March 2025, strengthening the firm’s leasing and M&A offering.”
“Fairway A.A.R.P.I.‘s capabilities in the space are centred on real estate tax, spanning matters relating to the construction, acquisition and sale of real estate, as well as the structuring of real estate funds. Emmanuel Galifer steers the practice group and draws on experience assisting French institutional investors, foreign investment funds and property developers on transactional tax.”
What clients say about Fairway:
“Fairway A.A.R.P.I. stands out in the real estate sector for its professionalism, market expertise, and client-focused approach.”
“The team combines strong technical knowledge with clear communication and adaptability, ensuring clients feel supported at every stage.”
“Compared to competitors, they deliver a consistently higher standard of service built on transparency, reliability, and tailored solutions.”
“The team’s innovative mindset is evident in their use of modern technology, efficient collaboration methods, and progressive approaches to recruitment, diversity, and invoicing.”
“By blending traditional expertise with forward-looking practices, Fairway A.A.R.P.I. establishes itself as a benchmark of excellence in delivering real estate services.”
“Fairway A.A.R.P.I. is a leader in the real estate sector, recognised for its professionalism, deep market expertise, and strong client orientation.”
“The team’s ability to combine technical excellence with clear communication and adaptability ensures clients receive tailored solutions and continuous support.”
“Emmanuel Galifer is an outstanding technician, and he knows how to make his conclusions concise and understandable.”
“Availability, attentiveness, responsiveness, competence, innovation.”
“Small team in a firm with all the specialities surrounding our core business, real estate, providing comprehensive support and rapid communication.”
“A very pleasant and helpful team. They provide concrete solutions to operational problems.”
“The tax team at Fairway Law Firm always demonstrates great professionalism and responsiveness.”
“Emmanuel Galifer is always available and offers solutions to all the problems we may encounter in the cases.”
by L'équipe | Mar 27, 2026 | Non classé
Fairway advised the joint venture formed by Générale Continentale Investissement (GCI) and a family office backed by a major French industrial family in connection with the acquisition of the real estate complex located at 29 rue de Sèvres / 48 boulevard Raspail, in Paris’s 6th arrondissement.
This landmark asset, with a total floor area of approximately 13,500 sq m, was historically owned by the Banque de France, which launched a restricted tender process in 2025 for its disposal. The property, organized around a central courtyard and comprising residential units, office space (currently vacant), and ground-floor retail units (occupied by Guerlain and Bocage), represents one of the most significant real estate complexes on Paris’s Left Bank, ideally located opposite the Lutetia and Le Bon Marché.
“This building is a major component of Paris’s real estate heritage,” said Raphaël Raingold, Director at GCI. “Our ambition is to preserve its architectural identity while giving it a new lease of life and fully unlocking its potential. Its exceptional location at the corner of Boulevard Raspail and Rue de Sèvres makes it a unique address. Our goal is to restore it to its full splendor and make it a benchmark on the Left Bank.”
by L'équipe | Mar 11, 2026 | Non classé
Fairway advised Mindston Capital on the refinancing of the 34 Foch transaction, an iconic mansion with a surface area of 3,160 m² located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris.
The Mindston Luxury Real Estate fund raised €62 million in debt from Incus Capital, enabling it to refinance the initial acquisition debt and cover the entire cost of the project (construction, carrying costs, and fees).
Acquired at the end of 2023 for €46.5 million, the Blumenthal-Montmorency mansion is currently undergoing a complete renovation, with delivery expected in just over a year. Ultimately, the asset will be sold to a single buyer in the ultra-luxury residential market in Paris.
“We are very pleased to be partnering with Incus Capital to support this new phase of the project,” said Sébastien Bertin. “Their confidence and expertise will be instrumental in successfully restoring this unique heritage asset in the heart of Paris.”
by L'équipe | Feb 4, 2026 | Non classé
Fairway is pleased to announce to announce that our firm has once again been ranked by Chambers and Partners France.
This year, the firm is ranked Band 2 in Real Estate, and seven of our lawyers have been individually recognised across key practice areas.
In Real Estate:
Aubry d’Argenlieu (Band 2)
Frédéric Lefébure (Band 2)
Alexandre Poupard (Band 3)
Franck Denis (Band 4)
Cloé Teisson (Up & Coming)
In Real Estate Finance:
David Franco (Band 2)
In Real Estate Tax:
Emmanuel Galifer (Band 3)
What the Team is Known For :
Fairway offers a well-reputed real estate practice covering all aspects of real estate including M&A, leases and litigation. The team boasts particular expertise in real estate financing, representing a broad range of clients including listed and non-listed real estate companies, investment funds and insurance companies. Lawyers in the practice are experienced in hospitality and office real estate matters.
“Fairway is highly responsive, pragmatic and solution-oriented. It provides clear, actionable advice tailored to business objectives, while maintaining strong technical precision in complex matters.“
“The team has excellent technical expertise with a good understanding of negotiation dynamics. The lawyers have good knowledge of our company and our various cases.“
