Fairway is pleased to be ranked in 3 practice areas in the Legal 500 EMEA 2025 rankings : real estate (Top tier), Environment (Band 3) and Tax (Band 5).
In addition, six of our lawyers are ranked in the real estate section : Aubry d’Argenlieu, Frédéric Lefébure (Hall of Fame), Alexandre Poupard, David Franco (Leading Partners), Franck Denis (Next Generation Partner) and Aurore du Marais (Leading Associate).
Legal 500 Editorial commentary :
Praised as a ‘specialist team in real estate, Fairway A.A.R.P.I. is well equipped to handle property development, financing, and tax matters. Aubry d’Argenlieu is well versed in leasing, and Frédéric Lefébure is skilled in the corporate aspects of real estate transactions, while David Franco handles financing. Franck Denis is highly regarded in the office, hotel, and residential sectors, and Cloé Teisson was promoted to partner in July 2024. Aurore de Marais, Mary Dutton, and Fanny Roiena are also key members of the team.
The environment and sustainable development practice group at Fairway A.A.R.P.I. addresses environmental law issues linked to real estate or corporate transactions within the industrial activities and renewable energy industries. Juliette Bril, who heads the team, has in-depth expertise in industrial regulations and real estate-related environmental law issues.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials :
‘They are a specialist team in real estate, with a full scope of services.’
‘They are very well connected to the French market, and the firm is on top of industry trends. They are very knowledgeable about our investment strategies and way of working.’
‘The Fairway team stands out for its unique combination of in-depth technical skills and a genuine sense of partnership with its clients. Their strength lies in their detailed knowledge of market dynamics and real estate law. They adapt their solutions according to the files and different interlocutors, offering a seamless “one-stop shop” experience.’
‘They are responsive, pragmatic, business-oriented, and have a 360-degree vision. It is a real pleasure to have them as advisers.’
‘Aubry d’Argenlieu is a key figure in the real estate sector. He has participated in all the market’s major structuring operations over the last 25 years.’
‘Franck Denis and his team are available, attentive, and deeply client-focused. They possess strong market knowledge, especially in real estate development, and have a business-oriented approach. Their innovative solutions demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the sector.’
‘David Franco is responsive, proactive, and an excellent strategist and negotiator. His ability to structure complex transactions and his deep understanding of real estate market dynamics make him an indispensable ally.’
‘Frédéric Lefébure combines a wide range of legal skills with a pragmatic approach. He is a deal-maker who prioritises client interests while maintaining constructive relations with counterparts.’
‘Responsiveness, availability, operational efficiency, pragmatism. Management of complex subjects. Digitalization.’
‘Juliette Bril: Responsiveness, availability, operational efficiency, pragmatism, results-oriented. Management of complex subjects.’
‘I have been a client of Juliette Bril for 20 years and I always use her services as she excels in Environmental Law and particularly in the Law of Classified Installations for the Protection of the Environment (ICPE).’
‘A team that is available, attentive to issues, experienced, proactive and innovative.’
‘When it comes to tax law, Emmanuel Galifer provides high-level advice and client support.’
‘Emmanuel Galifer is well regarded.’
‘I would like to highlight Fairway’s responsiveness, availability, and clarity in its explanations in a specialty like taxation, which is quite abstract for many.’
‘Personally, I was able to work directly and regularly with Mr. Galifer. It is very valuable to have access to the partner of the specialty in addition to the team members as this allows for increased fluidity in the discussions.’
‘Fairway’s tax team is competitive and responsive.’
