The well-regarded team at Herald Avocats utilises an in-depth knowledge of the music sector to represent notable industry clients in complex litigation. Co-head Jean Castelain is note for his a specialist knowledge of media and intellectual property law, while Juliette Félix maintains a strong reputation for representing clients – notably major record labels – in litigation that spans music and entertainment law.

UGGC Avocats acts for a notable client base, ranging from significant music industry figures to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The team advises on licensing agreements, content infringement and the negotiation of contracts, with a recent highlight supporting the development of a musical application that enables users to generate voices through AI. Anne-Marie Pecoraro leads the team and is regarded as a ‘force to be reckoned with’ in the music industry, with strong expertise in the establishment of legal and financing schemes, the clearing of rights, touring, and issues pertaining to record labels, streaming platforms and management agencies. Rodolphe Boissau is also a key contact.

The dedicated IP team at WAN Avocats has strong credentials in the music sector, consistently excelling in matters concerning music, image rights and publishing law. Offering a full-service practice that spans contract negotiation, litigation and advisory services, the team handles a diverse range of clients within the music industry. Leading the team, Isabelle Wekstein-Steg utilises specialist IP expertise, advising artists, production companies and leading record labels. Of note, Wekstein-Steg advised on the agreement negotiations for a major international artist performing in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games opening ceremony. Nicolas Rzeznik and Amélie Gouazé are also noted.

Specialist IP firm Barnett Avocats advises an impressive roster of global clients, comprising major recording artists and record labels, on a wide range of contractual and litigation matters. A notable highlight involved advising the COJO (Organising Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games) on all music law issues connected to the global event. Marc-Olivier Deblanc leads the team alongside Clémence Lapôtre.

The team at CMS Francis Lefebvre advises national and multinational companies on various commercial and copyright matters in the music sector, utilising cross-department expertise from the firm's IP and technology, media and communications departments. Florentin Sanson, who was promoted to partner in 2024, leads the music team and has strength drafting and negotiating production and exploitation agreements for podcasts and musical, audiovisual, cinematographic and advertising works.

NomoS leverages deep-rooted knowledge in music production to represent large record companies, including Sony Music and Warner Music, in both advisory and litigation work. The team also has strong ties to key music industry union groups, notably SNEP, IFPI, CSDEM, and CEMF. Eric Lauvaux co-heads the team, assisting producers and publishers of cultural content in navigating the digital environment. Fellow co-head Hélène Delabarre represents key players in the media and entertainment sector in litigation and also advises on acquisitions in the music sector. Florence Dauvergne and Sylvain Naillat are also recommended.

111 avocats advises global clients, including Amazon Studios, on services contract negotiations and label management issues. The team is particularly active in advising on legal issues surrounding audio-visual works, with founding partner Elsa Huisman assisting US platforms and studios in their deployment in France. Benjamin Giniez and Emmanuelle Bergeret are other key names.

Boutique firm NEXT AVOCATS advises on various aspects of music law, with a particular depth of expertise surrounding the live music industry. A notable highlight involved representing clients in combatting the marketing of illegal tickets for live music shows. Étienne Papin harnesses extensive experience to advise many of France’s leading live show organisers and Stéphanie Foulgoc has developed a practice surrounding the exploitation of music, acquisition of rights for original music and the negotiation of broadcasting rights.

Valther is a boutique firm offering legal advisory, contract drafting and litigation services to a wide range of clients across the media and entertainment landscape. The team leverages specialised IP, copyright and trademark expertise, with Xavier Près acting for notable public operators within the cultural sector, including the Philharmonie des enfants. Vincent Varet is recognised as 'extremely precise and responsive', providing strong intellectual property and IT law expertise.