Matthias Louette
AVOCAT AU BARREAU DE PARIS
Education and Background
Matthias Louette has been a member of the Paris Bar since 2020.
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He first specialized in commercial law and insolvency proceedings under the guidance of Maître Guilhem Brémond. He then advised his clients on restructuring strategies and crisis management at the business law firm Qivive Avocats & Rechtsanwälte, founded by Dr. Christophe Kühl, a leader in Franco-German litigation. There, he handled complex cross-border cases in commercial law and insolvency law.
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After completing his training in the organized crime and terrorism chambers of the General Prosecutor’s Office
of the Paris Court of Appeal, Matthias Louette developed a solid practice in criminal law over several years, gaining experience alongside renowned Parisian defense lawyers such as Maître Sébastien Schapira and Maître Jean-Baptiste Colombani.
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With Maître Jean-Baptiste Colombani, he acquired expertise in general criminal law, emergency criminal defense, and detention litigation, particularly in police custody, pre-trial detention hearings, and sentencing adjustments.
Under the mentorship of Maître Sébastien Schapira, he honed his skills in business criminal law and press law, defending companies and individuals involved in financial fraud, misappropriation, and media-related offenses.
He holds an LL.M. in International Business Law from the University of Potsdam (Germany) and a Master’s degree in Comparative Business Law from the Université Paris Nanterre. He completed his entire legal education within the bilingual Franco-German program jointly offered by both universities.
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As a fluent German speaker, Matthias Louette also regularly works in English, allowing him to effectively handle international and cross-border legal matters.
Fees
According to Article 11 of the National Internal Regulations for the Legal Profession, clear rules govern fee structures:
“Fees are set according to customary practices, taking into account the client’s financial situation, the complexity of the case, the expenses incurred by the lawyer, their reputation, and the work performed. A lawyer may charge fees even if a case is withdrawn before its conclusion, based on the work completed.”
Fees are determined in full consultation with clients, and no billing occurs without prior agreement and discussion.
Commitment to Diversity
and Inclusion
As a member of the AFA LGBT Lawyers’ Association, Matthias Louette is actively engaged in defending LGBTQ+ rights.
This commitment reflects his values of compassion, attentiveness, and determination, underscoring his dedication to equality and the protection of discriminated individuals.