In a significant shift within the legal landscape in Paris, Frédéric Chevallier, previously the co-head of intellectual property at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, has joined the ranks of McDermott Will & Emery. Chevallier is noted for his expertise in leading cross-border patent litigation, especially before the Unified Patent Court. This move is part of broader changes following Herbert Smith Freehills’ merger with Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel.
Additionally, Norton Rose Fulbright has appointed the former head of Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer’s Paris Real Estate division, further illustrating the ripple effects of the recent merger within the firm’s strategic leadership.
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