Emmanuelle Payrau of Sorba Payrau is known for handling insurance matters in the construction field. One highly satisfied interviewee describes her as “a great professional; very proactive and pragmatic.”
Public law
“Jean-Philippe Sorba of Sorba Payrau focuses on public works and construction-related public law. Clients value his “capacity for reflection and training in preparation for important negotiations.”
Construction
Construction lawyer Jean-Philippe Sorba of Sorba Payrau is valued by clients for “his capacity to react very quickly in urgent matters.” He advises major construction companies on complex projects and also assists with public and environmental law and town planning.
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Construction
Sorba Payrau advises several major construction groups in the performance of works and construction projects under public and private contracts, as well as in the management of litigation and insurance issues. The team of six lawyers is led by Jean-Philippe Sorba. Emmanuelle Payrau and Xavier Guichaoua are also involved in the cases.
Public Law
Led by Jean-Philippe Sorba, the team of four lawyers from Sorba Payrau is increasingly solicited by major construction groups on extensive infrastructure projects (stadiums, highways). The firm is also greatly valued for its expertise in litigation and boasts skills in public contracts and urban planning. It advises a subsidiary of Lagardère on issues of public property occupancy. Xavier Guichaoua is also a very active member of the team.
Insurance
The team of three lawyers from Sorba Payrau has considerable expertise in advising major construction groups on handling disputes over performance of works or construction projects. The firm also represents insured parties in fraud and banking liability litigation involving high financial stakes. The activity is led by Emmanuelle Payrau, valued for her ‘thorough and highly reliable analysis’.
