Louis-Marie Absil

Louis‑Marie regularly represents the firm’s clients before civil, commercial and criminal courts, as well as in ad hoc arbitration proceedings.

His practice focuses primarily on corporate litigation, shareholder disputes, and commercial litigation, in particular matters relating to the non‑performance or termination of contracts. He has also developed strong expertise in high‑level corporate transaction disputes, including post‑acquisition litigation (notably disputes relating to warranties and indemnities and earn‑out mechanisms), as well as in sports law litigation, acting for professional sports clubs.

In matters of unfair competition, Louis‑Marie regularly assists clients in pre‑litigation procedures under Article 145 of the French Code of Civil Procedure, including evidentiary measures and the seizure of electronic data.

He advises companies in financial distress, both at the prevention stage (ad hoc mandates, conciliation proceedings, negotiations with creditors) and in safeguard, restructuring and liquidation proceedings, including the implementation of safeguard or continuation plans, asset sales, personal sanctions against directors, and claims based on insufficiency of assets.

Finally, he advises and represents executives and corporate officers, both upon taking up and leaving office. He has also developed a practice in financial and business criminal law and is widely recognized for his ability to manage and navigate crisis situations.

Advising a consulting firm in a liability action brought by one of its clients.

Advising FC Nantes in various commercial and criminal disputes.

Defense of a publishing company in the context of a corporate governance crisis and a shareholder dispute. Monitoring of conciliation proceedings, obtaining the appointment of an ad hoc representative, liability action…

Defending the interests of a retail group in the context of the judicial recovery procedure of a former member of the group. Initiation of a third-party opposition action against a ruling allowing the debtor to avoid honoring the original recovery plan.

2026

Legal 500 2026 - Dispute Resolution - Tier 2 

“Availability. Conscientious work. Depth and attention to detail. Compared to teams of equivalent quality, less conformity and more availability, proximity, listening and responsiveness.”
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Legal 500 2026 - White-Collar Crime - Tier 2

“The firm handles a large number of cases, in particular high‑profile matters involving tax fraud, corruption, and violations of public procurement rules.”
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2025

Legal 500 – Dispute Resolution – Tier 2

“Reinhart Marville Torre has a large and experienced team capable of handling a wide variety of matters, including complex and challenging cases. Combining strong expertise in both commercial and criminal law, the firm is notably instructed by major companies to assist them with sensitive governance issues and regularly represents investment funds in shareholder disputes. It also manages a high volume of commercial litigation, including follow‑on competition disputes in the distribution sector.”

“Jérôme Marsaudon and Louis‑Marie Absil are both exceptional.”
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Legal 500 – White-Collar Crime – Tier 2
“Reinhart Marville Torre assists a prestigious clientele made up of leading companies from various sectors such as banking, energy, and early childhood services, as well as individuals — including corporate executives, political figures, and civil servants — involved in sensitive criminal investigations. The firm handles a significant volume of cases, notably in matters of tax fraud, corruption, bribery, and offences related to public procurement. It also has expertise in supporting victims of accidents, including in the area of labour criminal law.”
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Legal 500 - Commercial and Corporate Litigation - Tier 2
“The practice, which can combine strong commercial and criminal expertise, is notably retained by leading corporations to assist with sensitive governance issues and regularly acts for investment funds in shareholders’ conflicts.”
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Legal 500 - White-Collar Crime
“The firm manages a large caseload featuring prominent tax fraud, corruption, bribery and criminal public procurement offences.” See the ranking

Chambers 2025 Litigation: Elite - France ; individual ranking
Our partner and our team are recognized by the guide for our civil and commercial litigation practice. See the ranking

Best Lawyer - 2025 - Litigation

2024

Legal 500 - Commercial and Corporate Litigation
“Reinhart Marville Torre has a large and multi-skilled team capable of handling a wide range of cases: commercial or corporate disputes, shareholder conflicts, and civil or criminal liability cases. The team recently won a major case involving a disputed payment of a football player’s transfer fees after his tragic death in an accident. It also handles disputes between major retail brands and distributors.”
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Legal 500 - White-Collar Crime
“Reinhart Marville Torre defends companies, executives, and individuals in managing a wide range of criminal cases.”
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Chambers Litigation: Elite - France
“Reinhart Marville Torre is recognized for its litigation services, both in civil and commercial law. The team handles liability disputes, unfair competition, and shareholder conflicts, with additional expertise in proceedings arising from distribution agreements. The firm advises clients from the IT, insurance, and real estate sectors.”
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Décideurs Contentieux et Arbitrage

• Commercial Litigation – Excellent
• International Arbitration – Notable Practice
• Financial and High-Stakes Litigation – Excellent
• Distribution Law – Strong Reputation
• Franchise Law – Notable Practice
• Mediation – Strong Reputation

Option Droit et Affaires

• Acquisition Litigation – 4*
• Business Criminal Law and AMF Sanctions – 5*
• International Arbitration – 1*

2023

Chambers Global 2023 Litigation