Signature Litigation ranked in The Legal 500 EMEA 2025

Dispute Resolution: Commercial Litigation – Tier 1

Signature’s Paris office has again been ranked Tier 1 ranking in Dispute Resolution: Commercial Litigation, with the guide noting that the firm “stands out for its highly versatile litigation expertise that features second-to-none toxic tort and product liability know-how”. The guide notes that Signature is “entrusted by the world’s largest IT and manufacturing companies to handle the most strategic of cases.”  Signature is a “great team. Excellent expertise in litigation. An extremely serious, reliable, and always innovative firm that finds the best possible strategies to resolve a dispute.”

Partner Thomas Rouhette has again ranked in The Legal 500’s ‘Hall of Fame’ for this practice area. The Guide notes that Thomas “ranks among France’s most highly regarded names in the litigation arena.” He is referred to in the guide as “an excellent lawyer, creative and a fine strategist, particularly formidable in court, who always takes into account the commercial issues of his clients.”

Partner Sylvie Gallage-Alwis has again been recognised as one of two ‘Leading Partners’ for Product Liability Litigation in the guide. Commentators describe Sylvie “as one of the country’s most sought-after advisers for sensitive product liability cases” and “the innovator of the team”.

Partner Jérémie Fierville “completes the partnership adding excellent corporate and financial litigation expertise”. The guide notes that Jérémie “is excellent” and “always sees the very heart of the issue and looks for every opportunity to find an advantage for his clients.”

According to commentators, “their resolutely client-focused approach, combined with tailor-made strategic advice, makes them trusted partners.”

Counsels Mathilde Gérot and Ela Barda are also recognised as ‘Recommended Lawyers’ with Ela regarded as “extremely competent” as she “handles the legal and technical issues of a case to perfection.”

Aviation – Tier 2

Signature’s Paris office has maintained an impressive Tier 2 ranking in the Aviation category. The Guide notes that Signature’s “high profile product liability expertise makes it one of Boeing and other aviation part manufacturers’ go to firms.” The guide also notes that the team “assists aviation, space and defence manufacturers in dealing with commercial, notably linked with the supply of equipment.”

Partner Thomas Rouhette has continues to be ranked in the ‘Hall of Fame’ ranking for this practice area, and is described by commentators as an “excellent litigator.”

Counsel, Ela Barda has been recognised as ‘Recommended Lawyer’.

Insurance – Tier 2

Signature’s Paris office has retained its Tier 2 ranking in the Insurance category, with the Guide noting its “very good expertise in insurance law as well as in international law in insurance cases, which is rare on the market.” Also mentioned is the team’s “very good knowledge of the insurance sector and its challenges, including international financial risks.”

Commentators write “the strength of the team is first of all the high quality of their skills in many areas and the very sharp analysis of the files, which is, most importantly, at the same level regardless of who handles it.” Further, “the members of the team complement each other and deliver a tailor-made service to their clients.”

Partners Emmanuèle Lutfalla and Thomas Rouhette are again recognised as ‘Recommended Lawyers’ in this area. The Guide notes that Emmanuèle’s “impressive track record includes complex reinsurance and product liability cases as well as recent pollution-related disputes” and that Thomas is “a seasoned litigator with notable strength in insurance cases in the aviation sector”; he is “attentive, responsive and knows how to provide his expertise, which is a real professional added value.”

Senior Associate Deborah Azerraf has been newly recognised as a ‘Leading Associate’ in this area. The Guide notes that Deborah “stands out for her dynamism and punch, very easy to collaborate with and always looking for a common solution, with no competition.”

Dispute Resolution: International Arbitration – Tier 5

Signature’s Paris office maintained its Tier 5 ranking in Dispute Resolution: International Arbitration. The firm is described as “a small but robust practice. Its practitioners are talented and smart legal experts that know how to tackle issues and projects that are challenging in the market. Clients can expect to be well-served by a dedicated team of professionals.”

Partner Flore Poloni has retained her ‘Next Generation Partner’ ranking in this area.

Partner Philip Dunham has again been recognised as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’. The guide notes that he has “deep arbitration experience and expertise, that is genuinely international in nature”, who “would go to great lengths to learn about his clients – their industries, assets, liabilities, and their concerns, so as to be sure that the solutions he provides would be the most suitable and innovative solutions to his clients.” Further, “Philip Dunham: sharp legal brain allied with an ability to focus on relevant detail. Excellent advocate and cross-examiner. Tied an expert on the opposing side in knots.”

Administrative and Public Law – Firms to Watch

The Paris office is newly recognised as a ‘Firm to Watch’ in the Administrative and Public Law practice area, highlighting Counsel Michaël Perche “who is highly skilled in regulatory and public contracts disputes.”

Gibraltar office

Dispute Resolution – Tier 1

Signature Gibraltar has been newly ranked as Tier 1 in the Dispute Resolution category, with the guide noting that the team “is highly regarded for it its cross-border capabilities, acting in a wide range of litigation and arbitration matters across the banking, civil fraud and manufacturing sectors”

Partner Elliott Phillips has again been recognised as a ‘Leading Partner’. One commentator noted that Elliott “is renowned for his ‘incisive legal mind and court charisma’, leveraging extensive experience in global commercial litigation and contentious trust disputes.”

Counsel Lucy Keane has again been recognised as a ‘Next Generation Partner’ in this area. The Guide describes Lucy as “qualified in four jurisdictions, specialising in international trade, construction and shareholder disputes.”

Senior Associates Paul Grant  and Colin Grech have been recognised as ‘Leading Associates’. Colin is described as a “key contact” whilst Paul is described as a “veritable star in the making.”