For more than ten years, the firm has been known for offering the highest level of expertise in the areas of literary and artistic property and digital law. For this reason it is included in the most renowned independent international rankings.
It is specified that these rankings have never been the subject of remuneration by the firm to the listing organisations.
Recognition of the firm as “Law Firm of the Year - 2026” in Media Law by Best Lawyers.
Ranking of the firm also in the following sections:
National Tier 1
National Tier 2
National Tier 3
Regional Tier 1
> Paris
Ranking of the firm among the best law firms in 2025 in Copyright and Related Rights, and entry of Garance Dussausaye into the ranking as a Rising Star 2025.
Ranking of Gilles Vercken, Florence Gaullier and Edouard Mille as "Copyright Stars 2025" and ranking of Florence Gaullier, for the fourth time, among the 10 French women lawyers in “Top 250 Women in IP 2025” by Managing IP.
Ranking of the firm among the best Law Firms in 2025 in " Copyright Law" by Le Point
Ranking of the firm by Leaders League in “Innovation, technology & telecoms” in the sections "Data Protection Law and Cybersecurity", "IT, software & digital projects" and "Digital Platforms Law and Applications"
Award of the Copyright & Design firm of the year 2025 in France by Managing IP.
Ranking of the firm among the best law firms in France in the 2025 edition of the "Legal 500 France" in “Copyright”, "IT and internet" and in "Media and entertainment" with the following comments:
Ranking of Gilles Vercken (Band 3) among the best lawyers 2025 in France by the "Chambers France 2025" guide in the area of Intellectual Property - Trade Mark & Copyright.
Rankings of Florence Gaullier (Band 3) and Gilles Vercken (Band 1) among the best lawyers for 2025 in France in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comments:
“Gilles Vercken is an expert. He is very practical and responsive.”
“Gilles Vercken is very good in negotiation and provides excellent quality work.”
“Beyond her expertise, Florence Gaullier has excellent interpersonal skills.”
“Florence Gaullier is an accomplished lawyer and is attentive to clients.”
Ranking of the firm by Leaders League in “Media & entertainment” in the following sections:
Live Shows "Highly recommended "
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright & Related rights (Tier 1) in France in the 2024 ranking of Managing Intellectual Property
Ranking of Gilles Vercken, Florence Gaullier and Edouard Mille as Copyright Stars 2024 by Managing IP
Ranking of the fim in the 2024 ranking of law firms by Le Point among the twenty-one best law firms in Copyright in France.
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier by Medial law International within the Tier 1 category of the Media Boutique Firms section.
Ranking of the firm by Legal 500 in the following sections:
‒ Intellectual Property: Copyright
‒ Media and entertainment:
o Book Publishers
o Television / Radio
o Newspapers
o Music
o IT & Internet
Ranking of the firm by Leaders League in “Innovation, technology & telecoms” in the following sections:
IT, software & digital projects "Highly recommended"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier as “Band 3” and “Band 4” in the “Intellectual Property: Trade Mark & Copyright” of the Chamber’s Global Guide 2024 with the following comments:
"Gilles Vercken has a very good commercial strategic vision."
"Florence Gaullier is a very capable attorney with a keen understanding of French copyright law."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken, Florence Gaullier and Edouard Mille as Copyright Stars 2023 by Managing IP and ranking arrival of Noémie Enser as Rising Star 2023
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in 2023 by Décideurs – Leaders League in "Media & Entertainment", sections Online gaming and betting (ranking " Highly recommended "), Publishing (ranking " Leading"), Audiovisual (ranking "Excellent"), Music (ranking " Leading"), Radio (ranking "Highly recommended ") and Live Shows (ranking "Highly recommended ")
Ranking of Gilles Vercken, Florence Gaullier and Garance Dussausaye by Best Lawyers (14th edition) in the following categories:
The firm won the Copyright Firm of the Year award again this year at the Managing IP EMEA Awards 2023.
Ranking, for the third time, of Florence Gaullier among the 13 French women in the "Top 250 Women in IP 2023" by Managing IP and short-listed as Copyright Practitioners of the Year 2023
Vercken & Gaullier is short-listed among the 8 best law firms in France for the MIP award "Firm of the Year 2023 - Copyright". The winner will be announced by Managing Intellectual Property on June 21, 2023.
Ranking of the firm among the best law firms in France in the 2023 edition of "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", an international guide to law firms, in the sections "Copyright", "Media and entertainment", "Television/Radio", "Newspapers" (entry in the ranking as a firm to watch) and "IT & Internet"
Ranking of the firm, for the 5th time, among the best law firms in 2023 in "Copyright Law" (5 stars out of 5) in the Le Point/Statista ranking.
Ranking of the firm by Media Law International in 2023 again among the top three Tier 1 boutique firms in media law in France.
Ranking of the firm among the best-known firms by Décideurs Magazine – Leaders League en 2023 :
Rankings of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers 2023 in France by the "Global Chambers and Partners" guide in the area of Intellectual Property - Trade Mark & Copyright with the following comments:
" Florence Gaullier of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier is experienced in representing clients from the TMT sector in copyright and counterfeiting litigation.” Referees says:
“Florence is very precise and responsive and I would trust her with any of my company&"39;s legal topics."
"She is very competent and very pragmatic."
" Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier frequently acts on a range of contentious and non-contentious copyright mandates for TMT sector clients." Referees says:
"Gilles is really good and handling very complex cases."
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in 2022 by Leaders League "Media & Entertainment", sections Publishing (ranking "Excellent"), Audiovisual (ranking "Excellent"), Music (ranking "Excellent"), Radio (ranking "Highly recommended"), Live Shows (ranking "Highly recommended") and Gaming (ranking "Excellent").
For the first time, the firm won the Award of “Law Firm of the Year - 2023” in the Media Law section from Best Lawyers.
For the third time, the firm won the Award of “French Copyright Firm of the Year - 2022” from Managing Intellectual Property.
Ranking of Florence Gaullier among the 14 French women in the "Top 250 Women in IP 2022" by Managing IP
Ranking of Florence Gaullier, Edouard Mille and Gilles Vercken as "Copyright Stars 2022" by Managing IP
Vercken & Gaullier is short-listed among the 6 best law firms in France for the MIP award "Firm of the Year 2022 - Copyright". The winner will be announced by Managing Intellectual Property on June 15, 2022.
Gilles Vercken is also short-listed for the award of "Practitioner of the Year" in copyright for France.
Ranking of our law firm among the best law firms in "Copyright law" (5 out of 5 stars) and "New technologies, informatic and communication law" (4 out of 5 stars) in the ranking Le Point/Statista 2022
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2022 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", international guide of law firms, in “Copyright”, "IT and internet" and in "Media and entertainment" with the following comments:
Intellectual Property: “The copyright team at boutique law firm Vercken & Gaullier is led by the experienced Florence Gaullier, who specialises in EU copyright law, data protection and e-commerce law as well as the collective management of rights, Edouard Mille, who acts on both advisory and litigious mandates, and Gilles Vercken, whose expertise cut across a broad range of sectors including publishing, IT, music and gaming. The group is also sought after to assist with regulatory affairs and lobbying campaigns at the European level in areas of copyright, media and information technologies law.”
Book Publishers: “Vercken & Gaullier assist notable book publishers with copyright matters, pre-litigation and litigation issues, as well as with contract negotiations. The firm is retained for its expertise in copyright infringement, unfair competition and parasitic behaviour proceedings. It has also built expertise in the legal framework for the digitalisation of books. Co-founders Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken lead the practice together with Edouard Mille.”
Television / Radio: “Founded by Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier in 2017, Vercken & Gaullier advises on all types of artistic property, including in the audiovisual sector. Edouard Mille is particularly involved in copyright and related rights in TV production and distribution. The team has been working for the FEVEM, the French federation of media monitoring companies, regarding copyright issues for over 15 years.”
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in France for 2022 in the magazine Leaders League, "Technology, internet & telecommunications" edition, in the sections Data Protection (ranking "Highly Recommended"), IT, software & digital projects (ranking "Highly Recommended") and Internet (ranking "Highly Recommended")
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the three best law firms in Media Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2022 edition of the guide "Media Law International" with the following comment:
" The founding partner of Vercken & Gaullier is highlighted by competitors “for his curiosity and his knowledge of very complex and specific legal issues”. The team is highly regarded its expansive sector coverage and market visibility. The team advises on converged media and acts for clients in cases involving copyright."
Rankings of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers 2022 in France by the "Global & Europe Chambers and Partners" guide in the area of Intellectual Property - Trade Mark & Copyright with the following comments:
"Florence Gaullier is experienced in representing clients from the TMT sector in copyright and counterfeiting litigation. Referees praise her "imaginative solutions, high sense of negotiation and reliability."
" Gilles Vercken "is brilliant, tenacious, innovative and has a great tactical sense," explains one client. He frequently acts for clients on a range of contentious copyright mandates"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2022 in France in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken assists with regulatory issues and transactional mandates in the media sector. One impressed source says: "He is one of the best specialists in copyright law and the related media aspects." "
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Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2021 edition of the "Legal 500, Paris", professional guide of law firms, in the chapter "Media and entertainment", with the following comment: “Vercken & Gaullier is retained by both private and public sector clients, including TV and radio broadcasts. The team routinely advises on contractual matters including the negotiation of broadcasting rights and production contracts. Founding partners Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier are the key contacts, as is Edouard Mille who handles copyright litigation and related rights claims across all the entertainment sectors”.
Ranking of Florence Gaullier, Edouard Mille and Gilles Vercken as "Copyright Stars 2021" by Managing IP
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm in Entertainment, Information Technology, Intellectual Property, Media and Privacy and Data Security Law in the twelfth edition of Best Lawyers®
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in 2021 in "Media & Entertainment", sections Online gaming and betting (ranking "Excellent"), Publishing (ranking "Excellent"), Audiovisual (ranking "Excellent"), Music (ranking "Highly recommended ") and Radio (ranking "Highly recommended ") by Leaders League
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2021 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", international guide of law firms, in the chapters "IT, telecoms and the internet" and "Media and entertainment", with the following comment in the Television / Radio section: “Vercken & Gaullier is retained by both private and public sector clients, including TV and radio broadcasts. The team routinely advises on contractual matters including the negotiation of broadcasting rights and production contracts. Founding partners Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier are the key contacts, as is Edouard Mille who handles copyright litigation and related rights claims across all the entertainment sectors”.
Ranking of our law firm among the best law firms in "Copyright law" (5 out of 5 stars) and "New technologies, informatic and communication law" (4 out of 5 stars) in the ranking Le Point/Statista 2021
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in France for 2021 in the magazine Leaders League, "Technology, internet & telecommunications" edition, in the sections Data Protection (ranking "Highly Recommended"), IT, software & digital projects (ranking "Highly Recommended") and Internet (ranking "Highly Recommended")
Rankings of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers 2021 in France by the "Global Chambers and Partners" guide in the area of Intellectual Property - Trade Mark & Copyright with the following comments:
"Florence Gaullier "is excellent in copyright and is very easy to work with," according to sources. She is experienced representing clients from the TMT sector in copyright and counterfeiting litigation."
"Gilles Vercken is described by one client as a "creative lawyer with very good knowledge of the field." He frequently acts for clients on a range of contentious copyrights mandates."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2021 in France in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken assists with regulatory issues and transactional mandates in the media sector. Sources laud his "sense of anticipation and great tactical sense."
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the three best law firms in Media Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2021 edition of the guide "Media Law International" with the following comment:
"The founding partner of Vercken & Gaullier is highlighted by competitors “for his curiosity and his knowledge of very complex and specific legal issues”. Gilles Vercken is highly regarded its expansive sector coverage and market visibility. The team advises on converged media and acts for clients in cases involving copyright."
Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm is short-listed among the 7 best law firms in France for the "Firm of the Year – Copyright & Design" award the winner of which will be announced by Managing Intellectual Property on 30 March 2021
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright & related rights (Tier 1) in France in the 2020 edition of the magazine "Managing Intellectual Property"
Ranking also of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken as "Copyright Stars"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in 2020 in "Media & Entertainment", sections Online gaming and betting (ranking "Excellent"), Audiovisual (ranking "Excellent"), Music (ranking "Highly recommended ") and Radio (ranking "Highly recommended ") by Leaders League
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier firm among the best Law Firms 2020 in "Litterary and Artistic Property Law" in the ranking Le Point
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm in Entertainment, Information Technology, Intellectual Property, Media and Privacy and Data Security Law in the eleventh edition of Best Lawyers®
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Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the four best law firms in Media Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2020 edition of the guide "Media Law International" with the following comment:
"The founding partner of Vercken & Gaullier is highlighted by competitors “for his curiosity and his knowledge of very complex and specific legal issues”. Gilles Vercken is highly regarded its expansive sector coverage and market visibility. The team advises on converged media and acts for clients in cases involving copyright."
Ranking of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken as "Copyright Stars 2020" by Managing IP
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2020 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", international guide of law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter with the following comments:
Book publishers : Vercken & Gaullier is adviser to one of France&"39;s leading publishing houses whom the firm notably represents before court in copyright and IP infringement proceedings against authors and other publishers. A major scientific publisher is also a client. Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier are the main practitioners.
Music : Vercken & Gaullier assists leading music streaming platform Deezer as well as several famous French rappers, Parisian karaoke clubs, collecting societies, classical music composer estates and African music publishers. The practice notably advises on royalty issues, but also takes on IP disputes, especially copyright litigation. Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier are recommended.
Television / Radio : Vercken & Gaullier advises many of France&"39;s leading private and public sector TV and radio broadcasters, including a major sports TV channel. The practice notably assists clients with the negotiation of broadcasting rights, production contracts and collecting society royalties, and also assists them with their relationship with TV regulator CSA. Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier are recommended.
Newspapers : Vercken & Gaullier is adviser to one leading magazine publisher whom the firm notably advises on the management of IP rights with authors and photographers. The firm also assists several leading companies specialising in providing professional daily press digests to prominent clients, including public institutions, with the negotiation of contracts with leading French and international press newspapers. Florence Gaullier also has rare expertise in search engine content issues at the intersection of press and IP law. Gilles Vercken is also recommended.
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Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2020 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", international guide of law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter with the following comments:
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms for 2020 in the sections IT (ranking "Highly Recommended"), Data protection (ranking "Highly Recommended") and Internet (ranking "Highly Recommended") in the magazine "Leaders League" entitled "Technology, Internet & Telecommunications"
Ranking of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers 2020 in France by the "Chambers Europe" and the "Global Chambers and Partners" guides in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken is widely acknowledged for his expertise in the media and entertainment sector. He is experienced in handling copyright issues and is well reputed for his solution-oriented approach, with sources confirming: "He is knowledgeable about French IP law and very pleasant to work with."
Rankings also of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2020 in France in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier is a "very strong lawyer," according to sources, while another interviewee highlights the quality of his courtroom advocacy. He acts for TV networks, broadcasters and IT companies on regulatory issues and contractual reviews."
Ranking of Virginie Tabary in the "Top IP’s Rising Star 2019" by Managing IP
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms for 2019 in the sections Online gaming and betting (ranking "Excellent"), Publishing (ranking "Excellent"), Audiovisual (ranking "Excellent"), Music (ranking "Excellent") and Radio (ranking "High Profile") in the magazine "Leaders League" entitled "Media & Entertainment"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm in Entertainment, Information Technology, Intellectual Property, Media and Privacy and Data Security Law in the tenth edition of Best Lawyers®
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright & related rights (Tier 1) in France in the 2019 edition of the magazine "Managing Intellectual Property" with the following comment:
"Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier is a leading firm for copyright and related rights advice. Its team represents rightholders across the creative industries, most notably media and entertainment companies. Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier lead the team. They are supported by IP scholar Valérie-Laure Benabou and a team of experienced junior lawyers such as Lorette Dubois and Garance Dussausaye."
Ranking also of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken as "Copyright Stars" and "Trade Mark Stars"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in 2019 in the sections Data Protection (ranking "Highly Recommended"), IT & Software (ranking "Highly Recommended") and Internet Law (ranking "Highly Recommended") in the magazine Leaders League (Intelligence Report & Directory Series) entitled "Innovation: Technology & Patents"
Ranking of Florence Gaullier among the 8 French women in the "Top 250 Women in IP 2019/20" by Managing IP
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier firm among the best Law Firms 2019 in "Litterary and Artistic Property Law" in the ranking Le Point
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2019 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", international guide of law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter with the following comment:
"Led by Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier, the &"39;great team&"39; at Vercken & Gaullier covers a wide range of industry sectors in the media and entertainment space, including music, television, radio, publishing and advertising, with &"39;great reactivity and availability&"39;. In addition to a steady stream of data privacy and GDPR compliance work, the group recently advised on contract negotiations in the context of content-on-demand clauses and relations with collective management organisations and their intangible assets. Key clients include Deezer, Hachette, NextRadioTV and Bouygues Telecom."
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in Media Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2019 edition of the guide "Media Law International" with the following comment:
"The founding partner of Vercken & Gaullier is highlighted by competitors “for his curiosity and his knowledge of very complex and specific legal issues”. Gilles Vercken is highly regarded its expansive sector coverage and market visibility. The team advises on converged media and acts for clients in cases involving copyright."
Ranking of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers 2019 in France by the "Chambers Europe" guide in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier specialises in copyright issues in the media, entertainment and publishing industries. Clients highlight his capacity in negotiation and describe him as "very reactive, precise, efficient and bringing solutions and clear explanations."
Rankings of the firm and of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2019 in France in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comment:
"Co-founder of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier, Gilles Vercken comes warmly recommended by clients for his "excellent results." His client roster includes television and recorded content broadcasters, magazine publishers and music streaming services. He regularly advises on IP rights and advertising issues, offering additional experience in remuneration matters."
Ranking of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers 2019 in France by the "Global Chambers and Partners" guide in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment :
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier specialises in copyright issues in the media, entertainment and publishing industries. Clients highlight his capacity in negotiation and describe him as "very reactive, precise, efficient and bringing solutions and clear explanations."
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms for 2019 in the sections Data Protection, IT and Internet in the magazine "Leaders League" entitled "Technologies, Internet & Telecommunications"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms for 2018 in the sections Online gaming and betting (ranking "Excellent"), Publishing (ranking "Excellent"), Audiovisual (ranking "Excellent"), Music (ranking "Excellent") and Radio (ranking "High Profile") in the magazine "Leaders League" entitled "Media & Entertainment"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm in the fields of Entertainment, Information Technology, Intellectual Property and Media in the ninth edition of "Best Lawyers"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms for 2018 in the sections Data Protection (ranking "Highly Recommended"), IT (ranking "Highly Recommended") and Internet (ranking "Highly Recommended") in the magazine "Leaders League (Intelligence Report & Directory Series)" entitled "Innovation,Technology & Intellectual Property"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2018 edition of the magazine "Managing Intellectual Property" with the following comment:
"Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier is one of the best firms in France for copyright and related rights advice. The firm won Managing IP’s Firm of the Year (2018) award for copyright work in France. Its team represents right holders across the creative industries, notably media and entertainment companies. Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier lead the team. They are supported by IP scholar Valérie-Laure Benabou, IT consultant Benjamin Jean, and a team of lawyers including Lorette Dubois and Garance Dussausaye. The team represented two collecting societies before the French constitutional council in an important case concerning the law on remuneration for internet radio broadcasting."
Ranking also of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken as "Copyright Stars" and "Trade Mark Stars"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in Media Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2018 edition of the guide "Media Law International" with the following comment:
The founding partner of Vercken & Gaullier is highlighted by competitors “for his curiosity and his knowledge of very complex and specific legal issues”. Gilles Vercken is highly regarded its expansive sector coverage and market visibility. The team advises on converged media and acts for clients in cases involving copyright.
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2018 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", international guide of law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter with the following comment:
"Vercken & Gaullier’s media lawyers ‘are extremely competent in copyright law’ and provide ‘a top-level service which one could not find anywhere else’. Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken, who ‘are both very precise and competent copyright lawyers’, recently represented book publishers in disputes related to unfair competition issues and advised on eBook publishing and distribution contracts. Other work highlights included successfully defending Elsevier Masson in a litigation brought by social security bodies concerning the social security system in place for its authors. The group also handles significant contentious cases in the television and radio space for clients such as TF1 and provides counsel on contractual and regulatory issues. On the advertisement front, clients mainly engage the practice to assist with contract negotiations and regulatory obligations, namely with respects to changes in the Sapin law and GDPR."
For the second consecutive year, the firm won the Award of “French Copyright Firm of the Year - 2018” from Managing Intellectual Property
Rankings of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2018 in France by the "Chambers Europe" guide in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier is known for his significant experience in copyright matters. One client enthuses: "He is very brilliant and he has a good capacity to convince and also to share knowledge, so when we are in negotiations he brings people to conclusions by a logical path.""
Rankings also of the firm and of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2018 in France in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier specialises in media law and has extensive experience of advising publishing and media companies on regulatory and contentious cases. His work highlights include matters concerning copyright infringement and performers&"39; image rights. Clients praise his "technical knowledge, commercial awareness, effectiveness and client service.""
Rankings of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2018 in France by the "Global Chambers and Partners" guide in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier is known for his significant experience in copyright matters. One client enthuses: "He is very brilliant and he has a good capacity to convince and also to share knowledge, so when we are in negotiations he brings people to conclusions by a logical path."
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms for 2017 in the sections E-sport, online gaming and betting (ranking "High Profile"), Publishing (ranking "Excellent"), Audiovisual (ranking "Excellent"), Music (ranking "High Profile") and Radio (ranking "High Profile") in the magazine "Leaders League" entitled "Marketing, E-Commerce & Distribution"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms for 2017 in the sections Data Protection (ranking "Renowned Practice"), IT (ranking "High Profile") and Internet (ranking "Excellent" - Level 2) in the magazine "Leaders League (Intelligence Report & Directory Series)" entitled "Innovation,Technology & Intellectual Property"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm in the fields of Entertainment, Information Technology, Intellectual Property and Media in the eighth edition of "Best Lawyers"
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2017 edition of the magazine "Managing Intellectual Property" with the following comment:
"Niche firm Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier is Managing IP&"39;s Copyright Firm of the Year (2017). The firm represents clients across the creative industries on copyright and related rights issues. Its "excellent" team is led by Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier. They are supported by IP scholar Valérie-Laure Benabou, IT consultant Benjamin Jean and a team of junior lawyers including rising star Lorette Dubois. The firm has strong links with the academic community."
Ranking also of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken as "Trade Mark Stars" (it replaces “IP Stars” category)
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms in Media Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2017 edition of the guide "Media Law International" with the following comment:
The founding partner of Vercken & Gaullier is highlighted by competitors “for his curiosity and his knowledge of very complex and specific legal issues”. Gilles Vercken is highly regarded its expansive sector coverage and market visibility. The team advises on converged media and acts for clients in cases involving copyright.
Ranking of Vercken & Gaullier law firm among the best law firms in France in the 2017 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa" international guide of law firms, in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, sections "Book publishers" and "Television / Radio"
Rankings of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2017 in France by the "Chambers Europe" guide in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment:
"According to clients, Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier is "brilliant, trustful, very reactive, precise and efficient. He brings solutions, clear explanations and shares his knowledge." He has remarkable expertise in IP issues arising in the fields of music, video games and publishing."
Ranking also of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2017 in France in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier is highly reputed in the French TMT market. He specialises in media law with extensive experience in advising publishing companies. He has further expertise in the music, television and gaming industries. Clients speak highly of him, saying: "Gilles Vercken is a very courteous and kind lawyer. He is very available and attentive to his clients." Others compliment his skills, reporting: "He is very good and precise in his argument. He is also a very good negotiator who can settle when appropriate"
Rankings of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2017 in France by the "Global Chambers and Partners" guide in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment:
"According to clients, Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Vercken & Gaullier is "brilliant, trustful, very reactive, precise and efficient. He brings solutions, clear explanations and shares his knowledge." He has remarkable expertise in IP issues arising in the fields of music, video games and publishing."
The firm won the Award of “French Copyright Firm of the Year - 2017” from Managing Intellectual Property
Ranking of the Vercken & Gaullier Law Firm among the best law firms for 2016 in the sections Edition (ranking "Excellent"), Audiovisual (ranking "Excellent"), Music (ranking "High Profile"), Advertising & Marketing (ranking "Renowned Practice") and Radio (ranking "High Profile") in the magazine "Décideurs Stratégie Finance Droit (Collection Guide-Annuaire)" entitled "Marketing, E-Commerce & Distribution"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2016 in the sections Data Protection (ranking "Renowned Practice"), IT (ranking "High Profile") and Internet (ranking "Excellent" - Level 2) in the magazine "Décideurs Stratégie Finance Droit (Collection Guide-Annuaire)" entitled "Innovation & Technologie"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2016/2017 edition of the "Legal 500 Paris", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Media entertainment: boutiques" chapter, "Book publishers" and "Television and radio" sections with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken Law Firm owns a &"39;specific expertise on Copyright, Media and Information Technology Laws. The firm advises several big television channels and radio stations, including France Médias Monde, NextRadioTV and Radio France, as well as BBC Worldwide. The expertise of the firm in the media sector is &"39;very precise&"39;. The firm also represents a big French literary publishing house in a domain where the team can highlight &"39;strong skills regarding negotiations in a contentious context&"39;. Gilles Vercken who manages the firm, and Florence Gaullier &"39;are very available and are endowed with a recognized expertise in the field of the literary and artistic property&"39;. &"39;Their advice is always argued and valuable&"39;."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm in the fields of Entertainment, Information Technology, Intellectual Property and Media in the seventh edition of "Best Lawyers"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2016 edition of the magazine "Managing Intellectual Property" with the following comment:
"Paris-based boutique Cabinet Gilles Vercken is superb in copyright work. The firm is known for advising clients in a number of creative industries. The team is led by the copyright expert and name partner Gilles Vercken. He works alongside Florence Gaullier and IP/IT scholar Valérie-Laure Benabou. Clients provided feedback on their work. One just says "perfect". "Intellectually efficient and pragmatic. Delivered in due time," says another.
The firm has strong links with the academic community and still runs the Cabinet Gilles Vercken Doctoral Thesis Award in collaboration with Institut de Recherche en Propriété Intellectuelle (IRPI)."
Ranking also of Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken as "Trade Mark Stars" (it replaces "IP Stars" category)
Ranking of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2016 in France by the "Chambers Europe" guide in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Gilles Vercken has particular knowledge of the video games, music, publishing and television industries. He is best known for advising clients on soft IP matters, especially copyrights. "He is extremely competent, very precise in his subject and creative in the solutions he proposes," says one satisfied client."
Ranking also of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2016 in France in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken is the founding partner of IP, IT and media boutique Cabinet Gilles Vercken. He "has the ability to reach a constructive consensus," a quality highly valued by clients. In addition to sound knowledge of the gaming, music, television and publishing industries, he also has a niche specialism in collective rights management."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2016 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa" international guide of law firms, in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, sections "Book publishers" and "TV/radio"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in Media Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2016 edition of the guide "Media Law International" with the following comment:
"The founding partner of Gilles Vercken Law Firm is highlighted by competitors "for his curiosity and his knowledge of very complex and specific legal issues". Gilles Vercken is highly regarded its expansive sector coverage and market visibility. The team advises on converged media and acts for clients in cases involving copyright."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2016 in France by the "Global Chambers and Partners" guide in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Gilles Vercken has particular knowledge of the video games, music, publishing and television industries. He is best known for advising clients on soft IP matters, especially copyrights. "He is extremely competent, very precise in his subject and creative in the solutions he proposes," says one satisfied client."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2015 in the sections Internet (ranking "High Profile" - Level 1), IT (ranking "Renowned Practice" - Level 1), Advertising - Marketing (ranking "Renowned Practice"), Music (ranking "High Profile"), Radio (ranking "High Profile"), Audiovisual (ranking "Excellent") and Publishing (ranking "Excellent") in the magazine "Décideurs Stratégie Finance Droit (Collection Guide-Annuaire)" entitled "Marketing, E-Commerce & Distribution"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2015/2016 edition of the "Legal 500 Paris", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Media entertainment: boutiques" chapter, "Book publishers", "Music", "Newspapers and magazines" and "Television and radio" sections with the following comment:
"The team of approximately ten lawyers of Gilles Vercken Law Firm is &"39; highly recommendable &"39; and estimated for &"39; its sense of anticipation, its strategy and conciliation skills&"39;. The firm gathers strong skills in handling copyright, production, and collective management of rights&"39; matters. Large publishing houses, large radio and television companies, as well as large magazines publishers work with the firm. The firm is also a major player for its knowledge of the music sector. Gilles Vercken who directs the work of the firm and Florence Gaullier are &"39;brilliant, effective, rigorous, creative and attentive&"39;."
Ranking also in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken Law Firm has a strong know-how in the digital, the information technology and the media. The firm advises large French groups, particularly for the handling of their matters regarding cloud computing, social networks and data protection. The work is directed by Gilles Vercken. Florence Gaullier is also recommended."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm in the fields of Entertainment, Information Technology, Intellectual Property and Media in the sixth edition of "Best Lawyers"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2015 in the sections IT (ranking "Renowned Practice" - Level 1) and Internet (ranking "High Profile" - Level 1) in the magazine "Décideurs Stratégie Finance Droit (Collection Guide-Annuaire)" entitled "Innovation - Technologies & Propriété Intellectuelle"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2015 edition of the magazine "Managing Intellectual Property" with the following comment:
"Cabinet Gilles Vercken is particularly known for advising clients in the creative industries on copyright and related matters. The firm last year welcomed IT lawyer Eléonore Varet as a partner. The core IP/TMT team now consists of three partners, three associate lawyers and two expert consultants. The team is led by the preeminent copyright expert and name partner Gilles Vercken. He is supported by IP Star Florence Gaullier.
The firm has strong links with the academic community. It announced the Cabinet Gilles Vercken Doctoral Thesis Award last year in collaboration with the Institut de Recherche en Propriété Intellectuelle."
Ranking also of Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier as "IP Stars"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best firms for 2015 in France by the "Chambers and Partners" guide in the area of Intellectual Property
Ranking of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2015 in France in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Gilles Vercken is recognised for his expertise in handling IP issues within the media sector. One impressed client says: "He completely understands our business so we didn&"39;t have to educate him on this, and he manages our dealings wonderfully"."
Ranking also of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2015 in France in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comment:
"Founding partner Gilles Vercken of IP, IT and media boutique Cabinet Gilles Vercken is recognised for his work in media cases. An impressed client describes him as "very accessible and attentive to his clients. I appreciate his reactivity, particularly in emergency situations"."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in Media Law (Tier 2) in France in the 2015 edition of the guide "Media Law International" with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken Law Firm is highly reputed for its traditional media specialisation. Clear industry dedication and practitioner proficiency sets the firm apart from its competitors. Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier work with clients from the publishing, music, gaming, television and radio sectors. Team experience includes advising on program financing, distribution and production contracts."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2015 editions of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa" and "Legal 500, US Special Edition", international guides of law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, sections:
- "Book publishers",
- "Music",
- "Newspapers and magazines"
- "TV/radio",
with the following comment: "Gilles Vercken Law Firm&"39;s team is highly recommended for its &"39;anticipation, strategy and conciliation abilities&"39;. It is highly regarded for copyrights, digital and litigation issues. Clients include leading publishing groups, television and radio broadcasters, and magazines. Music is another area of expertise, especially for IP collective rights issues. Practice head Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier are &"39;brilliant, rigorous and creative&"39;."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2014 edition of the "Legal 500, US Special Edition", an international guide of law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers", "Music" and "TV/radio" sections with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken Law Firm&"39;s &"39;overall level of service is very high&"39;. The &"39;very responsive and committed&"39; eight-lawyer team advises major French publishers and is also &"39;one of the best advisers for digital and audiovisual issues&"39;. The practice also has strong experience in the music industry. The &"39;brilliant and trustworthy&"39; Gilles Vercken is recommended along with Florence Gaullier, who has &"39;a very high level of intellectual property expertise&"39;."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2014/2015 edition of the "Legal 500 Paris", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Media entertainment: boutiques" chapter, "Book publishers", "Music", "Newspapers and magazines" and "Television and radio" sections with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken Law Firm provides "a very high level of service". The six-lawyer team is "very responsive, attentive to their clients and committed". It is especially recommended for digital, regulatory and copyright issues. Gilles Vercken Law Firm assists major publishers . It also has a strong expertise in the music industry, in particular in collective management of rights&"39; issues. In the audiovisual and radio sectors, it advises several large channels and radio stations. It is also the legal adviser of several leading magazines. Gilles Vercken is a "brilliant and trustworthy" lawyer, who "provides solutions". Florence Gaullier has a " very high level of expertise in Intellectual Property Law"".
Ranking also in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken Law Firm is one of the best law firms for digital and audiovisual issues. The firm advises large users groups as well as websites. It is also very active in the video game sector and it has a good expertise in the Open Source&"39;s sector. Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier are in charge of the team and the activity".
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2014 in the sections Advertising - Marketing (ranking "Renowned Practice"), Internet (ranking "High Profile"), Music (ranking "Excellent"), Radio (ranking "High Profile"), Audiovisual (ranking "High Profile") and Edition (ranking "Excellent") in the magazine "Décideurs Stratégie Finance Droit (Collection Guide-Annuaire)" entitled "Marketing, Internet & Distribution, Médias - Mobile - E-commerce - Entertainment - Sport"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2014 in the sections "IT & Software" (ranking "Recommended" - Level 1), "Internet" (ranking "Highly Recommended" - Level 1) and "Music" (ranking "Excellent") in the magazine "Leaders League Intelligence Report & Directory Series" entitled "Innovation - Technology & Intellectual Property - Hardware - software -Telecom - Internet - Media - IP - Life Science"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2014 in the sections IT (ranking "Renowned Practice" - Level 1) and Internet (ranking "High Profile" - Level 1) in the magazine "Décideurs Stratégie Finance Droit (Collection Guide-Annuaire)" entitled "Innovation - Technologies & Propriété Intellectuelle"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2014 edition of the magazine "Managing Intellectual Property" with the following comment:
"IP boutique Gilles Vercken has a small team of two partners and four associates. All round IP expert Professor Valérie-Laure Benabou, and IT consultant Benjamin Jean support the team. Gilles Vercken and fellow partner Florence Gaullier are highly regarded for their knowledge of copyright and related rights in a range of cultural sectors. The firm is familiar with workings of the video games, music, publishing and television industries. Vercken is particularly involved with collective rights societies&"39; issues. As a former in-house counsel of French collecting rights societies, Vercken has inside expertise in this area.
In 2013 the firm acted in an advisory capacity to a broadcaster drafting a legal opinion regarding the creation of a new television channel and also advising in negotiations with distributors. The firm is "really efficient and reliable" and Vercken himself is "very professional and very accurate". As well as "clear and comprehensive legal advice" clients find the firm easy to work with due to its "transparent billing procedures"."
Ranking also of Gilles Vercken and Florence Gaullier as "IP Stars"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm in the fields of Entertainment, Information Technology and Intellectual Property in the fifth edition of "Best Lawyers"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best firms for 2014 in France by the "Chambers and Partners" guide in the area of Intellectual Property
Ranking of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2014 in France in the area of Intellectual Property with the following comment:
"He&"39;s exactly what I want from a lawyer: he&"39;s easy-going and easily reachable. Vercken&"39;s practice covers IT, media and anti-piracy law in addition to IP work."
Ranking also of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2014 in France in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken of Cabinet Gilles Vercken is noted for his work in media, notably in connection with the television and publishing industries. His expertise covers both contentious and non-contentious matters in the field of trade marks and copyright."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2014 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", an international guide of law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers", "Music" and "TV/radio" sections with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken Law Firm&"39;s &"39;overall level of service is very high&"39;. The &"39;very responsive and committed&"39; eight-lawyer team advises major French publishers and is also &"39;one of the best advisers for digital and audiovisual issues&"39;. The practice also has strong experience in the music industry. The &"39;brilliant and trustworthy&"39; Gilles Vercken is recommended along with Florence Gaullier, who has &"39;a very high level of intellectual property expertise&"39;."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2013 in the sections Music (ranking "Excellent"), Edition (ranking "High Fame"- Tier 1) and Internet (ranking "High Fame" - Tier 1) in the magazine "Décideurs Stratégie Finance Droit (Collection Guide-Annuaire)" entitled "Marketing - Internet - Medias - Distribution - Mobile - E-commerce - Entertainment - Sport"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2013 edition of the magazine "Managing Intellectual Property" with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken is one of France&"39;s leading copyright boutiques. Its small team of two partners and four associates led by the firm&"39;s namesake is based in Paris where it covers media, entertainment, publishing IT, telecommunications and internet law. One contentious case for the firm sees it representing a videogame designer in litigation against a defendant which it accuses of pirating an online video game. Elsewhere, the firm has also been handling contract work for clients in the music and television industry".
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2013 edition of the "Legal 500, US Special Edition", a professional guide for law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter, pp. 167-168 and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers", "Music", "Newspapers and magazines" and "TV/radio" sections with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken Avocats&"39; &"39;passionate&"39; team has &"39;a perfect understanding&"39; of the publishing industry and acts for several major publishers, and also represents producers and publishers in the music industry. Gilles Vercken&"39;s &"39;overall knowledge of music copyrights and the different French music collective societies is invaluable&"39;. Other clients include major television and radio broadcasters as well as magazine publishers", pp. 173-174
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2013/2014 edition of the "Legal 500 Paris", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Media, culture, sport and entertainment: specialized Law Firm" chapter, "Publishing", "Music", "Newspapers and magazines" and "Television and radio" sections with the following comment:
"The Gilles Vercken Law Firm assists music producers. Gilles Vercken shows a &"39;general knowledge in questions relating to copyright and collecting societies beyond compare&"39;. The Firm also counsels audiovisual producers, radio stations and magazine publishers. It has the trust of big publishing companies."
Ranking also in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter with the following comment:
"The Gilles Vercken Law Firm offers an &"39;excellent level of service&"39; and assists software and video games publishers as well as actors of the Internet. The team counts in its ranks Florence Gaullier and Gilles Vercken, a &"39;very good negotiator &"39; who &"39;understands perfectly questions stake in the software and video game industry&"39;."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2013 in the sections IT (ranking "Renowned Practice") and Internet (ranking "High Fame" - Tier 1) in the magazine "Décideurs Stratégie Finance Droit (Collection Guide-Annuaire)" entitled "The innovation and its protection"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm in the fields of Information Technology and Intellectual Property in the fourth edition of "Best Lawyers"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm in the Top 5 law firms in "Intellectual Property, Copyright" of the 2013 "Guide du Manager Juridique" published by Legi team
Ranking of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2013 in France by the guide "Chambers and Partners" in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media) with the following comment: "Sole practitioner Gilles Vercken is praised as &"39;brilliant&"39; for media work. One source describes him as &"39;skilled, sharp and aware of the client&"39;s needs&"39;."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2013 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", an international guide of law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers", "Music", "Newspapers and magazines" and "TV/radio" sections with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken Avocats&"39; &"39;passionate&"39; team has &"39;a perfect understanding&"39; of the publishing industry and acts for several major publishers, and also represents producers and publishers in the music industry. Gilles Vercken&"39;s &"39;overall knowledge of music copyrights and the different French music collective societies is invaluable&"39;. Other clients include major television and radio broadcasters as well as magazine publishers."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2012 in the sections music (ranking "Excellent"), edition (ranking "High Fame") and Internet (ranking "High Fame") in the magazine "Leaders League" entitled "Marketing, Media, Sport & Entertainment"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright Law (Tier 1) in France in the 2012 edition of the magazine "Managing Intellectual Property"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2012 edition of the "Legal 500, US Special Edition", a professional guide for law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter, pp. 170-171, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutique" section, p. 174, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers", "Music", "Newspapers and magazines" and "TV/radio" sections, p. 176 with the following comment:
"Gilles Vercken Avocats has extensive experience advising TV broadcastersand press groups on a whole range of matters including contractual negotiation, copyright and IT matters. It also has &"39;very specialised knowledge of the publishing industry&"39;, and advises major book publishers and music producers and artists, and has strong know-how regarding negotiations with collective rights societies. This &"39;very responsive&"39; team provides &"39;in-depth analyses&"39;. Gilles Vercken is &"39;brilliant&"39;."
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2012/2013 edition of the "Legal 500 Paris", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Media, culture, sport and entertainment" chapter, "Publishing", "Music", "Newspapers and magazines" and "Television and radio" sections, pp. 109-111, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutiques" section, pp. 127-129 and in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter, pp. 163-165
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2012 in the sections Information Technology (ranking "Renowned Practice") and Internet (ranking "High Fame") in the magazine "Leaders League" entitled "Innovation and its protection"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2012 in Information Technology (ranking "1 star") and in Internet (ranking "3 stars") in the magazine "Option Droit & Affaires"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm in the fields of Information Technology and Intellectual Property in the third edition of "Best Lawyers"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken among the best lawyers for 2012 in France by the guide "Chambers and Partners" in the area of Technologies, Media and Telecommunications, Media subsection (TMT Media)
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2012 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", an international guide for law firms, in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutiques" section and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers", "Music", "Newspapers and magazines" and "TV/radio" sections
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2012 edition of the "Legal Experts, Europe, Middle East & Africa", an international guide for law firms, in the "Intellectual Property" section, p. 137
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2011 in Information Technology (ranking "Renowned Practice") and in Internet (ranking "High Fame") in the magazine "Décideurs Stratégie Finance Droit (Collection Guide-Annuaire)"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2011/2012 edition of the "Legal 500 Paris", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Publishing", "Music", "Newspapers and magazines" and "Television and radio" sections, pp. 103-105, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutiques" section, pp. 121-122 and in the "IT, telecoms and the internet" chapter, pp. 157-159
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in Copyright Law in France in the 2011 edition of the magazine "Managing Intellectual Property"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2011 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", an international guide of law firms, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutiques" section, p. 349, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Newspapers and magazines" and "TV/Radio" sections, pp. 351-352
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2010/2011 edition of the "Legal 500 Paris", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Medias and entertainments" chapter, "Publishing" and "Television and radio" sections, pp. 108-110 and in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutiques" section, pp. 126-127
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2010 in Information Technology (ranking "2 stars"), in Internet (ranking "2 stars") and in broadcasting and cinema (ranking "2 stars") in the magazine "Option Finance"
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in France in the 2010 edition of the "Legal 500, US Special Edition", a professional guide for law firms, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutique" section, p. 188, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers" and "TV/radio" sections, p. 190
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2010 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutiques" section, pp. 343-344, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers" and "TV/Radio" sections, pp. 345-346
Quotation of Gilles Vercken Law Firm in the legal magazine "Best Lawyers" which lists the best practitioners of Business Law by specialties for the first time in France
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2009 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutiques" section, p. 358, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers" and "TV/Radio" sections, p. 361
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2008 edition of the "Legal 500, US Special Edition", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutique" section, p. 201, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers" and "TV/Radio" sections, p. 203-204
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2008 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutique" section, p. 357, and in the "Media and entertainment" chapter, "Book publishers" and "TV/Radio" sections, pp. 359-360
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms in the 2007 edition of the "Legal 500, Europe, Middle East & Africa", a professional guide of law firms, in the "Intellectual property" chapter, "Boutique" section, p. 343
Ranking of Gilles Vercken Law Firm among the best law firms for 2006 in Information Technology (ranking "High Fame") and in Internet (ranking "High Fame") in the magazine "Décideurs Stratégie Finance Droit"