ALEXIS WEIL

Attorney at the Paris and New York Bars

Arbitration · Commercial Litigation · Real Estate

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About

Alexis Weil is an attorney admitted to the bars of both Paris and New York. He assists clients in resolving disputes and protecting their interests, in litigation as well as arbitration.

With over fifteen years of experience gained at several international law firms, he provides each client with rigorous, responsive, and personalized legal services.

Alexis Weil practices French and international law before both state courts and arbitral tribunals. His dual admission to the Paris and New York bars, together with his experience before numerous courts around the world, places him in an ideal position to handle French and international disputes.

15+ years of experience
2 bar admissions (Paris & New York)
2 languages (FR & EN)

Practice Areas

Alexis Weil handles the main areas of business litigation.

Arbitration

Representation as counsel in ad hoc and institutional arbitration proceedings. Also appears before French state courts, in particular in connection with set-aside actions and exequatur proceedings.

Commercial Litigation

Comprehensive management of commercial disputes before French courts. Post-acquisition litigation (warranty claims, price adjustments), contractual disputes, termination of established commercial relationships, and unfair competition.

Real Estate Litigation

Construction disputes, landlord-tenant litigation, real estate transaction disputes, condominium matters, and neighborhood nuisance claims. Assistance during court-ordered expert proceedings.

Corporate & Partnership Disputes

Shareholder disputes, governance conflicts, challenges to corporate decisions.

International Litigation

Management of cross-border and multi-jurisdictional disputes. Support and assistance to foreign counsel in connection with matters of French law, and recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments in France.

Negotiation & Settlement

Negotiation and drafting of settlement agreements. Alternative dispute resolution (mediation, conciliation). Contract drafting and risk management.

Notable Matters

Representative matters, in France and internationally.

Arbitration — Set-Aside Action

Representation of a foreign company in a set-aside action against an ICC arbitral award, before the Paris Court of Appeal.

Banking Litigation

Representation of a client in a banking dispute concerning the restitution of assets held with an institution that underwent several successive mergers and acquisitions.

International Enforcement

Representation of a creditor in connection with the recognition and enforcement in France of several Moroccan judgments, together with a fraudulent-conveyance action (action paulienne) and protective attachments against a recalcitrant debtor.

Litigation — Association Governance

Defense of the duly elected officers of an association against a group seeking to retain control in breach of the bylaws.

Construction Litigation

Representation of the project owner in several construction disputes following the delivery of a shopping center.

Civil & Criminal Litigation

Defense of the interests of five families, victims of a large-scale organized real estate fraud, in the context of civil and criminal proceedings.

Attorney

Alexis Weil, attorney at the Paris and New York Bars

Alexis Weil

Attorney at Law — Paris & New York Bars

Alexis Weil has been admitted to the New York Bar since 2008 and to the Paris Bar since 2011. After practicing at leading international law firms — Lovells (now Hogan Lovells Cadwalader), Winston & Strawn, White & Case — he developed an in-depth litigation and arbitration practice over fourteen years at UGGC Avocats and formerly SBKG.

Since October 2024, Alexis has been practicing as an independent attorney and founded his own firm, dedicated to arbitration, commercial litigation, and real estate.

Bar Admissions

  • New York State Bar
  • Paris Bar

Education

  • Master 2 (Research) in Business Law — Université Paris Nanterre
  • Master of Laws (LL.M.) — American University, Washington D.C.
  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) — University of Essex, United Kingdom
  • ENA Preparatory Program — Université Paris-Dauphine

Languages

French · English

His Approach

Rigor

Every case receives a thorough legal analysis. Alexis Weil builds litigation strategies based on a precise understanding of the law and case precedent.

Commitment

He is fully dedicated to defending his clients' interests with responsiveness and determination at every stage of the proceedings.

Transparency

He provides clients with clear, regular updates on the progress of their case, the risks involved, and the prospects for success.

Tailored Solutions

Every situation is unique. He offers customized solutions, whether through court litigation, arbitration, or amicable negotiation.

Contact

Address

176 boulevard Haussmann
75008 Paris, France

Bar Admissions

Paris Bar
New York State Bar

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