Aurélie Chazottes

Partner
Special Matters & Government Investigations
Bio

Aurélie has an exclusive practice in white collar criminal law and intervenes in complex and sensitive cases, through which she has gained extensive experience, particularly in financial criminal law and investigations.

She assists and represents French and international clients - suspects or victims - at all stages of criminal proceedings (preliminary enquiries, investigation and judgment stages). Aurélie is recognized as a true specialist in the criminal defense of businesses and their executives. She also supports the firm's clients in helping them anticipate the criminal liability and protect their reputation to the fullest.

Aurélie was named European Rising Star by the prestigious Law.com International ranking.

She was nominated by Chambers in the “Up and Coming” lawyers category and ranked in the 2025 Leading Lawyers by Legal 500. She is listed in the Who’s Who for the third year in a row.

This year, Aurélie was ranked among Tomorrow's Leading Lawyers by Legal 500.

Aurélie regularly teaches criminal law and criminal procedure, giving lectures at the Paris Bar School and participating in seminars.

Aurélie completed a dual degree in French and Spanish law, earning her Master's in Financial Criminal Law from the University of Cergy-Pontoise in partnership with the ESSEC prestigious business school.

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