Francis Pinot de Villechenon is the founding partner of the firm which he started in 1979. His vision and ambition has established Villechenon as a leading independent law firm in France.
After 40 years of representing companies, founders, managers and investors, Francis has developed an expertise that is key to the firm’s client recognition and loyalty.
Francis oversees Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity transactions. He advises clients in matters of company law, tax, commercial law; all areas in which he has acquired a very strong expertise.
Francis holds a Master degree in Public Law and a post graduate degree in Private Law. He is also a graduate of the Center for European Studies (Centre d’Études des Communautés Européennes) and of the Paris Institute In Urban Planning. Francis is a member of the Paris Bar and he assists his clients in both French and English.