Clyde & Co announces Paris Partner and Counsel Promotions

Paris, 29 April 2026 - Global law firm Clyde & Co announces the promotion of Pierre Affagard to Partner and of Eugénie Jaussaud and Sophie Bayrou to Counsel

Clyde & Co is pleased to announce the promotion of Pierre Affagard to Partner, and of Eugénie Jaussaud and Sophie Bayrou to Counsel, effective 1 May 2026. These appointments significantly strengthen the expertise of the Paris office, particularly in the areas of cybersecurity and digital matters, insurance litigation, and international arbitration.

Pierre Affagard, Partner – Technology, Data and Cybersecurity
Pierre Affagard is a Paris Bar-qualified lawyer whose practice covers all matters relating to new technologies, data protection and cybersecurity. He advises leading players in the transport and insurance sectors, both in advisory and contentious matters. As head of the Paris cyber-incident response team, he plays a key role within Clyde & Co’s international cyber crisis management offering. Pierre has contributed to the development of innovative tools within the firm, notably in relation to measuring diversity of origin, working alongside recognised specialists. He joined the firm in 2019 and also teaches data protection law at Paris-Saclay University.

Eugénie Jaussaud, Counsel – Litigation and Insurance
Eugénie Jaussaud is a Paris Bar-qualified lawyer with solid experience in insurance litigation, civil liability, industrial risks and product liability matters, in France and internationally. A member of the Fine Art & Specie team, she has also developed a recognised practice in art law. Eugénie advises insurers and companies in complex disputes both in France and abroad. She joined Clyde & Co in 2021 after practising with leading insurance law firms.

Sophie Bayrou, Counsel – International Arbitration
A Paris Bar-qualified lawyer, Sophie Bayrou specialises in international commercial and investment arbitration. She regularly represents States, public entities and major international groups in complex, high-stakes disputes conducted under the rules of the leading arbitral institutions. Her practice notably covers the energy, infrastructure and energy transition sectors. She also acts before the French courts in arbitration-related proceedings (set-aside and enforcement actions) and advises the firm’s clients on issues relating to international sanctions. Sophie practised for several years internationally, including in Singapore, before joining Clyde & Co, where she actively contributes to the development and profile of the Paris arbitration practice.

“We are delighted to announce these promotions, which reflect our commitment to recognising excellence, dedication and the contribution of our talent to the firm’s growth. Pierre, Eugénie and Sophie fully embody Clyde & Co’s values and the quality of service we provide to our clients in France and internationally,” said David Méheut, Managing Partner of Clyde & Co in France.

Ivan Urzhumov, Partner and Head of the Paris Arbitration Practice, added: “Sophie’s promotion further strengthens an arbitration practice that is already highly regarded, particularly for complex matters with an international dimension. Her expertise and commitment are major assets for our clients.”