Arnaud Pédron

Arnaud Pédron is key member of our Restructuring – Corporate Recovery – Distressed M&A department.

Arnaud’s practice focuses on bankruptcy, insolvency and corporate restructuring. He advises directors, officers, shareholders, business or financial partners, buyers and lenders of financially troubled companies. He leverages his expertise to provide investors and distressed businesses with clear and actionable insight into the intricacies of French insolvency law and devise the best strategy for their individual circumstances. Arnaud is recognized for his ability to handle cross-border mandates on behalf of international clients.

He routinely assists clients with issues involving surety law, including the establishment of management and/or collateral trusts.

Former member of the Bar Council of the Hauts-de-Seine department (Paris area), Arnaud is a member of the Board of TMA France (Turnaround Management Association) and a member of TMA Europe’s Conference & Sponsorship Committee.

  • Leaders League 2025 – Arnaud Pédron is recognized in Restructuring & insolvency – Advising mid-cap companies and their shareholders (Leading)
  • Option Droit & Affaires Restructuring 2025 –  Arnaud Pédron is recognized in “Insolvency procedures” (4 stars) and “Financial difficulties and debt renegotiation” (4 stars)
  • Legal 500 EMEA 2025 – Arnaud Pédron is recognized in Insolvency
    ‘The team was particularly available, highly skilled in our specific issues, and always anticipated potential outcomes, ensuring each possible solution was thoroughly analyzed before making a decision. Billing was clear, transparent, and precise with no concerns.’
    ‘Excellent knowledge of procedures, high availability, diverse profiles, and gender balance’
    ‘A very professional team that has significantly expanded, with solid expertise at all levels. Their main strengths lie in their responsiveness and continuous availability, ensuring quick and effective support. The lawyers are extremely experienced and competent, providing top-quality legal advice. They take the time to understand our specific needs, allowing us to receive relevant and tailored recommendations.’
    Gold award «  Insolvency Proceedings and Restructuring – Mid Cap » – 2025
  • Leaders League 2024: Arnaud Pédron is recognized in the category Distressed M&A (Excellent) of the Mergers & Acquisitions Guide
  • Arnaud Pédron is individually ranked in the US directory Best Lawyers 2025.
  • GRR 100 2024
  • Silver award «  Insolvency Proceedings and Restructuring – Mid Cap » – 2024
  • University of Paris V René Descartes : Postgraduate degree (DESS) in Business law
  • University of Paris V René Descartes : B.A. (Maîtrise) in Business Law