Vincent Varet and Xavier Près co-lead the book publishing team at VARET PRÈS KILLY, which has ‘remarkable knowledge of the sector’ and draws on the wider firm's strength in intellectual property. It works with clients, predominantly authors and illustrators, on matters involving the expansion of intellectual property across various mediums beyond books; disputes between collaborators; and alleged infringements of copyright. It is also adept in advising at the pre-litigation stage.

Vercken & Gaullier‘s book publishing team is co-led by Florence Gaullier, who has particular experience of advisory and litigious copyright work, and Edouard Mille and Gilles Vercken. It predominantly assists its longstanding clients with various contractual matters including the drafting and negotiation of copyright agreements. It often deals with book publishings international in scope. Senior associate Garance Dussausaye provides additional support.