Chambers 2026
The public team is ranked Band 5 in Public Law
Laurent de la Brosse
Partner
Member of the Paris Bar since 1999, Laurent de La Brosse co-founded Oyat in 2022.
Laurent has previously been a partner at Latournerie Wolfrom Avocats within the public business law department since 2007.
Laurent’s practice focuses on public economic law, public contracts (complex arrangements), particularly in the mobility and energy sectors, public real estate (development operations), environmental law and classified facilities.
He advises both public and private clients, in both advisory and litigation matters (including judicial mediation, conciliation and settlement).
His oyat is in the Payré estuary.
EDUCATION
- University of Versailles – Saint Quentin, Master’s degree in public law
- University of Panthéon-Assas Paris II – Post graduate degree (DEA) in internal public law
LANGUAGES
French, English
ACTIVITIES
- Lecturer in Master in environmental law, safety and quality of companies at the University of Versailles – Saint Quentin where he teaches environmental law (feedback)
- Training modules and seminars for the agents of the Court of Auditors and the Regional Chambers of Auditors on the terms and conditions for concluding partnership agreements (feedback and points of vigilance)
- Speaker on seminars organized by the Ecole des Ponts on the theme, Conducting a property development: complex projects
- Speaker on seminars organized by the Ecole des Ponts on the theme, Managing railway tenders in the context of the opening to competition
- Member of the Cercle Vendéen (association of entrepreneurs)
RANKINGS & AWARDS
Chambers 2026
Legal 500 EMEA 2026
- Administrative and public law – Tier 3 – Leading Partners
“Exceptionally smooth collaboration, meticulous follow-up, and sound advice on complex and long-term cases. Expertise in the substance of the matter was never found wanting.”
“Laurent de la Brosse: very easy to contact, impeccable rigour, strong interpersonal and political skills, great discretion.”
“They demonstrate excellent listening skills and a deep understanding of the challenges involved in concession contracts, with a strong ability to engage effectively with public stakeholders. The firm has become more agile and responsive.”
“A highly coordinated and united team capable of ensuring the transmission and continuity of files over long periods.”
“Laurent de la Brosse: excellent availability and accessibility. ”
“Excellent expertise in public law. Strongly positions himself as a business partner, focusing on understanding the client’s real-world issues.”
Décideurs / Leaders League 2026
Public Law
- Administrative contracts and related litigation / Excellent
- Land management / Excellent
- Local authority & mixed economy / Excellent
- PPP contracts: large-cap structuring / Excellent
- PPP contracts: mid-cap structuring / Excellent
- Public domain / Excellent
- Market regulation / Excellent
- Urban planning / Highly recommended
Le Point 2026
- Public Law / 5 stars
Best Lawyers 2027
Laurent de la Brosse is recognized in The Best Lawyers in France for work in Public Law and Real Estate Law
Best Law Firms 2027
- Regional Tier 2 – Paris : Public Law
- Regional Tier 3 – Paris : Real Estate Law
“Exceptionally smooth collaboration, meticulous follow-up, and sound advice on complex and long-term cases. Expertise in the substance of the matter was never found wanting.” – Legal 500
