Vincent Brenot is a partner at August Debouzy and a member of the firm’s Public Regulatory Environment practice. With more than 25 years of experience, he advises French and international clients on public law and strategic regulatory matters, with a particular focus on FDI screening. He regularly assists investors, multinational groups, and strategic businesses in navigating French foreign investment regulations and securing regulatory clearance for complex transactions. A recognised practitioner in this field, he frequently publishes and speaks on developments in French FDI screening rules and enforcement trends. Vincent also advises on environmental law matters, particularly in relation to renewable energy projects, the circular economy, and contaminated land issues arising from real estate and M&A transactions. He is recognised by leading legal directories for his expertise in public law, regulatory matters, and FDI control, and has been ranked among the 40 lawyers advising CAC 40 companies by Forbes France.
Publications
Author of the France chapter in the Foreign Direct Investment Law Guide , published 20 October 2026 .