LEXT is pleased to announce the promotion of Pauline Coune as a partner in the Energy Department and the Africa, Maghreb and Middle East Practice which she will co-head alongside Philippe de Richoufftz, effective 1 January 2026. Bilingual in German, Pauline will also strengthen the firm's practice dedicated to German-speaking clients, created and led by Marie-Liesse Emo-Brioist.

A member of the Paris Bar since 2014, and with 12 years of experience gained in leading business law firms in Paris and Berlin, Pauline has developed significant expertise in both advisory and litigation matters, assisting her French and international clients in the implementation of their various industrial projects, whether in Europe, the Maghreb or sub-Saharan Africa.

"The partnership with Pauline, with whom I have been working for over 10 years now, to my great delight, was an obvious choice. I am elated to count on the tireless energy and enthusiasm of my partner Pauline to continue developing our practice" said Philippe de Richoufftz.

"We are delighted with the election of Pauline as a partner, whose professional and personal qualities are undeniable" added Anne Bourdu and Sylvain Beaumont, partners and co-managing partners of LEXT's Paris office.