The story of the firm

Gabrielle Barnaud and Hugo Jaroussie met in 2020, when both were associates at a prestigious criminal defence firm. From their very first years in practice, they handled complex and often high-profile cases involving major judicial stakes.

Case after case, they sharpened their expertise, developed their analytical skills and built a reputation as rigorous and combative lawyers. Defending with conviction, designing effective litigation strategies and standing by their clients at decisive moments became a true vocation for them.

A natural synergy quickly developed between them. Sharing the same vision of the profession, the same high standards and the same determination to achieve the best possible outcome, they formed a strong and complementary partnership. Together, they achieved significant successes, demonstrating their effectiveness and unwavering commitment to their clients.

Building on this experience, and driven by the wish to practise with independence and high standards, they made an obvious decision: to found their own firm.

Their ambition? To offer every client personalised support, attentive listening and a defence strategy tailored to each situation, with the same energy and tenacity that have driven them from the start.

And so Barssie Avocats was born: a firm dedicated to committed, technical and tailor-made criminal defence.

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Barssie Avocats puts its expertise at the service of its clients, whether individuals or companies, offering personalised support and a tailor-made legal strategy in criminal law and white-collar criminal law.

Appearing before all criminal courts and at every stage of the proceedings, the firm provides a rigorous and committed defence, whether during the police investigation, the judicial investigation or at trial (criminal court or Assize Court). It represents and assists both suspects and victims, with the same precision and fighting spirit, whatever the circumstances and complexity of the case.

The firm’s values: effectiveness, responsiveness and transparency.

Every case is handled with full commitment, in-depth analysis and a strategy adapted to each client’s specific stakes. Criminal defence requires constant vigilance and unfailing adaptability. The firm also strives to provide quick, clear and pragmatic answers, while ensuring smooth and accessible communication with its clients.