Location: Paris, France

About Maître Laurence Mayer

Maître Laurence Mayer is a distinguished Paris-based lawyer and Doctor of Law — a rare academic and professional distinction in the legal field. With her Doctorate in Law, she brings an exceptional depth of legal knowledge and analytical precision to every case. Few lawyers in France hold this prestigious qualification, making her one of the most accomplished practitioners in her area.

Before founding her own practice, Maître Mayer worked with lawyers at the Council of State and the Court of Cassation — France’s highest administrative and civil courts — where she gained extensive experience handling a wide variety of complex cases across multiple areas of private law. This background gives her a unique understanding of the judicial system at the highest level.

Specialist in Family, Personal & Heritage Law

Today, Maître Mayer is a recognised specialist in family, personal and heritage law. She assists clients with empathy, precision, and discretion in matters such as:

• Divorce and separation (amicable and contentious)
• Child custody, residence and visitation rights
• Alimony, financial support, and compensation
• Inheritance and estate disputes
• Property and succession planning
• Protection of vulnerable adults

Her practice combines technical mastery with a deeply human approach. Clients value her ability to listen, explain complex legal concepts clearly, and protect their interests with both intellectual rigour and compassion.

Additional Expertise

In addition to her specialisation in family and heritage law, Maître Mayer holds a University Degree in Animal Law, reflecting her broad legal curiosity and commitment to advancing emerging fields of law. She is passionate about ethical and humane legal practice, extending her expertise beyond traditional family law boundaries.

Education & Credentials

• Doctorate in Law
• Specialisation Certificate – Family, Personal and Heritage Law
• University Degree – Animal Law

Why Clients Choose Maître Mayer

Clients choose Maître Mayer for her rare combination of academic excellence, courtroom experience, and personal commitment. With her doctorate-level expertise, she approaches each case with precision and strategy, while maintaining genuine compassion for the individuals and families she represents. Her background before the supreme courts of France ensures that clients receive sophisticated and effective legal representation.