Atty. Philippe Hansen

Atty. Philippe Hansen

Philippe Hansen has been a partner since 2011. He’s specialized in urban planning, development law and became one of the most reknown experts in public property law.

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Philippe Hansen is a business, zoning, construction, and government attorney, practicing at UGGC Avocats. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law (2026). Serves clients in Paris and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Philippe Hansen has been a partner since 2011. He’s specialized in urban planning, development law and became one of the most reknown experts in public property law.

He also works regularly in the railway sector regulation and in art law, working both for public institutions and museums and for private collectors.

He’s the author of a textbook on public property law (Propriété des personnes publiques en 100 questions, Le Moniteur, 2012). He also participates in several French and international books on Art Law.

TEACHING

  • Teaching responsible at the faculty of Paris Sud - Jean Monnet (Paris XI) in public property law
  • Visiting lecturer at the faculty of Paris Dauphine (Paris IX) in railway regulation
  • Teaching at ESCP Business School in art law (esp. auction regulation)
  • Conferences and training sessions animation on public property law (groupe Le Moniteur ; EFE)


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    Business & Corporate Law

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    Land Use & Zoning

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    Construction Law

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    Government & Administrative Law

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    Where is Philippe Hansen's law office located?
    Philippe Hansen's law practice is located in Paris. The firm is UGGC Avocats. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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    Philippe Hansen focuses on business, zoning, construction, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
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    Philippe Hansen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Public Law.

    Awards

    Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Public Law
    - 2026

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