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Sylvain is a Partner in Fragomen’s Paris office. He is responsible for managing client relationships and immigration programs in France. Sylvain is passionate about developing innovative global mobility and immigration solutions and providing practical advice to complex problems.

Sylvain has more than 18 years of immigration and global mobility experience at multinational companies, with a focus on leadership and strategic operations. He has a proven track record in building high-performing teams with a focus on meeting clients’ goals, achieving efficiency and favorable results.

In addition, Sylvain has experience in leading highly complex cross-service line advisory projects for clients, requiring deep understanding of French immigration law.

As Partner, Sylvain oversees business development and client services and collaborates with professionals across the firm to expand the firm’s offerings in the region.

Sylvain speaks English, French and Spanish.  

Education

  • Nice University, Master's degree in Applied Foreign Languages ​​LEA work-study, 2003

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Experience

Advised a major pharmaceutical client on a divestiture project and its impact on their international workforce.

Provided advisory support to large French engagements in relation the design of “remote work” policies (domestic and international); short term travel policies etc.

Publications and lectures

Speaker at the “Cercle Magellan” live and virtual events.

Quoted, “France: New Immigration Law Would Ease Some Visa Requirements for Foreign Professionals.” Bloomberg Law, 21 September 2018.

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Paris Courbevoie 92400

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January 5, 2026 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Announces 2026 Partner Class and Counsel ElevationsRead more

September 30, 2025 | Video

How to Get Your French Work Visa After Graduation: Job Seeker / Company Creation PermitRead more

May 27, 2025 | Video

How to Stay in France After Graduation: Immigration Options for International StudentsRead more
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Sylvain ’s insights

January 5, 2026 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Announces 2026 Partner Class and Counsel ElevationsRead more

September 30, 2025 | Video

How to Get Your French Work Visa After Graduation: Job Seeker / Company Creation PermitRead more

May 27, 2025 | Video

How to Stay in France After Graduation: Immigration Options for International StudentsRead more
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Colisee Gardens, Block C, Floor 3, 8 Avenue de l’Arche

Paris Courbevoie 92400

France

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Sylvain ’s insights

January 5, 2026 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Announces 2026 Partner Class and Counsel ElevationsRead more

September 30, 2025 | Video

How to Get Your French Work Visa After Graduation: Job Seeker / Company Creation PermitRead more

May 27, 2025 | Video

How to Stay in France After Graduation: Immigration Options for International StudentsRead more
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Canada Managing Partner Cosmina Morariu Receives FCCCO Women in Leadership Award

Canada Managing Partner Cosmina Morariu has received the France Canada Chamber of Commerce in Ontario (FCCCO) Women in Leadership Award, recognizing her leadership and contributions to the business and legal communities.

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Diário Do Turismo: Brasil passa a emitir visto eletrônico para chineses e amplia mobilidade de negócios

Managing Director Diogo Kloper highlights how Brazil’s new electronic visa for Chinese citizens reduces bureaucracy, lowers costs and streamlines business and tourism travel.

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Blog post

Why Climate Disruptions Are Reshaping Mobility Strategy

Partner, Global Responsible Business Practices, Lisa Koenig, Lead Analyst Dominic Dietrich, Senior Associate Sarah Blackmore and Senior Associate Sonya Berenfeld Cole examine why climate disruptions are reshaping mobility strategy as economic loss, workforce displacement and travel risks require organizations to reassess workforce planning and operational resilience.

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Media mentions

Construction Management: What Tougher English Rules Mean for Construction Employers

Associate Ilaria Iovieno and Immigration Consultant Sean Pearce explain how the UK’s higher English language requirement for work visas affects construction employers.

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Visas

FIFA Mexico 2026 World Cup Entry Requirements: Visa and Immigration Guide

Senior Business Immigration Manager Vicente Duque outlines key immigration considerations for international visitors traveling to Mexico for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including visa eligibility, entry documentation and travel between host countries.

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Video

A Guide to EU Visa Categories for Non-EU Nationals

Explore EU visa options for non-EU nationals, including Schengen, long-stay and work visas like the EU Blue Card. Find the right visa for your needs.

Learn more

Blog post

Artificial Wage Inflation in Business Immigration: Policy Misalignment and Employer Impact

Counsel Susan Steger examines how wage-driven selection mechanisms in programs such as the H-1B lottery and PERM can create incentives for artificial wage inflation and introduce new compliance and workforce planning challenges for employers.

Learn more

Media mentions

Global Mobility Lawyer: Give to Gain: Strengthening Safety and Legal Pathways for Migrant Women Experiencing Abuse

Director Gemma Hyslop examines how collaboration across the global mobility sector can help strengthen legal pathways and support for migrant women experiencing abuse.

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Media mentions

Global Mobility Lawyer: Middle East Conflict Puts Multinationals’ Crisis Plans Under the Microscope

Partner Abeer Al Husseini discussed immigration and duty-of-care challenges for employers amid Middle East travel disruptions.

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Awards

Partner Sarah K. Peterson Recognized as a 2026 Women in Business Honoree by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal

Partner Sarah K. Peterson is recognized by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal as a 2026 Women in Business honoree for her professional achievements and contributions to the Twin Cities business community.

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Media mentions

The HR Room Podcast: How to Navigate Irish Immigration Law

Immigration Manager Alice Heron explains how HR teams can navigate Irish immigration law and manage international talent effectively.

Learn more

Media mentions

Housing Today: Right to Work Scheme Expansion: What Housebuilders Need to Know

Associate Ilaria Iovieno and Immigration Consultant Devina Sanghera outline what the proposed expansion of the UK Right to Work Scheme means for housebuilders.

Learn more

Awards

Canada Managing Partner Cosmina Morariu Receives FCCCO Women in Leadership Award

Canada Managing Partner Cosmina Morariu has received the France Canada Chamber of Commerce in Ontario (FCCCO) Women in Leadership Award, recognizing her leadership and contributions to the business and legal communities.

Learn more
Generic Insights

Media mentions

Diário Do Turismo: Brasil passa a emitir visto eletrônico para chineses e amplia mobilidade de negócios

Managing Director Diogo Kloper highlights how Brazil’s new electronic visa for Chinese citizens reduces bureaucracy, lowers costs and streamlines business and tourism travel.

Learn more

Blog post

Why Climate Disruptions Are Reshaping Mobility Strategy

Partner, Global Responsible Business Practices, Lisa Koenig, Lead Analyst Dominic Dietrich, Senior Associate Sarah Blackmore and Senior Associate Sonya Berenfeld Cole examine why climate disruptions are reshaping mobility strategy as economic loss, workforce displacement and travel risks require organizations to reassess workforce planning and operational resilience.

Learn more

Media mentions

Construction Management: What Tougher English Rules Mean for Construction Employers

Associate Ilaria Iovieno and Immigration Consultant Sean Pearce explain how the UK’s higher English language requirement for work visas affects construction employers.

Learn more

Visas

FIFA Mexico 2026 World Cup Entry Requirements: Visa and Immigration Guide

Senior Business Immigration Manager Vicente Duque outlines key immigration considerations for international visitors traveling to Mexico for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including visa eligibility, entry documentation and travel between host countries.

Learn more

Video

A Guide to EU Visa Categories for Non-EU Nationals

Explore EU visa options for non-EU nationals, including Schengen, long-stay and work visas like the EU Blue Card. Find the right visa for your needs.

Learn more

Blog post

Artificial Wage Inflation in Business Immigration: Policy Misalignment and Employer Impact

Counsel Susan Steger examines how wage-driven selection mechanisms in programs such as the H-1B lottery and PERM can create incentives for artificial wage inflation and introduce new compliance and workforce planning challenges for employers.

Learn more

Media mentions

Global Mobility Lawyer: Give to Gain: Strengthening Safety and Legal Pathways for Migrant Women Experiencing Abuse

Director Gemma Hyslop examines how collaboration across the global mobility sector can help strengthen legal pathways and support for migrant women experiencing abuse.

Learn more

Media mentions

Global Mobility Lawyer: Middle East Conflict Puts Multinationals’ Crisis Plans Under the Microscope

Partner Abeer Al Husseini discussed immigration and duty-of-care challenges for employers amid Middle East travel disruptions.

Learn more

Awards

Partner Sarah K. Peterson Recognized as a 2026 Women in Business Honoree by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal

Partner Sarah K. Peterson is recognized by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal as a 2026 Women in Business honoree for her professional achievements and contributions to the Twin Cities business community.

Learn more

Media mentions

The HR Room Podcast: How to Navigate Irish Immigration Law

Immigration Manager Alice Heron explains how HR teams can navigate Irish immigration law and manage international talent effectively.

Learn more

Media mentions

Housing Today: Right to Work Scheme Expansion: What Housebuilders Need to Know

Associate Ilaria Iovieno and Immigration Consultant Devina Sanghera outline what the proposed expansion of the UK Right to Work Scheme means for housebuilders.

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