One story, one belief

In 1996, it became clear that in private equity transactions, the interests of executives and managers who invest alongside investment funds were not adequately protected . Scotto was founded to fill this gap and has since institutionalized the practice of management packages in France.

Thirty years later, Scotto brings together some 40 attorneys to handle high-profile transactions. The firm’s expertise has expanded to include M&A, wealth structuring and succession planning, personal and corporate taxation, and employment law. A one-stop-shop designed to address every aspect of a transaction that matters to you: for your business, your wealth, your family members, and yourself.

Our commitment, however, remains unchanged: to be your strategic partner, defend your interests, and support your ambitions both in France and internationally.

Why Scotto?

Pioneers with a strong track-record

We fathered the Management Package expertise in France in 1996 and have been supporting its development in Europe ever since.  

Over the past 30 years, we have developed a unique perspective on the market that enables us to support executives and management teams at every stage: structuring, negotiation, restructuring, and exit.

Scotto is the gold standard for management packages.

Your best interests, and nothing else

Our position is unambiguous: we always advocate for the interests of executives, managers, entrepreneurs, and family shareholders—never for investment funds. This clear stance ensures that the advice you receive is aligned with your financial and professional interests, with no potential conflicts of interest.

Scotto is here to protect your interests.

A 360° view of your operations: a one-stop-shop

We address your challenges by taking a transverse approach that encompasses corporate, tax, financial, and labor aspects. It is this approach that enables us to more effectively negotiate compensation or equity packages, governance structures, reorganizations, international assignments, or executive terminations .

Scotto is the art of managing multiple challenges.

A practice with an international scope

We support you both in France and internationally, including on cross-border transactions. This global perspective is part of our DNA and meets the needs of management teams working on increasingly cross-border transactions.

Scotto stands for expertise without borders.

Agility

We tailor our strategy to each situation, carefully assessing the balance of interests at play and the actual needs and engaging in customized negotiations.  

Scotto is all about practical know-how.

Trust

We provide long-term support, characterized by closeness, commitment, and loyalty.

Scotto is fully committed to supporting you.