Liberius is pleased to announce the appointment of Christophe Cornet d’Elzius as partner, strengthening the firm’s capacity to help clients navigate urgent commercial and restructuring challenges with clarity and control.
Christophe is a seasoned corporate lawyer specialising in restructuring, litigation and crisis management,fields where legal urgency and commercial pressure often intersect. With a pragmatic, relationship-driven approach, he supports decision-makers including management teams, shareholders and financial stakeholders in stabilising distressed situations and protecting value across the capital structure.
Known for his availability, clear judgment and ability to deliver actionable solutions under pressure, Christophe combines rigorous legal analysis with decisive execution in complex and often cross-border contexts. His practice includes advising both distressed companies and creditors, including banks and other financial institutions.
Throughout his career, Christophe has developed deep expertise at leading international firms, including DLA Piper and FIDAL, where he built a strong track record in restructuring, M&A-related litigation, and dispute prevention and resolution. He has been recognised in the Best Lawyers France rankings in the Corporate category for both 2025 and 2026, reflecting peer-acknowledged excellence in his field.
“I’m delighted to join Liberius at a time when companies face rapidly evolving legal and financial pressures. My focus remains on transforming urgent and complex legal challenges into structured, pragmatic outcomes for clients. Liberius’ entrepreneurial mindset and commitment to clarity make it a great fit for this mission.”
— Christophe Cornet d’Elzius
“Christophe brings rare depth in restructuring, crisis management and litigation. Skills that matter when time, risk and value are all on the line. His practical, solutions-oriented approach will be a major asset to clients navigating difficult situations and strategic transitions.”
— Diederik Van Lede, Managing Partner
