Luxury Law Practice

MULTIJURISDICTIONAL CAPABILITIES ACROSS THE RETAIL AND LUXURY SECTOR

Curtis offers clients a seamless international platform to address the legal and commercial complexities of operating worldwide. Our fashion lawyers understand the challenges luxury and retail brands face as they expand, from protecting intangible assets to structuring new market entry and managing international distribution networks.

Our capabilities span intellectual property, commercial agreements, retail real estate, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, international and transnational litigation, and global brand portfolio management. We are recognized for our expertise in advising on transactions and disputes that cross multiple jurisdictions.

We advise under U.S., French, German, Italian, Swiss, and UAE law, among others, and our team of fashion lawyers is highly experienced in managing multi-jurisdictional legal strategies for international retailers, luxury houses, and consumer brands.

STRATEGIC CROSS-BORDER STRUCTURING

Retail and luxury transactions require sophisticated structuring that balances brand integrity with international growth. Curtis provides pragmatic guidance on navigating regulatory landscapes, tailoring corporate structures, and designing distribution frameworks that support long-term value creation. Our cross-border structuring expertise ensures that clients can engage confidently with partners, investors, and counterparties worldwide, while maintaining control of their brand identity and assets.

EXPERIENCE IN LUXURY, FASHION, BEAUTY, AND GLOBAL RETAIL

Our retail lawyers are trusted by luxury and retail leaders worldwide, including fashion houses, cosmetics and beauty groups, global retailers, investors, and financial institutions. We advise on strategic transactions, daily operations, and complex regulatory matters, always with a deep understanding of the commercial and brand-driven imperatives that define the sector.

We have guided iconic brands through boutique launches, flagship rollouts, co-branding partnerships, product collaborations, and multi-brand retail concepts across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Our retail law team also advises on cutting-edge retail strategies, including experiential pop-up activations, exclusivity arrangements, digital platforms, and omnichannel models—helping luxury and retail clients capture new markets without compromising heritage or brand equity.

ESG AND SUSTAINABILITY COMPLIANCE

Sustainability is no longer optional in retail and luxury—it is integral to brand value and consumer trust. Curtis helps clients design ESG-aligned contracts, substantiate environmental claims, and navigate evolving sustainability regulations worldwide.

From green claim compliance to sustainable supply chain practices, our luxury brand attorneys provide the frameworks that allow brands to innovate responsibly while protecting themselves from regulatory and reputational risk.

LUXURY LAW: SUPPLY CHAIN, RETAIL INNOVATION & GLOBAL MARKET APPROACH

Luxury and retail industries are entering a new era defined by transparency, digital transformation, and responsible growth. Curtis’ team of luxury brand attorneys support clients in adapting their supply chain, retail presence, and market strategies to this new landscape.

Our global team of fashion, retail, and beauty lawyers help luxury and retail brands implement expansion and go-to-market strategies, navigate due diligence requirements, and integrate sustainability into every stage of their operations. With offices in major fashion, retail, and financial hubs, Curtis is uniquely positioned to guide global brands in achieving resilient, future-ready growth.