Romain Soiron, culture of doubt

Specializing in business law in the world of sports, Romain Soiron has built a career based on philosophy. An associate at Joffe, the lawyer sees the achievement of one goal as an opportunity to set a new one.

Just when we are settled in, Romain Soiron starts the conversation. The relaxed atmosphere and casual tone set the stage: the associate at Joffe is a social animal. A chatterbox who enjoys discussing topics, without forgetting to show interest in his interlocutor. He never pretends to be overly friendly. However, like an athlete whose fame could slip away, the lawyer protects his privacy. Amid anecdotes, he casually mentions, “But you won’t write that down, right!?”

If he hadn’t pursued law, Romain Soiron probably would have started his own business. “Any business, as long as it was my project,” he states. In his adolescence, he already aspired to be an independent worker. This conviction eventually led him to a career in law. Where it is possible to “build your own model as you see fit, according to your inspiration”. Starting his career at Clifford Chance, he is among those active lawyers in an impressive sector. Foundations, leagues, or sports organizers—his clients fuel a thriving industry, especially in football and tennis. Despite entering the sports world somewhat by chance, Romain Soiron finds himself accompanying the significant economic transformations in the discipline, contributing to the revival of football culture.

Decisive Move Ironically, sports also help Romain Soiron release the tension accumulated from his cases. While he appreciates skill-based sports like football, he jokes, “As you age, you play less, but it’s nothing like dealing with cruciate ligaments.” He adds that “the days are only twenty-four hours long.” Organizing confrontations between strategies with his son and his friends brings him great joy. As the wind blows in favor of victories, the lawyer keeps his mind sharp. “Appearance surprised some of my peers. The reality is, I like it when everything is in order. Once we’ve worked hard, we can relax,” he reflects.

Fair Play Mastering human relationships provides a significant advantage for Romain Soiron during negotiations. Knowing the opponent’s personality types quickly and adapting negotiation techniques accordingly is essential. Though a publication addressing his curiosity about psychologists studying lawyers is yet to surface, Soiron stresses the personal aspect of negotiating and the importance of listening for effective communication. He believes in achieving agreements calmly, without being aggressive or confrontational.

Regarding his work ethic, he admits to having an extreme sense of client service. When clients trust him, he aims to satisfy their needs and go beyond expectations. Sharing more than just files with his clients, Romain Soiron often understands their sensitivities and preferences intimately. While he does not necessarily believe in becoming friends with clients to defend them effectively, knowing them intimately aids in providing the most appropriate advice.

After nearly twenty years in the field, Romain Soiron wonders how long he will continue before stepping back. Although jokingly referring to a final whistle, the idea of slowing down inevitably crosses his mind. Perhaps the day he no longer has new goals in the profession. It’s unlikely that this entrepreneurial soul will declare defeat easily.

Léa Pierre-Joseph