Who are we ?
Citizen Avocats is a French law firm registered with the Bar of Bordeaux, which handles complex international cases.
Our niche positioning allows us to meet the legal needs of a private and corporate clientele that demands rigour, responsiveness and dedication. Our highly qualified team offers tailor-made services, adapted to exceptional situations.
We are fully client-focused and follow the following objectives:
- To meet the specific needs of our English-speaking clients, particularly in terms of succession, estate and wealth planning;
- To advise efficiently our private clients interested in the cross-border management of their personal or professional assets;
- To offer entrepreneurs, SMEs and larger groups rapid support to develop and protect their international activities; and
- To offer highly qualified services in international taxation, trade and investments.
The firm's expertise extends to the whole of France. Thanks to our exceptional network and international positioning, we are frequently involved in cases where the laws of the United Kingdom, Mauritius, or the United States of America apply. In litigation, we plead before all French courts, as well as international arbitration tribunals. The firm practices both in French and English on a daily-basis.
Last posts
The Reform of the French Hereditary Reserve in International Successions: First lessons, First solutions
In our article dated 18 November 2021, Me Marie-Claude Bessout (former Notary) and I alerted our foreign readers to the consequences and uncertainties brought about by the “law against separatism” of 24 August 2021 with regard to international successions. We regretted that the wording of the new Par. 3 of...
The international acquisition of a French business: some practical advice
In one of our previous articles, we presented the two main techniques for acquiring a business in France. Today we will approach this issue from the international perspective. In particular, we will give practical advice to foreign companies and entrepreneurs wishing to acquire a French on-going business (fonds de commerce)....Continue reading
The non-renewal of a French commercial lease for serious and legitimate motives: a weapon not to underestimate
The commercial lease contract is well known. In simple terms, it is the agreement whereby the owner of a property rents his premises to a company or entrepreneur, so that the latter can operate its business, craft or industry. The commercial lease should thus not be confused with the residential...Continue reading
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