Annual legal obligations of a French Société Civile Immobilière (SCI)
Owning property in France through an SCI brings real advantages, but it also creates annual legal duties that many shareholders
I am a French qualified Avocat with over 30 years of experience, of which 18 have been in the UK. I assist clients across a range of private and business deals, as well as litigation in France.
I have particular experience in French real estate transactions of all kinds, French wills and estate planning and work on cross-border transactions with colleagues in the firm.
The law in France is very different to that of England and Wales and so if you are looking to buy or sell property in France or do business in France it is important you understand all the implications. My dual qualifications mean I understand what you might be expecting and how the actual position may be different to these expectations. I can help you understand the real picture and navigate you through to achieve your goals.
I can assist those facing litigation with banks in France and those dealing with the receivership of French companies.
English farmers who purchase a French farm and set up their business in France will receive all the specific advice they need.
Thank you for all your help in the purchase of our apartment. You and your team have made the process much more straight forward and knowing we had your knowledge and expertise behind us, has made our property purchase journey in France so much less stressful.
I have been with Tees since 2004. I hold a BA in English Law from the University of Kent and am qualified at the Paris Bar.
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