Debt Recovery in France for Canadian Businesses

Handled exclusively by licensed French lawyers fast, lawful,
and transparent.

About Us

Debt Collection France powered by Petroff Avocats

 A Paris-based commercial law firm dedicated to supporting Canadian companies, law firms, and professionals in recovering debts from French debtors. We provide a secure, legally compliant, and strategic path to successful recovery.

  • Full legal authority before all French courts
  • Specialized in cross-border enforcement
  • Transparent reporting in English

Our Mission

Your Legal Partner for Debt Recovery in France

 We simplify cross-border debt collection for Canadian creditors through:

  • Expert legal handling
  • Clear communication
  • Predictable outcomes

What We Do

Comprehensive Debt Collection Services in France

All cases conducted by qualified French attorneys, not agencies.

Amicable Debt Recovery

Demand letters, negotiations, payment agreements

Judicial Debt Enforcement

Legal action in French courts, enforceable orders

Enforcing Canadian Judgments in France

Exequatur and execution of non-EU judgments

Asset Seizures & Enforcement Measures

Bank account freezing, property seizure, bailiff-led execution

Legal Strategy & Risk Control

Case assessment, litigation strategy, preventive measures

Our Proven Process

For efficient recovery and maximum success

Step 1

Initial Consultation

Understanding objectives and claim viability

Step 2

Strategic Plan Creation

Choice between amicable or court enforcement

Step 3

Case & Debtor Analysis

Asset discovery, document review, risk control

Step 4

Execution & Enforcement

Noticing, court filing, bailiff enforcement

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Why Canadian Businesses Choose Us

Licensed French Lawyers

Direct representation before French courts

Cross-Border Expertise

Serving clients across Canada and internationally

Paris-Based Network

Nationwide enforcement capabilities

Fast Communication

English updates within 24 hours

Clear and Flexible Fees

Fixed or success-based options

600+

Clients Trust

our services

The Challenge

Commercial Debt Recovery

We help international businesses recover unpaid invoices and commercial debts in France — efficiently and professionally. Whether you’re dealing with overdue B2B contracts or cross-border payment issues, our bilingual lawyers ensure your case moves fast within French legal procedures.

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How long does the French recovery process take?

La grande majorité des formes juridiques est éligible à la domiciliation d’entreprise.
Certains cas très spécifiques ne sont pas pris en charge, ils seront précisés dans votre parcours de souscription. N’hésitez pas à vous y référer en cas de doute ou à contacter l’un de nos experts en domiciliation.

Yes. We provide end-to-end debt recovery services.
This includes pre-litigation recovery (formal demand letters and negotiations), court proceedings before French courts, and French and foreign judgments enforcement through court bailiffs (commissaires de justice), including asset seizures and bank account garnishments.

Yes. Many cases involve debtors who ignore requests, dispute payment without valid grounds, or deliberately delay. Our bilingual lawyers apply graduated legal pressure, combining formal notices, legal deadlines, and enforcement strategies under French law to compel payment efficiently.

Yes. We regularly assist with cross-border debt recovery, including the enforcement in France of foreign court judgments and arbitral awards. We assess enforceability, recognition requirements, and available enforcement measures to ensure your claim can be executed effectively under French law.

Starting a case is simple. You can request a free case review within 24 hours by completing our online form. We will assess the legal validity of your claim, the debtor’s situation, and the best recovery strategy before any action is taken—clearly explaining timelines, costs, and next steps.

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