Commercial Litigation in France Strategic, Assertive & Business Focused Representation

Resolve your dispute in France with a clear legal strategy, fast action, and a law firm that knows how to win.

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Commercial Litigation in France

Resolve your dispute in France with a clear legal strategy, fast action, and a law firm that knows how to win.

Commercial disputes—whether arising from unpaid invoices, breach of contract, fraudulent conduct, failed deliveries, or shareholder conflicts—can disrupt operations, increase risk exposure, and damage business relationships. Litigation in France requires mastery of procedural rules, strict deadlines, and the ability to structure convincing legal arguments from day one.

Our law firm represents companies, entrepreneurs, investors, and international businesses in commercial litigation throughout France, offering strategic representation, efficient case handling, and enforceable solutions.

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Why Work With a French Business Litigation Lawyer?

French litigation is highly formal, deadline-driven, and heavily document-based. Success depends on building a legally solid case from the outset and navigating procedural requirements that differ significantly from many common-law jurisdictions.

Step 1

Strong, court-ready legal argumentation

Step 2

Anticipation of procedural traps and deadlines

Step 3

Full representation before the Commercial Court or Civil Courts

Step 4

Access to emergency relief: injunctions, asset freezing, protective orders

Step 5

Strategic guidance aligned with business objectives

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Our Litigation Services in France

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Pre-Litigation Strategy & Legal Assessment

Before initiating proceedings, we conduct a detailed legal and factual review to evaluate:

Includes:

  • Strength of your claim
  • Available evidence
  • Applicable French laws and case law
  • Risks, costs, and likely outcomes
  • Immediate protective measures (if needed)

We then outline a litigation roadmap, including deadlines, procedural steps, and strategic options such as settlement, mediation, or urgent action.

📌 Goal: define the most effective path—litigation, negotiation, or hybrid.

 

Initiating Litigation — “Assignation”

To start a lawsuit in France, we draft and serve a summons (assignation) through a bailiff. It must comply with strict legal requirements.

Includes:

  • Legal grounds and full argumentation
  • Evidence presentation
  • Identification of parties and claims
  • Compliance with jurisdiction and procedural rules

We represent clients in:

  • Breach of contract disputes
  • Unpaid commercial debts
  • Fraud and misrepresentation cases
  • Supplier and delivery disputes
  • Agency and distribution conflicts

 

Goal: file a strong, persuasive claim that positions you advantageously from day one.


Court Proceedings & Hearings

We handle all aspects of court representation, including:

  • Written pleadings (“conclusions”)
  • Evidence production and rebuttal
  • Procedural motions
  • Negotiation and settlement opportunities
  • Oral pleadings at hearings
  • Interaction with the court and opposing counsel

In French litigation, written arguments are decisive. Our pleadings are structured, evidence-driven, and fully aligned with your commercial objectives.

Goal: defend your interests assertively and efficiently.

Emergency Relief & Interim Measures

In urgent situations, we can request expedited measures, including:

  • Référé procedures (fast-track interim relief)
  • Injunctions to stop harmful actions
  • Saisie conservatoire (asset freezing before judgment)
  • Orders to produce documents or information
  • Emergency payment orders

These measures are particularly effective when:

  • A debtor is attempting to hide or dissipate assets
  • A business partner is causing immediate harm
  • Fraud or misappropriation is suspected
  • Performance of a contract must be enforced quickly

Goal: protect your rights immediately while the main litigation proceeds.

Judgment, Enforcement & Appeals

Once a decision is obtained, we ensure full enforceability of your rights:

  • Enforcement of judgments through bailiffs
  • Seizure of bank accounts, goods, receivables, or property
  • Enforcement of foreign judgments in France (EU, UK, US, Canada, etc.)
  • Management of settlement agreements
  • Filing or responding to appeals

We provide strategic advice on whether appealing is appropriate, based on legal strength, costs, and business impact.

Goal: transform a favorable judgment into actual payment or compliance.

Our Process

Transparent & Predictable Fees

Pre-Litigation Review & Strategy

From 950 € HT → Case assessment + legal analysis + strategy outline

Initiating Litigation (Assignation)

From 3,490 € HT + success fee → Drafting, filing, service, first procedural steps

Full Litigation Representation

Quoted individually depending on complexity → Pleadings, hearings, evidence, negotiation, enforcement

Emergency Relief (Referé / Injunction / Freezing)

From 1,450 € HT → Urgent petition + hearing + execution

600+

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We Represent International Clients in French Courts

We represent:

Can a foreigner create and manage a company in France?

Yes. Foreign individuals and legal entities can validly approve and file company modifications in France (e.g., change of name, seat, manager, capital, purpose), and foreigners may be appointed as gérant (SARL/EURL) or président (SAS/SASU). The formalities vary depending on nationality and whether the manager will live in France.

Managers living abroad

If the manager does not plan to reside in France, no residence permit is required to be appointed. The appointment and any other company changes are registered with the Registre du commerce et des sociétés (RCS). You can therefore run and modify a French company from abroad, provided the corporate decisions and filings comply with French law.

Is there a minimum capital to modify my company (e.g., for a capital increase or reduction)?

There is no statutory minimum to amend capital itself; the rule is about the amount you set and the procedure you follow.

  • Capital increase: Decide the amount and form (cash, in-kind, incorporation of reserves), update the bylaws, publish a legal notice, and file with the registry. In-kind contributions may require an independent appraiser (commissaire aux apports), subject to exemptions.
  • Capital reduction: May be motivated by losses or optimization. Requires a shareholders’ decision, creditor protection steps where applicable, legal notice, bylaws update, and filing.

Beware of under-capitalization risks:

  • Credibility & financing: Very low capital may trigger requests for personal guarantees and limit access to credit.
  • Loss of half of capital: If equity falls below 50% of stated capital, the sole shareholder(s) must decide whether to recapitalize or dissolve within legal timelines.
  • Management liability: Failing to address a critical equity situation can engage the manager’s responsibility.

Practical tip: You can set nominal capital low and use shareholder current accounts or future increases, but a realistic capital level often reassures banks and partners.

Is there a minimum capital to modify my company (e.g., for a capital increase or reduction)?

There is no statutory minimum to amend capital itself; the rule is about the amount you set and the procedure you follow.

  • Capital increase: Decide the amount and form (cash, in-kind, incorporation of reserves), update the bylaws, publish a legal notice, and file with the registry. In-kind contributions may require an independent appraiser (commissaire aux apports), subject to exemptions.
  • Capital reduction: May be motivated by losses or optimization. Requires a shareholders’ decision, creditor protection steps where applicable, legal notice, bylaws update, and filing.

Beware of under-capitalization risks:

  • Credibility & financing: Very low capital may trigger requests for personal guarantees and limit access to credit.
  • Loss of half of capital: If equity falls below 50% of stated capital, the sole shareholder(s) must decide whether to recapitalize or dissolve within legal timelines.
  • Management liability: Failing to address a critical equity situation can engage the manager’s responsibility.

Practical tip: You can set nominal capital low and use shareholder current accounts or future increases, but a realistic capital level often reassures banks and partners.

Can a foreigner create and manage a company in France?

Yes. Foreign individuals and legal entities can validly approve and file company modifications in France (e.g., change of name, seat, manager, capital, purpose), and foreigners may be appointed as gérant (SARL/EURL) or président (SAS/SASU). The formalities vary depending on nationality and whether the manager will live in France.

Managers living abroad

If the manager does not plan to reside in France, no residence permit is required to be appointed. The appointment and any other company changes are registered with the Registre du commerce et des sociétés (RCS). You can therefore run and modify a French company from abroad, provided the corporate decisions and filings comply with French law.

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Do You Need to Modify Your Existing French Company?

Yes. Any modification — such as a change of registered office, manager, company name, share capital, or activity — must be declared and registered with the French Commercial Registry (RCS). These updates ensure your company’s legal documents and public records stay compliant. Foreign shareholders can make such changes remotely, provided supporting documents are submitted through a French representative or legal agent.

Yes. Any modification — such as a change of registered office, manager, company name, share capital, or activity — must be declared and registered with the French Commercial Registry (RCS). These updates ensure your company’s legal documents and public records stay compliant. Foreign shareholders can make such changes remotely, provided supporting documents are submitted through a French representative or legal agent.

Yes. Any modification — such as a change of registered office, manager, company name, share capital, or activity — must be declared and registered with the French Commercial Registry (RCS). These updates ensure your company’s legal documents and public records stay compliant. Foreign shareholders can make such changes remotely, provided supporting documents are submitted through a French representative or legal agent.

Yes. Any modification — such as a change of registered office, manager, company name, share capital, or activity — must be declared and registered with the French Commercial Registry (RCS). These updates ensure your company’s legal documents and public records stay compliant. Foreign shareholders can make such changes remotely, provided supporting documents are submitted through a French representative or legal agent.

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