French Real Estate Law & Inheritance Law
Your expert in French real estate and inheritance law
Owning real estate in France, inheriting a French estate, or navigating cross-border succession can be complex — especially when two different legal systems are involved. Whether you are based in the UK, the US, the Netherlands, or anywhere else in the world, I provide clear and practical legal advice in English.
As a French-qualified lawyer admitted to both the Paris and Berlin Bars, and holding the Diplôme Supérieur de Notariat, I advise international private clients on French inheritance law, inheritance tax, and real estate transactions — from planning to completion.
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Legal services for international clients
I advise English-speaking private clients on French legal matters, in English, French and German.
French Inheritance Law
Cross-border estate planning and administration in France, particularly in connection with real estate assets.
- —Cross-border estate planning
- —Tax-efficient lifetime gifts
- —Estate administration in France
- —French wills — drafting & review
French Inheritance Tax
Advice on French inheritance tax and cross-border estate planning, particularly for estates including French real estate.
- —French inheritance tax advice
- —Tax-efficient gifts & estate structuring
- —French inheritance tax returns
- —Review of French tax filings
French Real Estate Law
Legal assistance for buying, selling and managing real estate in France — with in-depth knowledge of the French notarial process.
- —Buying & selling real estate in France
- —Review of pre-contracts & sale agreements
- —Rental & property management
- —Tax aspects of French real estate
Why work with a French-qualified lawyer?
French law differs significantly from common law systems. Buying real estate in France, inheriting a French estate, or making lifetime gifts all involve specific rules, timelines and tax implications that can easily be overlooked by non-specialists.
I trained in France and hold the Diplôme Supérieur de Notariat giving me a thorough understanding of French conveyancing, estate planning and succession procedures.
Admitted to both the Paris and Berlin Bars, I advise international private clients fluently in English, French and German, from my offices in Paris and Berlin.
My Diplôme Supérieur de Notariat allows me to navigate the French notarial process efficiently — a direct advantage for my clients in real estate and estate matters.
As a member of both the Paris and Berlin Bars, I handle cross-border matters involving French and German law — advising fluently in English, French and German from Paris and Berlin.
Fees are agreed in advance, based on an hourly rate or the value and complexity of the matter. All enquiries are treated in strict confidence.
Every case is different.
I would be happy to discuss your matter in a first confidential consultation. Get in touch today.
Get in touch →Frequently asked questions
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Read more →Every case is different.
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