Law Firm for French Real Estate and Inheritance Law
About me
Trained in France, I now work as a lawyer in both Berlin and Paris. Before being admitted to the bar, I spent several years as a notary’s associate in prestigious notarial offices in Paris and Lyon. Building on this notarial experience, my legal practice focuses on international private law, French real estate and inheritance law, with particular emphasis on international and German-French matters. As a member of the Bar Associations of Paris and Berlin, I am licensed to practice law in both France and Germany.
My clients include international individuals and companies, often with real estate assets in France. I provide legal advice fluently in French, German, and English. In addition to my legal expertise and language skills, clients also benefit from the professional network I have developed over the years in both France and Germany – particularly with notaries, real estate agents, and appraisers.
Advice on French Inheritance Law
In the field of French inheritance law, I advise clients on cross-border estate planning and the administration of estates in France. The focus is always on real estate assets located in France that are part of the estate.
Estate Planning Involving France
- Analysis of the law applicable to cross-border situations
- Advice on the required form and possible content of French wills
- Review of existing testamentary dispositions
- Legal structuring of inter vivos transfers with a focus on tax-efficient implementation
Estate Administration in France
- Comprehensive assistance and handling of inheritance cases involving property and other assets located in France
- Communication and coordination with the competent French notary handling the estate
- Legal advice on notarial deeds and legal documentation during estate settlement
- Application for a European Certificate of Succession (ECS)
- Representation before French authorities, banks, and co-heirs
- Legal advice and representation in (international-French) inheritance disputes
Advice on French Real Estate Law
In the area of French real estate law, I advise clients on the purchase and sale of properties in France – ranging from private vacation homes to larger investment properties. My legal support covers all aspects of real estate transactions in France, including:
Purchase and Sale of Real Estate in France
- Representation in negotiations with buyers or sellers
- Engagement and coordination with real estate agents
- Review and negotiation of preliminary sale agreements (“promesse de vente / compromis de vente”) and final purchase agreements (“contrat de vente”)
- Commissioning and legal assessment of (technical) property inspection and value reports
- Review of co-ownership documents (co-ownership rules / declaration of division / service charge statements)
- Negotiations with financing banks and brokers
- Coordination with the notary responsible for executing the deed
- Advice on purchasing and selling real estate in France under a life annuity scheme (“viager”)
Continuous legal support in the management of real estate assets located in France
- Engagement of real estate agents to find tenants
- Communication and negotiation with tenants
- Drafting and review of lease agreements
- Tax advice on buying, selling, and renting out property in France
- Legal guidance on the continuous tax obligations associated with French real estate, including the „IFI“ wealth tax
- Legal advice on the legal framework governing co-ownership under French condominium law („copropriété“), with emphasis on co-owners’ rights and duties
- Communication and negotiation with property management (“syndic”)
Engagement
My services are provided based on a mandate agreement concluded in advance. Depending on the nature of the case, fees are charged either according to an agreed hourly rate or based on the value and complexity of the matter. To request an offer, feel free to contact me directly. Of course, all inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality.
Contact
I look forward to hearing from you to arrange an initial phone consultation:
