Our firm has in-depth expertise in estate law. We assist our clients in the management, transmission, and settlement of estates, including in an international context. We offer personalized support and legal assistance at every stage of these procedures, which are often complex and emotionally charged.
We help our clients anticipate and organize the transmission of their wealth to protect their heirs' interests and optimize tax aspects. Our services include:
· Drafting wills and setting up lifetime gifts.
· Comprehensive wealth analysis to anticipate conflict risks and reduce tax costs.
· Creating tailored structures such as trusts or civil companies for optimized management.
Our team works by your side to resolve issues related to the division and settlement of estates:
· Identification and valuation of estate assets.
· Management of conflicts between heirs or legatees.
· Assistance with administrative and judicial procedures, including in cases of intestate succession.
In a context of increasing globalization, our firm possesses recognized expertise in international estates, addressing specific issues such as:
· The application of foreign legal regimes and international conventions.
· The management of assets located in multiple jurisdictions, coordinating between various tax and notarial authorities.
· The identification of applicable laws and the resolution of conflicts of jurisdiction or laws.
We represent our clients in estate litigation, ensuring their rights are defended with determination. We intervene in complex cases involving:
· Challenges to the validity of wills.
· Disputes over lifetime gifts or bequests.
· Abatement actions for infringement of the forced heirship share.
Conscious of the sensitivity of estate matters, we favor an approach combining discretion, active listening, and strategy. Our goal is to protect your interests while promoting, as much as possible, an amicable resolution of disputes. Our commitment is to offer you comprehensive support, tailored to your needs, while taking into account the local and international specifics governing your case.
Emilie LOZE
Marie Hure
François-Xavier Kelidjian
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