Legal services for internationalcompanies operating in France

Business activities require contracts that are clear, enforceable and aligned with commercial objectives. Legal assistance is provided for the drafting, review and negotiation of commercial agreements in both domestic and international contexts. Particular attention is given to risk allocation, operational efficiency and long-term legal security. Services include: Commercial contracts – International contracts – Bilingual contracts (French / English / Turkish) – Distribution agreements – Franchise agreements – Partnership agreements – Commercial agency agreements – Supply agreements – Subcontracting agreements – Service agreements – Terms of service – Purchase agreements – Technology transfer agreements – Licensing agreements – Rental and lease agreements – Industrial agreements – Contract monitoring and legal support for ongoing contractual relationships.

Legal assistance is provided to companies involved in international business operations, particularly between France, Turkey and other jurisdictions. The practice regularly advises foreign companies operating in France as well as French and Turkish companies developing activities abroad. Cross-border matters are handled with a practical approach, coordinating with trusted lawyers in several jurisdictions when local representation is required. This allows clients to manage international contracts, establish subsidiaries, participate in tenders, recover debts or negotiate commercial operations with clear and efficient legal support. The practice also has experience in sensitive cross-border matters involving regulatory and compliance issues, including cases relating to international sanctions and U.S. regulations (OFAC). Work is carried out in French, English and Turkish, with attention to the legal and commercial specificities of each jurisdiction.

Assistance is provided for the recovery of commercial debts in France, both for French and foreign companies. Each case is handled with a strategy balancing efficiency, cost control and legal leverage. Debt recovery may involve amicable negotiation, formal notice, court proceedings and enforcement measures where necessary. Particular experience exists in assisting foreign companies, including Turkish clients, in recovering unpaid invoices in France and managing disputes with French partners.

Legal support is provided to technology companies, digital platforms and innovative businesses requiring secure contractual structures and regulatory compliance. Work includes drafting and negotiating software agreements, SaaS contracts, licensing agreements, platform terms of service, privacy policies and data protection documentation in compliance with GDPR and European regulations. The practice also handles software licensing and intellectual property enforcement matters, including cases involving unauthorized use of software, licence breaches and copyright infringement. Assistance includes legal analysis, formal notices, negotiation of settlements and, where necessary, litigation support. The practice regularly assists international digital companies operating in France or working with French partners, with a focus on clear contractual frameworks, protection of intellectual property rights and secure cross-border operations. Platform Agreement – Privacy Policy – B2B or B2C Terms of Service – E-commerce Terms of Service – Online Reputation Protection – Know-how Transfer Contract – Licensing Agreement – Software License Agreement / SAAS Agreement – Legal Support for Code Audits – Service Contract.

Industrial projects require precise contractual structuring and a strong understanding of technical and operational constraints. Legal assistance is provided for shipbuilding, manufacturing, logistics and large-scale industrial operations, including preparation and negotiation of international tenders and commercial agreements. This experience is supported by several years of in-house work within a shipyard group during a major expansion phase, involving infrastructure projects, international contracts and coordination with technical and commercial teams. Particular attention is given to risk allocation, performance obligations and the practical execution of industrial contracts. Shipyard Legal Advisory – Industrial Expansion and Infrastructure Projects – International Tenders Preparation – Tender Documentation and Contract Negotiation – Shipbuilding, Repair and Maintenance Contracts – Manufacturing and Production Agreements – Industrial Supply and Procurement Contracts – International Logistics and Shipping Matters – Automotive Industry Contracts – Subcontracting Agreements – Technical Assistance and Maintenance Contracts – Project Development and Construction Contracts – Contract Management for Large-Scale Industrial Operations – Risk Allocation and Liability Clauses in Complex Industrial Contracts – Commercial Negotiations in Industrial and Maritime Projects – Performance and Delivery Obligations in Industrial Agreements – International Supply Chain Contracts – Equipment Purchase and Installation Agreements.

Setting up a business in France requires careful consideration of the appropriate establishment form, governance structure and regulatory framework. From the initial choice of legal structure to company formation and operational set-up, each stage is handled with attention to control, liability and long-term stability. Corporate and business activities are structured to support growth and operational continuity. Shareholder and participation agreements, management contracts and board-related matters are addressed to ensure clarity in decision-making and corporate responsibility. Ongoing corporate obligations, including annual reports, audits and structural changes such as mergers, splits and reorganisations, are managed with a focus on legal security. Corporate structuring, business transfers, commercial and professional leases, as well as software and SaaS licensing arrangements are handled to secure transactions and ensure operational stability. Business Creation – Choice of Establishment Form – Company Formation – Drafting Articles of Incorporation and Shareholders’ Agreements – Participation Agreements – Management Contracts – Board of Directors Matters – Annual Reports and Audits – Company Mergers, Splits and Reorganisations – Business Transfers – Commercial Lease – Business Lease – Amicable Liquidation – Insolvency Proceedings – Business Disputes and Resolutions.

We assist international companies participating in public procurement procedures and international tenders in France and across North Africa, including Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco. Our services cover the preparation and review of tender documentation, including the administrative, technical and financial phases of procurement procedures, as well as compliance with applicable procurement regulations. We advise clients throughout the full lifecycle of public procurement projects, from tender preparation and submission to contract negotiation with public authorities and public entities. We assist companies in structuring their participation in tender procedures and in managing legal and contractual risks associated with large public projects. Our practice also includes assistance with contractual claims, disputes and regulatory issues arising in the context of public procurement, government contracts and infrastructure projects.