Legal news - Benoît LAFOURCADE
The strategic implications of wage portage in France: a guide for foreign companies
In the evolving landscape of global employment, France’s adoption of wage portage, akin to the Employer of Record (EOR) model, presents a strategic avenue for foreign companies aiming to expand their operations within the country. The most recent data regarding wage portage indicates that in 2018, in France, nearly 86,000 salaried employees under wage portage […]
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FRELA.LAW: a dedicated service for international Real Estate and transactional operations by Benoît Lafourcade
FRELA.LAW is an innovative platform for legal and transactional services, specifically designed to facilitate international real estate and transactional operations. This initiative, led by Benoit Lafourcade, partner and co-founder of DELCADE, aims to assist international buyers in navigating the complexities of the French real estate market. FRELA.LAW provides a comprehensive solution for companies, individuals, and […]
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Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in France
In the complex terrain of international litigation, the enforcement of foreign judgments stands as a pivotal challenge for legal practitioners and businesses worldwide. Benoit Lafourcade, partner at DELCADE, shares in this article his deep understanding of cross-border legal matters, and offers an insightful exploration into the intricacies of enforcing foreign judgments in France.
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Distribution Contracts in France: New mandatory rules under EGALIM3 Law
French lawmakers have enacted measures to tackle the strategies employed by some distributors that have bypassed regulations through the establishment of overseas purchasing hubs. These hubs have been found to engage with French-based suppliers in a manner that undermines the French distribution agreement and contract laws. To address this, the French legislators have now clearly […]
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International Business Acquisitions: A Deep Dive into the Legal Aspects of M&A in France
I. Scrutinizing the Legal Fundamentals of M&A Transaction Completion Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) transactions necessitate the precise and thorough formulation of the Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA). A cornerstone document in the process, the SPA represents the formal commitment between the buyer and seller, setting out the terms and conditions of the sale. One of […]
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In-Depth Overview of Establishing a Foreign Company Branch in France: Legal and Tax Implications
Branching into French territory can offer several opportunities for foreign companies. However, to ensure seamless operations, the foreign company must meet the requirements set by French regulations, including obtaining the necessary certifications or authorisations for regulated activities. This article provides a comprehensive review of the legal and tax obligations that a foreign company must navigate […]
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Can cryptocurrency be used for payment of services in France? A legal perspective
Cryptocurrencies have gained significant popularity as a means of payment worldwide, with more and more people using them for various transactions. In France, the use of cryptocurrencies for the payment of services is a topic of growing interest. This article will discuss the legal status of using cryptocurrencies for payment of services in France and […]
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Obtaining a DASP License in France : Steps and Legal Foundations
In France, the PACTE Law (Action Plan for Business Growth and Transformation) introduced a regulatory framework for digital asset service providers, also known as PSAN (Prestataires de Services sur Actifs Numériques). This article will outline the steps required to obtain a PSAN license in France, with an emphasis on the legal foundations and relevant articles. […]
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Developing a Compliance Program
A checklist outlining the key steps to take and the main issues to consider when developing a compliance program, including overlaps with the environmental, social and governance (ESG) framework
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Buying and Selling A Vineyard In France
When thinking about France, many associate the country with its fantastic wine-producing vineyards. A very large number of grape varieties are cultivated in France. Purchasing a vineyard in France can offer a great lifestyle and a viable business.
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PACTE law
On April 11th 2019, the French Parliament adopted the PACTE law (Action Plan for Business Growth and Transformation) which is a new step in France’s economic transformation.
Read French Disclosure: the key differences in civil trial evidence gathering The civil trial and interlocutory measures
A key difference between evidence gathering in civil proceedings in France compared with the UK or USA is that, in the former, the parties are not obliged by law to comply with any standard of disclosure as the disclosure of evidence is entirely voluntary.
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