Legal news - Corporate law
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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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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Whistleblower reporting systems – compliance in France
Now is the time to reinforce your corporate whistleblower reporting systems. Since 2018, every company with 50 or more employees in France has been required to have in place an official whistleblower reporting system.
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Considerations in Commercial Contracting: Abrupt termination of an established commercial relationship
Unlike in common law systems, where parties are allowed to terminate contractual relationships with little or no prior notice so long as the termination takes place in accordance with the terms of the parties’ contract, under French law, an established commercial relationship can only be terminated with adequate notice. Otherwise, the terminating party can be sued for damages.
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France to expand the scope of its foreign investment control mechanism
France to expand the scope of its foreign investment control mechanism. During a hearing before the Economic Affairs Committee of the French National Assembly on 29 April 2020, Bruno Lemaire, French Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, released a forthcoming modification of the rules governing the French foreign investment control mechanism.
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Delcade Avocats & Solicitors, took part in the sale of the entire capital of RAL Diagnostics to CELLAVISION AB
Delcade Avocats & Solicitors, took part in the sale of the entire capital of RAL Diagnostics to CELLAVISION AB
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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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