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How to create a simplified joint stock company in France?

Many foreign companies would like to invest in France and to create a French company, like a simplified joint stock company (SAS) but finally abort their project by a lack of knowledge.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On February 6, 2014
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Corporate law

A comparative guide to english and french companies

Choosing the right country to start your company is paramount towards its success. Your expenses can vary greatly, depending on a country’s setting up costs or the taxes on various business enterprises.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On January 15, 2014
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Tax law

French Tax Lawyers Delcade – How to prepare and respond to tax increase

The French government voted to increase taxation in order to increase national income in 2012. The reforms, first introduced in the 2013 Finance Bill, go even further in the new 2014 Finance Bill.

  • By Fabrice DELOUIS
  • On January 6, 2014
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Property and construction

Real Estate

Delcade advises on all issues of real estate law, particularly within real estate acquisition, vineyard properties, estates, farms, houses, general buildings.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On October 21, 2013
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Corporate law

Corporate restructuring in France through changes in capital shareholding

Corporate restructuring is the process of redesigning legal, ownership, operational and other aspects of a company.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On August 7, 2013
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Corporate law

Tax optimization of a French company acquisition

Any French company acquisition needs to be tax optimized by your French lawyer. The mechanism of fiscal leverage implies that the holding company borrows to acquire securities of the target French company.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On March 1, 2013
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Corporate law

Liability of company directors and sole traders in france

To start and run a business in France, you have the choice to either operate a business as a sole trader (called an “entreprise individuelle”) or to establish a private limited company.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On January 18, 2013
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Corporate law

A time of opportunity for US private equity in the EU

It is important for every American private equity investor seeking EU opportunities to understand and take guidance on the unique nature of the EU internal market and the unique regulatory environment governing EU private equity transactions.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On October 8, 2012
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Corporate law

Raising Capital in France: A Guide for Foreign Companies

France is a very attractive location for foreign companies seeking to raise funds for European expansion or other activities or needs.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On September 12, 2012
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Corporate law

Shareholder agreements in France: an overview

Shareholders’ agreements are very commonly used in France, especially in private equity transactions.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On July 19, 2012
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Corporate law

Buying a winemaking estate in France: things to remember

Buying a French winery can be an attractive opportunity for those wishing to produce wine for export, however anyone considering buying a winemaking estate in France must be sure that they fully understand the many special features of such a transaction.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On July 11, 2012
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Corporate law

Key substantive clauses in a French share purchase agreement

In a French share deal, the share purchase agreement is the main document. It often incorporates representations and warranties, indemnities and disclosures. The first draft is usually prepared by the buyer, although it is common for the seller to prepare the first draft on auction sales.

  • By Benoît LAFOURCADE
  • On July 11, 2012
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