Experienced UK-based French lawyers
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Senior team of lawyers delivering French legal advice on French real estate, Wills and probates and other cross-border issues.
Summary
The French Desk at gunnercooke is headed by partner Guillaume Barlet-Batada. Guillaume will be able to advise on non-contentious matters such as Wills and inheritance laws and many issues relating to French property law. His clients are from the UK, US and further afield.
All members of the Team have lived and worked both in France and the UK and they possess naturally essential cross-cultural skills.
Instructions commonly carried out for our clients
Private individuals (non-contentious):
- Sale and purchase of various residential properties (including renovation projects and off-plan property) in France and overseas French territories
- Preparation and registration of French Wills and other estate planning measures regarding for French assets
- French probate matters
- Ownership transfer of property arising out of divorce or separation
- Matters including trusts linked to France
Who can we help?
- High-Net-Worth-Individuals
- Private clients
- Solicitors, Attorneys and Legal Counsels
- Trusts and charities
- High Net Worth Individuals
Client Testimonials
“Cross border matters are tricky, and English law practitioners like me need good advice from an experienced team of experts, which is exactly why I have used Guillaume and Aurélie many times, they are thorough and nice to deal with.”
– Peter Hopkins, Mercers Law ltd
“Guillaume’s personable style coupled with his professional expertise and knowledge are greatly appreciated by clients. This approach means that we recommend clients to Guillaume, but also enjoy working with Guillaume in a collegiate way to achieve the desired outcomes for clients.”
– Rob Crowther, Field Seymour Parkes Ltd
“Guillaume has provided clients with excellent and clearly explained advice on French legal issues. I would highly recommend him for expert French succession, tax, and property law advice.”
– Rick Bunch, Chafes Hagues and Lambert Llp