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INTERNATIONAL CASES

At HESTAE AVOCATS, located in Lyon, France, we specialize in Family Law, Personal Rights, and Estate Management, providing expert legal guidance in both domestic and international cases. Our firm is committed to delivering strategic and pragmatic solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients.

Our expertise includes :

  • Divorce and Separation: Advising and representing clients in amicable or contentious divorces, including cases involving cross-border marriages and international considerations ;

  • Parental Authority and Child Custody: Assisting with child custody arrangements, parental authority disputes, and international child abduction cases under the Hague Convention ;

  • Inheritance and Estate Planning: Advising on French and international succession laws, including will drafting, probate proceedings, and cross-border estate management ;

  • International Private Law :

    • Determination of the Competent Court: In cross-border disputes, identifying which country’s courts have jurisdiction is crucial. We analyze international treaties, European regulations, and French national laws to determine where proceedings should be initiated 
    • Applicable Law: The applicable law in family law disputes (divorce, parental authority, inheritance) depends on various factors, such as the nationality, domicile, or habitual residence of the parties. We guide our clients in navigating international regulations such as the Rome III Regulation on applicable divorce law or the EU Succession Regulation.

Supporting English-Speaking Clients in France

We assist expatriates, foreign residents, and international families living in France or dealing with legal matters linked to France. Our services include :

  • Legal representation for English-speaking residents in France facing family law issues ;
  • Guidance for international couples married under different legal systems ;
  • Estate planning for foreign nationals with assets in France or multiple jurisdictions ;
  • Assistance in international relocation cases, ensuring compliance with French and EU legal frameworks.

Meet Our Team :

  • Christophe David – Certified in divorce and separation law, with a strong focus on international family law. Fully bilingual in English, he assists English-speaking clients with family law matters in France.