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Home service of a bailiff's document
Service at home is a prerequisite for the validity of the entire procedure. An irregularity in the steps taken by the court commissioner can invalidate a seizure or render an enforcement order null and void. Here are the rules, pitfalls and remedies.
Collection agencies have no power!
Are you being harassed by a collection company? Don't let them bully you - they have no power! We'll explain.
Seizure of propertyWhat is the minimum amount for a property seizure?
There is no legal threshold below which a seizure of property cannot be carried out: in theory, a creditor with a writ of execution can take action regardless of the amount owed. In practice, proportionality is essential, and the enforcement judge will penalise any abuses. When faced with a summons to pay, you have concrete means of defence.
Seizure of propertyThe adjudication judgement in property seizure cases
The adjudication judgment is a special judgment. It offers significant advantages for eviction... but is difficult to obtain. Here are some explanations.
Methods of executionHow long can a bailiff claim a debt?
A court-appointed official cannot claim a debt indefinitely: French law sets strict limitation periods depending on the nature of the claim and the existence of a writ of execution. Ten years to enforce a judgement, two years for claims between private individuals and professionals - here's how these time limits apply in practice.
Seizure of propertyStatement of claim in property seizures
In property seizure proceedings, a registered creditor who fails to declare his claim within the legal time limits loses the benefit of his security and is demoted to the rank of unsecured creditor. This guide sets out the rules governing the declaration of claims, the deadlines for declaring claims depending on the date of registration, the content of the declaration and the consequences of failure to declare a claim.
Methods of executionCan a bailiff seize a person who is not solvent?
A court-appointed official can initiate a seizure against an insolvent person, but his action is subject to strict limits: certain assets and income cannot be seized, and the debtor is guaranteed a minimum subsistence level by law. If no seizable assets are found, the debt remains due - collection is simply suspended pending a change in the debtor's situation.
Methods of executionAttachment of claims against a legal entity governed by public law: procedure, conditions and reforms 2025
Unpaid public debt? Yes, it is possible to recover your money from the State or a local authority! Our guide explains the key French procedure.
Methods of executionSeizure and sale of movable tangible property: a complete guide to the enforcement procedure
Find out how a seizure and sale of movable property works: conditions, stages, costs and your rights to challenge this compulsory execution procedure.
Methods of executionMaritime, river and air seizures and securities: news 2022-2024
Reforms 2022-2024: seizures of ships and aircraft. Decipher the new rules to secure your assets or recover your debts under French law.
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