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Distribution and apportionment of assets following the seizure of ships and aircraft: special arrangements and ranking of creditors
By Raphaël MORENON17 September 2025Forced sale of a ship or aircraft? Find out about the complex procedure for distributing funds. Protect your rights as a creditor or debtor.
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> The practice of seizing propertyA practical, chronological and exhaustive study of the implementation of a property seizure procedure.
We put all our expertise to work to achieve a simple objective: to prevent a property seizure.
Promotions, clearance sales, credit sales: mastering the financial and legal aspects
Commercial operations based on advantageous pricing strategies and payment terms are effective in attracting customers, but involve numerous legal pitfalls. Between one-off promotions, liquidations and payment facilities such as credit, professionals are navigating a highly regulated environment. These commercial practices, which are governed...Off-premises sales, fairs, sales: understanding the specific rules
The world of commerce is governed by numerous rules that regulate the various sales methods. Far from being arbitrary, these regulations aim to protect consumers and ensure fair competition between professionals. Sales that take place outside the normal framework of shops, as well as...Bonuses, General Terms and Conditions, significant imbalance: securing the commercial relationship
Commercial relationships are based on a wide range of marketing tools and contractual documents whose regulations are constantly evolving. Between promotional techniques and contractual frameworks, professionals have to navigate a complex legal environment where authorised commercial practices coexist with those that are strictly regulated. From sales with premiums to general terms and conditions...Representation by a lawyer before the Commercial Court: compulsory or not?
The question of whether you are obliged to be represented by a lawyer before the Commercial Court has changed significantly in recent years. Previously optional in most cases, such representation is now subject to a general principle of obligation, with some important exceptions. This transformation has considerably altered the...Understanding commercial court proceedings: a complete guide
French commercial justice is based on a specific jurisdictional system: the commercial courts. These consular courts, made up of judges elected by their peers, settle disputes between traders. To manage your commercial disputes effectively, it is essential to understand how this exceptional jurisdiction works. What is the...Oral versus written proceedings in commercial court: what are the practical consequences?
For a long time, proceedings before the Commercial Court were essentially oral. This characteristic, which was intended to guarantee simplicity and speed, was one of the special features of this court. However, over the years and with successive reforms, the written word has gradually gained ground, to the point of profoundly transforming the...Summons to appear before the Commercial Court: how to get proceedings off to a good start?
When a commercial dispute arises and attempts at amicable resolution have failed, the writ of summons is often the first formal step in legal proceedings. This fundamental document largely determines the chances of success of your action. A poorly drafted or incomplete summons can jeopardise your case even before the hearing....Declaration and verification of claims during the observation period
The opening of collective proceedings (safeguard, receivership or compulsory liquidation) triggers a series of mechanisms designed to organise the handling of the debtor company's difficulties. At the heart of these mechanisms is the management of past liabilities, i.e. debts incurred prior to the opening judgment. The declaration of debts represents a...Current contracts during the observation period
The opening of a safeguard or receivership procedure places the company in a delicate situation, marked by the need to continue its business while dealing with its financial difficulties. The observation period, a genuine diagnostic and restructuring phase, raises a fundamental question for the company's survival...The legal framework for advertising in France: protecting your communications
Advertising is an essential driver of economic activity, enabling companies to publicise their products and services. However, this freedom of commercial expression is not absolute. French law strictly regulates advertising practices to ensure fair information and protect consumers from abuse. Navigate this...
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