Doing Business in France,
With Confidence
Clear legal advice for companies doing business in France, from an English-speaking lawyer based in Paris.
Doing Business in France, Without the Legal Guesswork
French law can be difficult to navigate when your business is based abroad.
Company formation, contracts, unpaid invoices and regulatory obligations can quickly become obstacles.
We provide clear, practical guidance so you can move forward with confidence.
Practical Legal Support Tailored to Your Business
Whether you are setting up a French company, entering into a contract or facing a dispute, you receive advice focused on your commercial objectives.
You work directly with one lawyer who understands your matter from start to finish.
Our Services
Company Formation · Contracts & Commercial Law · Debt Recovery
Set Up and Operate in France
Company formation in France Corporate changes and share transfers Ongoing corporate legal support GDPR and regulatory compliance
Contracts and Business Transactions
Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts
Negotiating and securing business relationships
Business acquisitions and disposals
Commercial leases
Disputes and Debt Recovery
Debt recovery against French companies
Commercial disputes and breach of contract
Pre-litigation strategy and formal notices
Court proceedings in France
Why Work With Us?
One Dedicated Lawyer
You deal directly with the lawyer handling your matter. This ensures continuity, responsiveness and advice tailored to your business.
Business-Focused Legal Expertise
Our practice covers the areas most relevant to companies operating in France: corporate law, commercial contracts, business disputes, debt recovery and employment law.
Legal advice is translated into clear, practical options for decision-makers.
A Modern, International Practice
Secure cloud tools, video consultations and electronic signatures make it easy to work with us from anywhere.
About the Firm
Big-firm experience.
The attention of an independent practice.
Oueys ELARAFA is a French business lawyer admitted to the Paris Bar.
A graduate of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne University, he began his career in business litigation.
His experience in leading business law firms in Luxembourg and Paris gave him a detailed understanding of how disputes arise between companies and within corporate structures.
He now advises international entrepreneurs and companies on their operations in France, with a practical and preventive approach.
Contact Us
Whether you need assistance with a specific matter or ongoing legal support, tell us briefly about your needs.
We will get back to you promptly to discuss the most appropriate next steps.
Elarafa Avocat
Maître Oueys ELARAFA, avocat au Barreau de Paris
Conseil & Défense des Entreprises
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