Business Details
14 Years
experience
Expert Legal Services in Nice, France
Benjamin A. Kergueno, LL.M is an independent law firm established in 2012, specialising in French real estate law, inheritance law, corporate law, and tax law for English-speaking clients. Our team of multilingual professionals combines deep expertise with a client-centric approach, offering tailored legal solutions that address the complexities of the French legal system. With over two decades of collective experience, including our lead attorney's swearing-in at the Nice Bar in 2004, we prioritise transparency, cultural understanding, and rigorous market knowledge.Our services span property transactions, estate planning, business formation, and dispute resolution, underpinned by a commitment to ethical practice and clear communication. Clients benefit from our proactive methodology, which anticipates challenges and delivers actionable advice, ensuring compliance with French regulations while safeguarding client interests. We maintain strong industry recognition through consistent delivery of results for international clients navigating French legal frameworks.
Services
Real Estate Law
Inheritance Law
Corporate Law
Tax Law
Legal Assistance
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in French law for international clients
- Our team provides multilingual legal expertise with cultural market understanding
- We guarantee transparent pricing structures and clear contractual terms
- Our proactive approach prevents legal issues through early risk identification
- We maintain a 98% client satisfaction rate across cross-border property transactions
What people say
Prompt and professional service
Excellent English communication skills
Efficient and knowledgeable legal advice
Transparent fee structures
Stress-free resolution of complex cases
Services
Real Estate Law
Specialised legal guidance for property transactions in France, covering purchases, sales, and lease agreements. Our expertise ensures compliance with French property regulations while protecting client interests. Services include contract review, title verification, and dispute resolution for residential and commercial properties.
Inheritance Law
Comprehensive succession planning and probate services for international clients. We navigate French inheritance tax regulations, will execution, and estate administration. Our team handles cross-border asset distribution and advises on optimal tax-efficient structures for heirs.
Corporate Law
Legal support for business formation and operations in France, including SCI (Civil Real Estate Company) establishment. We provide contract drafting, compliance advice, and corporate restructuring services tailored to international entrepreneurs and investors.
Tax Law
Specialist advice on French tax obligations for property owners and businesses. Services include wealth tax mitigation, capital gains taxation, and compliance with reporting requirements. We assist with tax dispute resolution and cross-border tax planning strategies.
Legal Assistance
Multilingual legal representation across diverse practice areas, including landlord-tenant disputes and immigration matters. Our team provides document certification, court representation, and advisory services with guaranteed English-language communication throughout the process.
People
Benjamin A. Kergueno
Managing Director
Qualified lawyer at the Nice Bar since 2004, specialising in French real estate and inheritance law. Founder of Benjamin A. Kergueno, LL.M in 2012, with expertise in cross-border legal solutions for English-speaking clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Floyd Avocats specialise in?
We focus on French real estate law, inheritance law, corporate law, and tax law for English-speaking clients, with additional expertise in landlord-tenant disputes and immigration matters.
Do you provide services for international clients?
Yes, we specialise in assisting English-speaking clients with French legal matters, offering full-language support and cross-border legal solutions tailored to international needs.
How are your legal fees structured?
We offer transparent pricing with options for hourly rates or fixed fees, providing clear cost breakdowns before commencing any work to ensure no unexpected charges.
Can you assist with property purchases in France?
Yes, we handle all aspects of property transactions including contract review, title verification, and completion processes, ensuring compliance with French legal requirements for domestic and international buyers.
What makes your firm different from other French law firms?
Our unique combination of English-language expertise, cultural understanding, and specialisation in cross-border legal challenges provides unparalleled service for international clients navigating French law.
