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Are Electronic Signatures Valid in France?
An electronic signature is valid under French law, so a contract signed through DocuSign, Adobe Sign or a comparable platform is binding. The real battle is evi…
Is a Contract in English Valid in France?
A contract written in English is valid in France, and an international contract may be drawn up in whatever language the parties choose. This guide explains whe…
Selling or Transferring a French Franchise: Agrément and Pre-Emption Clauses
Selling or transferring a French franchise is possible, but never free: the contract is intuitu personae, so it cannot change hands without the other party's co…
What Is a Franchise Under French Law? The Definition, and the Legal Test
There is no statutory definition of a franchise in France, so the contract is defined by consistent case law, reinforced by EU competition law. This article set…
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Mariela Petrova
Avocate au Barreau de Paris
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15+ Years In French Corporate Practice
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