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Legal Services and Protection in France

France is one of the world’s largest economies and a key EU jurisdiction for international business, offering a strong legal system, developed infrastructure, and a large domestic market. The country is attractive for companies in trade, finance, tourism, agriculture, and industry, but features a complex tax and regulatory environment, including strict AML and GDPR requirements.

COREDO has worked since 2016 and provides legal support in France — from corporate structuring to regulatory engagement and business protection.

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Cost of the services
from EUR 500

Doing Business in France

France offers a large market and a strong legal system, but its tax and regulatory environment is complex. Before you start, look at three areas: tax, licensing and reporting obligations. Financial institutions answer to the AMF and the ACPR, the AMF authorises CASPs under MiCA, and strategic sectors need state approval. Tax reporting is strictly controlled, and late filing is penalised.

COREDO provides comprehensive legal support for businesses in France at all stages — from company registration to defending interests before regulators. We advise foreign companies, non-residents with a permanent establishment, EMI, PSP and CASP firms and companies facing AMF or ACPR inquiries or tax audits. Our lawyers review contracts under French law and represent clients before regulators, the tax authorities and French courts.

Describe your situation in a request: we get in touch within 1 business day and tell you how we can help.

Specifics of Doing Business in France

Taxation

France applies a corporate income tax rate of 25% (since 2022). SMEs benefit from a reduced 15% rate on the first EUR 42,500 of taxable profit. Large companies with CIT liability above EUR 763,000 are subject to an additional 3.3% surcharge. Foreign companies are taxed on French-source income or via a permanent establishment. Local taxes, social contributions, and VAT also apply.

Licensing

France uses an “authorisation” system instead of the term “licence”. Certain strategic sectors (energy, defence, transport, telecom, healthcare) require state approval. Financial institutions are supervised by AMF and ACPR: banks by ACPR, investment firms jointly by AMF/ACPR. CASPs are authorised by AMF under MiCA. Full compliance with AML/CFT and GDPR is mandatory.

Reporting Obligations

Corporate tax returns must be filed by 30 April or within 3 months after the end of the financial year. Late filing results in a 10% penalty. Electronic filing is standard practice. Accounting and tax reporting are strictly controlled by the state.

Our Services in France

Company registration and legal form selection

analysis of the optimal structure (SAS, SARL, SA, branch office), registration support

Legal document development

founding documents, corporate agreements, operational policies

Contract review and analysis

verification of contracts for compliance with French law, risk identification

Transaction and negotiation support

legal support for M&A, partnerships, commercial contracts

Representation before authorities and courts

defence of business interests before AMF, ACPR, tax authorities, and French courts

Tax and regulatory consulting

tax structuring, compliance with AMF/ACPR, AML/CFT, GDPR

Support for regulated companies

advisory for EMI, PSP, CASP in obtaining AMF/ACPR authorisation under MiCA

Legislative monitoring

tracking new tax laws, EU directives, and regulatory updates

You can order a single service, for example a contract review under French law, or combine several in a Legal Outsourcing package. Packages run from 5 to 160 hours, and the Pricing block below shows both options and their rates.

Target Audience

Our legal protection services in France are in demand among:

Foreign companies doing business or planning to enter the French market

Non-residents with assets or a permanent establishment in France

Regulated financial companies (EMI, PSP, CASP) undergoing authorisation or already operating under AMF/ACPR supervision

Startups and technology companies, including those in fintech and crypto-assets

Companies with cross-border operations between France and other EU jurisdictions

Companies under regulatory pressure — AMF/ACPR inquiries, tax audits, disputes with financial institutions

How We Work

Initial consultation

situation analysis, identification of jurisdictional risks and objectives, including whether your activity needs AMF or ACPR authorisation or state approval.

01

Legal audit

detailed review of company documents, corporate structure, contract portfolio, compliance with AMF/ACPR/AML requirements.

02

Strategy development

formulating the optimal legal solution taking into account the specifics of French legislation. We agree the format of support with you: a one-off consultation, a Legal Opinion or a Legal Outsourcing package.

03

Legal support

document preparation, negotiations, representation before regulators and courts — the AMF, the ACPR, the tax authorities and the French courts. Most of this work is done without your physical presence.

04

Ongoing support and monitoring

continuous tracking of changes in French and EU legislation and regulatory practice. When a change affects your company, we tell you what needs to be adapted.

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Timelines

Service	Timeline
Legal Opinion	10 working days after payment and receipt of the full set of documents
One-off consultation (up to 5 hours)	1–2 business days
Legal Outsourcing launch	3–5 business days
Contract documentation preparation	5–10 business days

Pricing

Cost of COREDO legal services in France:

Service	Price
Legal Opinion	from EUR 1,500 + VAT
Legal Outsourcing — 5-hour package	EUR 550
Legal Outsourcing — 10-hour package	EUR 1,000
Legal Outsourcing — 20-hour package	EUR 1,800
Legal Outsourcing — 40-hour package	EUR 3,200
Legal Outsourcing — 80-hour package	EUR 5,600
Legal Outsourcing — 160-hour package	EUR 9,600

One-off rates:

Basic (up to 5 hours): EUR 130/hour
Standard (20+ hours): EUR 100/hour
Premium (80+ hours): EUR 80/hour

Pricing depends on task complexity. Submit a request for a quote.
All prices are exclusive of VAT.

Our Experts

Pavel Kos

At COREDO since June 2017. Has led the legal team since July 2020. Specialises in corporate law, licensing, M&A, and compliance across EU jurisdictions.

Alena Mach

Executive Director

Nikita Veremeev

Founder & NED

Johann Schneider

Lawyer

Frequently Asked Questions

What does legal protection in France include?

Legal protection covers a company’s legal audit, preparation and review of corporate documents and contracts, tax and compliance consulting (AMF/ACPR, AML/CFT, GDPR), representation before regulators and courts, and monitoring of changes in French legislation.

Is physical presence required to work with COREDO?

No. COREDO provides services remotely. Most matters — including legal support for transactions, document preparation, and representation — are handled without the need for the client’s physical presence.

How much does legal support in France cost?

Legal Opinion — from EUR 1,500 + VAT. Legal Outsourcing packages — from EUR 550 (5 hours) to EUR 9,600 (160 hours). One-off consultations — from EUR 80 to EUR 130/hour depending on volume.

Can COREDO represent a company before AMF or ACPR?

Yes. COREDO has experience supporting companies through the AMF/ACPR authorisation process, as well as representing clients in regulatory procedures and negotiations with French supervisory authorities.

Does COREDO work with licensed financial and crypto companies?

Yes. COREDO specialises in supporting EMI, PSP, and CASP, including authorisation under the MiCA regulation (EU 2023/1114), development of AML/CFT policies, and ongoing compliance support under AMF supervision.

Get Legal Support for Your Business in France

Our experts are ready to help. Submit a request — we will get in touch within 1 business day. Tell us what you need — a new company, AMF or ACPR authorisation, or a contract review — and we will suggest the right format: a one-off consultation, a Legal Opinion or a Legal Outsourcing package.

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