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Expert Legal Support
At MW Notary, we understand that legal issues arising from France don’t always fall into neat categories.
Where our core services don’t quite match your needs, we can still help—or direct you to a trusted specialist who can.
What We Cover
- If your matter isn’t specifically property transactions, estate planning, or capacity-related, we can still assist in one of two ways:
- Direct Assistance — We may already have the expertise or resources to guide you directly.
- Referral to Specialists — Where the matter is outside our core areas, we’ll connect you with trusted professionals we know who specialise in that field—so you still benefit from reliable, expert advice.
Examples We Often Help With
Some of the legal issues with French links that people frequently bring to us include:
- Family law (e.g. cross-border divorce, child custody, marriage & separation issues involving French law)
- Employment law (matters with a French employer, working in France, or French social security issues)
- Wills & Trusts where French law or cross-jurisdictional recognition is required
- Probate & inheritance questions beyond the usual remit—especially where French assets, beneficiaries, or procedural requirements are involved
How We Work With You
Initial Discussion
You tell us briefly what your issue is. We assess whether it’s something we can take on ourselves or whether you’d benefit more from a specialist.
Clear Advice or Referral
If we can help directly, we explain what steps will be involved, deliver that support, or if not, we refer you to a reliable expert in our network. Always transparent about who does what.
Continued Support
Even when we refer, we stay available to you—answering questions, helping coordinate with the specialist, making sure the transitions are smooth.
Why Work With Us?
- You get legal clarity quickly—even if the matter isn’t obvious or neatly defined.
- Access to MW Notary’s network of trusted professionals in France and beyond.
- No wasted time guessing who can help; you get directed properly from the start.
- Confidence that someone with deep understanding of French legal context is guiding you.
FAQs
What if I’m not sure whether MW Notary can handle my issue?
That’s exactly what this service is for. Reach out with the basic facts; we’ll tell you whether we can assist or whether you’d be better supported elsewhere.
Will I incur extra costs if I’m referred to another lawyer?
If MW Notary refers you, we won’t charge for the referral itself. You will pay the external specialist separately, but we can help you understand their likely fees and scope, so there are no surprises.
Can you coordinate between multiple jurisdictions for my case?
Yes. Part of what we do is help ensure that where French law overlaps with UK or other jurisdictions, the legal strategy works smoothly. We liaise with other lawyers where needed, so you don’t have to manage all the coordination.
Get Expert Advice on Your Unique Case
If you have a legal issue involving France but don’t see a service page that matches exactly, contact us today. We’ll assess your needs, explain your options, and either help directly or refer you to a specialist.
EXPERT LEGAL ADVICE
Our French Experts
Marc White
Solicitor, Notary Public & Accredited Mediator
Madeleine Carin
French Paralegal
Léa Maynard
Solicitor & Head of French Law