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Why France’s justice minister is himself on trial

In an unprecedented scenario, the former high-profile lawyer faces charges into ‘illegal conflicts of interest’

Where can I go to obtain free advice about legal issues in France?

Free consultations with qualified lawyers are one option in some areas but access may be means-tested

Levothyrox controversy in France: Merck indicted for ‘deception’

The French arm of the pharmaceutical giant said it is under investigation, in the latest twist in the long-running hypothyroidism drug saga

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Where can I find an English-speaking employment lawyer in France?

Professional bodies for the avocats and notaires are among sources of help with obtaining advice

Explainer: French insurance’s legal help cover and how it can be used

An estimated 40% of house and car insurance policies come with protection juridique, often without the client being aware. We look at what it is and why it might matter

French Levothyrox inquiry now includes manslaughter

The French inquiry into the controversial new formula of thyroid drug Levothyrox has been widened to include the charge of “involuntary homicide”, or manslaughter, after the death of a woman.

France to simplify squatter eviction for second home owners

Evicting illegal squatters from your property is set to become easier in France as the government works to simplify and speed up the process for both main and second homes.

France aims to make accessing free legal aid easier

The government pledges to almost double the number of 'France Services' branches to increase legal aid access for people living in rural areas

Priest murder case: What is a 'leave France' OQTF order?

A man suspected of murdering a priest in west France earlier this week had previously been asked to leave the country three times via an Obligation de quitter la France (OQTF) order. We explain.

Why are there so few lawyers in France compared to US?

An American lawyer practising in France since 1973 looks at the differences in the legal profession between France, the US and the UK; especially the small number of French avocats compared to comparable lawyers in the US

French farmer’s long fight against Monsanto draws to close

Farmer Paul François has been locked in a legal battle with the controversial multinational corporation since 2004

Airbnb rules in Paris upheld by European Court of Justice

The European Court of Justice has found in favour of French regulations that require landlords to obtain approval from the Mairie before listing their properties on rental sites such as Airbnb.

Your legal questions answered: French property and tax

Consultant Solicitor John Kitching and Sarah-Bright Thomas of Bright Avocats answer reader questions in the June edition of Connexion .

Paris banned from using drones to police deconfinement

The French high court has ordered the State to stop using camera drones to check if Paris residents are complying with deconfinement rules, condemning the practice as “illegal” and “an attack on private life”.

French organic winemaker granted 2,000-bottle reprieve

A winemaker in Indre-et-Loire, who had previously been ordered to destroy more than 2,000 bottles of organic wine, has been granted a temporary reprieve pending further investigation on the legality of the demand.

French anti-bullfighting group calls for teaching ban

A French anti-bullfighting group is calling for a ban on bullfighting schools and the training of minors in bullfighting in France, calling it “a form of legal barbarism”.

French 'hunter' who shot girl, 10, fined

A French man in his 70s who accidentally shot and seriously injured a 10-year-old girl has been handed a three-month suspended prison sentence and €450 in fines.

French Assemblée votes in divisive ‘anti-vandal’ law

The French Assemblée Nationale has voted in a controversial new “anti-vandal” bill by 387 to 92, in response to the violence seen during some of the gilets jaunes protests since November.

Horses for courses... Holly’s route to a legal career

Holly Jessop is a Paris lawyer but could not speak any French when her family moved to rural Mayenne from Dorset nearly two decades ago.

Availability of legal aid in France

Is there any form of legal aid available in France to help bring a law case? F.B.

Inheritance rules for second home in France

Reader asks a question after a disagreement between French notaire and UK lawyer over a second home in France

French doctors fought while patient on operating table

Two doctors are risking disciplinary action after getting into a physical fight while their patient was still asleep on the theatre operating table.

Lawyer turns to Twitter to solve cap mystery

Criminal case could hinge on where screw cap came from, lawyer believes

Notaires and avocats offer free legal advice

FREE advice from notaires is available around France on Wednesday and Thursday next week – on trains, in cafés and in market places as well as more classic venues such as mairies.

Dog barks all day and night

We have a neighbour who lets his dog bark all night and most of the day. He has been written to by the mayor, myself and a conciliation officer. I confronted him after he had been away all weekend leaving the dog unattended but he suggested I go back to the UK.

Lawyer

Why France’s justice minister is himself on trial

Where can I go to obtain free advice about legal issues in France?

Levothyrox controversy in France: Merck indicted for ‘deception’

Where can I find an English-speaking employment lawyer in France?

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