French Law Consultancy specializes in providing clear, accessible legal guidance on French law for British clients with assets in France. The firm’s unique “French Law in Plain English” approach demystifies complex cross-border legal matters, making it a trusted resource for individuals navigating French inheritance, property, and estate administration.
The consultancy is led by John Kitching, a distinguished legal expert who is regularly recommended by solicitors, notaries, and clients alike. With recognition including a Distinction in the STEP Advanced Certificate in Cross Border Estates, the firm focuses on delivering calm, practical, and compassionate assistance—particularly in sensitive matters like inheritance—while liaising seamlessly with French notaires and financial institutions on behalf of UK-based clients.
Services Offered
- Wills
- Inheritance tax planning
- Lifetime gifts
- Estate administration and recovery of assets
- Liaison with banks, agents, and Notaires in France
- Property sale assistance
- Transfer of ownership to beneficiaries
- Powers of Attorney (French procurations)
- Certificats de Coutûme
Serving clients across the UK and France, French Law Consultancy offers support in English and works extensively with expatriates, property owners, and families managing cross-border inheritances. The firm is also a trusted media contributor, with John Kitching serving as a legal columnist for the French Expat newspaper Connexion France.
