Lawyer specialized in family law in Paris

Family law is the branch of civil law governing the relationships between members of the same family, as well as the legal consequences of the breakdown of these ties. It encompasses various areas, such as divorce, separation, parental authority, filiation, adoption, etc. Faced with these situations, often a source of conflict and stress, be accompanied by one of our specialized family law lawyers in Paris.

Our firm Macfarlanes LLP offers you a personalized service of quality, adapted to your needs and expectations. We advise, assist and defend you in all procedures relating to family law, whether before the courts or within the framework of amicable negotiations.

Law firm of experts in family law in Paris for an amicable divorce or separation

Divorce or separation is a difficult stage to go through, both personally and economically. There are several types of divorce or separation, depending on whether the spouses or partners agree or not on the terms of the breakup. There is divorce by mutual consent, by acceptance of the principle of marriage breakdown, for definitive alteration of the marital bond, or for fault. It may also involve:

• of a legal separation;
• of a dissolution of the PACS;
• or a breakdown of cohabitation.

Whatever form of divorce or separation you are considering, our firm of expert family law lawyers in Paris supports you throughout the procedure. We help you choose the solution best suited to your situation, taking into account your interests and those of your children.

Our Paris office advises you on the legal consequences of divorce or separation, particularly regarding the division of assets, spousal support, compensatory allowance, or child custody. We assist you in drafting agreements or petitions and represent you with rigor and efficiency before the family court judge or the notary.

Liquidation of the matrimonial regime: our team of divorce lawyers at your service in the Paris region

The liquidation of the matrimonial property regime is the operation that consists of dividing the assets and debts of the spouses, during divorce or separation. It depends on the type of matrimonial regime chosen by the two spouses at the time of marriage or modified during the union. This may be a community property regime, a separation of property regime, a participation in acquisitions regime, or a mixed regime.
The liquidation of the matrimonial property regime can be carried out amicably, if the spouses agree on the value and division of assets, or failing that, by judicial means, if a disagreement persists. In all cases, it is in your best interest to contact one of our lawyers specialized in family law in Paris, who can advise and assist you in this operation.

Our firm is able to support you through all stages of the liquidation of your matrimonial regime. Our team of qualified legal professionals helps you establish the assets and liabilities of the community or joint ownership, appraise the property, calculate compensation or claims between spouses, and draft the liquidation statement. We also guide you through the steps with the notary, or if necessary, before the judicial court.

Assistance from our firm Macfarlanes LLP to define or modify the terms of exercise of parental authority

L’parental authority concerns all the rights and duties of parents towards their minor children. It notably includes the right and duty to raise them, protect them, educate them, represent them, and manage their property. It is exercised jointly by both parents, whether they are married, in a civil partnership, cohabiting, separated, or divorced, unless the family court judge decides otherwise.

The modalities of exercise of parental authority notably concern the determination of the child's residence, the visitation and accommodation rights of the parent who does not have habitual residence. They also include the amount of child support paid as contribution to maintenance and education of the child. They can be defined amicably, by an agreement approved by the judge, or failing that, by judicial decision.

Our firm of expert family law lawyers in Paris offers assistance in defining or modifying the terms of parental authority. We provide advice on the criteria to consider to preserve the child's best interests and respect their rights.

We handle the drafting of the parental agreement or the formulation of your requests before the family court judge. In addition, we represent you with determination and professionalism in the event of a conflict or dispute with the other parent or if the juvenile judge is involved.

Protection of a vulnerable adult: our lawyers specialized in family law in Paris at your service

Protection of vulnerable adults is a legal mechanism. This measure aims to ensure the protection of adults who are unable to manage their own interests due to an impairment of their mental or physical faculties. There are different types of protection measures, depending on the degree of incapacity and the needs of the person to be protected. These may include guardianship (sauvegarde de justice), curatorship, guardianship, or family authorization.

Implementing a protective measure requires the intervention of a guardianship judge. The judge assesses the necessity and proportionality of the measure and appoints the protector(s). The curator or guardian may be a family member, a close associate, or a professional. In all cases, the protector's mission is to assist or represent the protected person in civil life acts, according to the degree of incapacity and the limits set by the judge.

Our family law lawyers in Paris guide you in choosing the most suitable protection measure and the methods for its implementation. Our team is experienced in assisting you with the preparation of the medical and legal file and in drafting requests or reports. Likewise, we effectively ensure your defense before the guardianship judge and help you complete the necessary formalities.

Experienced family law lawyer in Paris for simple or plenary adoption

Adoption is a legal measure that creates a filiation link between a child and one or more adoptive parents. There are two types: full adoption and simple adoption. The first definitively breaks the filiation link between the child and their birth family. The second maintains this link, while creating an additional filiation link. Adoption can concern a minor or adult child, French or foreign, a ward of the state or entrusted by their biological parents.

Whether simple or plenary, adoption is subject to the consent of the child, if over 13 years old, and to that of their biological parents, unless they have been deprived of parental authority. It must also be in the child's best interest and comply with the legal conditions regarding the adopters, particularly age, marital status, or capacity. It is pronounced by a judicial court.

By contacting our lawyers specialized in filiation law in Paris for your adoption project, you benefit from valuable advice on the steps to follow. Indeed, the formalities to be carried out vary depending on the type of adoption, the age and origin of the child, as well as your personal situation. We also help you prepare the approval file, which is mandatory to adopt a child.

Furthermore, we assist you in the search for the child to be adopted, by collaborating with the competent bodies. We also ensure your representation before the judicial court, which pronounces the adoption. Our office in Paris also helps you complete the necessary formalities, such as the transcription of the adoption deed or the application for French nationality.

Legal assistance for changing name, first name, or civil status in Paris

A change of surname, first name, or civil status is a procedure that allows modifying a person's identification elements, recorded on their birth certificate. It is motivated by a legitimate interest, in particular:

• a difficult name to bear;
• a foreign sound;
• a confusing homonymy;
• a desire for Francization;
• a material error;
• or a gender transition.

This procedure can be carried out administratively, through the Ministry of Justice, the town hall, or the public prosecutor, depending on the circumstances. However, in some cases, it may also require judicial recourse, before the court, particularly if the request is contested or refused.

That is why we advise you on the conditions and formalities to be carried out and on the supporting documents to provide. Our family law lawyers in Paris can assist you in drafting requests or appeals and represent you effectively before the judicial court.

FAQ – Family Law Lawyer Paris

What is a family law lawyer?

A family law lawyer is a legal professional specialized in legal situations related to family relationships such as divorce, separation, child custody, alimony, or inheritance disputes.

He advises and represents his clients before the competent courts while providing personalized support adapted to each situation.

When to consult a family law lawyer in Paris?

It is recommended to consult a family law attorney in Paris before initiating divorce proceedings, during a dispute concerning child custody, the establishment or modification of child support, or in case of a conflict over property division.

The lawyer can also intervene in situations related to domestic violence, name change procedures, or filiation issues.

Why use a specialized lawyer in Paris?

Calling on a family law lawyer in Paris allows you to benefit from recognized expertise, personalized support, and an in-depth knowledge of applicable case law.

The lawyer helps you anticipate difficulties, secure your legal procedures, and effectively defend your interests before the courts.