Protecting and Passing on French Real Estate with Confidence

Luxury Is Temporary. Structure Is Legacy.

Protecting and Passing on French Real Estate with Confidence

Owning property in France — whether a Haussmannian apartment in Paris, a villa in Saint-Tropez, or a château in the countryside — is more than a symbol of prestige. It’s a long-term investment. One that, if structured properly, can serve generations.

Yet far too often, international buyers approach French real estate with the help of agents and notaries, but without specialised legal and tax guidance. The result? Complex ownership pitfalls, unexpected inheritance tax exposure, and inefficient transfers of wealth.

As a French business and tax lawyer, my role is to ensure your acquisition is not just a purchase — it’s a protected and optimised structure.

Why Structure Matters

France’s legal and tax systems are unique, especially for non-residents. A luxurious asset, without the right legal framework, can become a financial and administrative burden for your heirs.

I assist international clients with:

• Choosing the right legal structure (individual ownership, company, or civil property entity)
• Limiting tax exposure during acquisition, ownership, and transfer
• Planning inheritance and succession under both French and international law
• Securing privacy and asset protection at every stage

Expertise for Global Clients

Whether you reside in the Middle East, Asia, the U.S., or elsewhere, your French real estate should fit into your global estate plan. That requires coordination, foresight, and expert navigation of French regulations.

For over 25 years, I’ve advised high-net-worth individuals, investors, and family offices seeking to invest in France discreetly and intelligently. My firm provides strategic, independent legal representation — not brokerage.

A Legacy Beyond the Property

True luxury isn’t just in marble floors or panoramic views. It lies in peace of mind, in knowing your investment is protected, compliant, and prepared for the future.

If you’re considering acquiring property in France — or already have — I invite you to reach out for a confidential consultation.

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Mabrouk Sassi

Sassi Law Firm

International Tax & Business Lawyer – Paris

 

Tel 00 33 7 71 58 58 58

luxury@sassi-avocats.com

Sassi-avocats.com

 

Looking to invest in luxury real estate in France? I offer high-level legal and tax support to help you secure the right property with complete peace of mind — from due diligence to ownership structuring and all related tax implications.

 

I am not a real estate agent. As an independent lawyer, I work exclusively in your best interest, with no ties to brokers or developers.

 

With over 30 years of experience advising high-net-worth individuals and international clients, I also assist with complex tax matters, including aggressive tax audits, tax fraud investigations, and anti-money laundering compliance.

 

The extensive history of implementing tax and legal law sector has contributed to the development of a strong reputation, as demonstrated by the frequent appearances of Mr. SASSI, a legal professional, in many respected media outlets such as L’Express, Les Échos, L’Expansion, L'Entreprise, and BFM Radio, among others.

 

Our clients comprises both domestic entities, comprising firms and persons as well as international entities, including companies and individuals situated in regions such as Asia, the Middle East, Maghreb, and Africa.

 

Please feel free to reach out to us for any inquiries or requests for assistance.

 

Contact:

 

Mabrouk SASSI, lawyer Paris Bar

32 avenue Carnot – Paris 17th - France

luxury@sassi-avocats.com

Tel 07.71.58.58.58

 

The following links may be of assistance:

 

• The General Tax Code (CGI) refers to the comprehensive set of regulations and laws that govern the taxation system within a certain jurisdiction. It encompasses the many provisions and guidelines that dictate the assessment

 

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• The subject of discussion pertains to the doctrine of tax administration within the Ministry of Budget.

 

• The provided URL leads to the official website of the French tax administration.

 

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• The Ministry of Economy and Finance is a governmental institution responsible for overseeing and managing economic and financial matters within a certain jurisdiction.