Practice

French Desk

Practical Guidance Bridging French and American Businesses

The Sheppard French Desk offers comprehensive legal support to businesses from French-speaking countries investing in, operating in or expanding into the U.S. 

We also assist U.S. and international clients entering French-speaking markets—including France, Switzerland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Québec and the Middle East.

Strategic Counsel for Transatlantic Growth

Our French Desk combines deep legal acumen with genuine cultural fluency. 

Based in New York, Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Chicago, San Diego, Los Angeles, Brussels and London, our French-speaking, U.S.-qualified lawyers work seamlessly across jurisdictions. This experience enables us to address not only linguistic and cultural differences, but also business and regulatory expectations on both sides. 

We navigate diverse cultures and conduct complex negotiations in our clients’ native language, building trust and delivering effective results. We advise French-speaking companies of all sizes on U.S. investments, acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic partnerships. For many clients, we serve as de facto outside general counsel, assisting with corporate governance, employment, immigration, intellectual property and litigation. These long-term partnerships allow us to provide pragmatic advice informed by a deep understanding of our clients’ objectives. 

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