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01-05-2025

Understanding the Validity of Foreign-Language Wills in France

A recent ruling by France’s highest court, the Cour de Cassation, has significant implications for international clients who reside or have assets in France. The court has clarified the law under which a Will written in a language not understood by the testator, the person making the Will, can be considered valid under French law. […]  read more