Commercial lawyers in Lyon
Working alongside professionals, SMEs and very small businesses, we can provide you with advice and help you settle your disputes.
#MUSE AVOCATS: a group of lawyers specialising in commercial law
We are a group of lawyers with expertise in a wide range of areas. wide range of legal areas,
gathered around a independent 100 % online platform.
You'll benefit from all the expertise you're looking for, with a real-time monitoring of your files
and a direct contact with your lawyer without intermediaries.
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Commercial disputes
We can assist you in resolving your disputes, whether amicably or through the courts. Our expertise also covers corporate matters.
Commercial leases
All commercial leases require a seasoned eye from the moment they are drawn up to the end of their term, particularly for termination in the event of non-payment, notice of termination or transfer.
Banking Law
From account agreements to bills of exchange, loans and guarantees, and even payment fraud: 360° expertise.
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Unfair competition & parasitism
If you are the victim of parasitic behaviour or even orchestrated competition, take action by starting to build up your evidence.
Professional liability
Defend your interests and make use of your insurance.
Business assets
From audits to procedural support, we are at your side to help you avoid sanctions as far as possible.
Disputes resolution
Relationships are best resolved with the intervention of a trusted third party to re-establish communication.
Commercial disputes
We represent you before all the civil and commercial courts in the AURA region (Auvergne - Rhône-Alpes) and throughout France to settle your disputes.
Have you received a summons? An enforcement order?
Send us your bailiff's summons without delay so that we can assist you in the proceedings.
Whether it's urgent proceedings or proceedings or amicable dispute resolution measures (mediation, conciliation), we are experienced in handling litigations.
*Since 1 January 2020, representation by a lawyer has been mandatory before the Commercial Courts for all disputes where the amount at issue exceeds €10,000.00.
Commercial leases
We analyse your situation so that together we can draw up a tailor-made lease agreement.
Similarly, if you are facing unpaid rent, we can handle the rent collection and, if necessary, eviction procedures from A to Z.
Gathering the documents, building up the case, issuing writs by bailiff, taking the case before the Court, attending hearings and enforcement.
All-inclusive.
From contract signature to the end of the lease, we will help you move forward in this complex relationship between landlord and leaseholder.
Should you need to give notice or renew your lease, our team of experts can advise you on how to assess eviction damages or the rental value of your lease.
Finally, our lawyers work together to support you in the process of selling your lease.
Banking Law
Banking law has many facets: ensuring compliance with the terms and conditions of account agreements, starting with charges.
It also covers loan agreements (interest rates, forfeiture) and related guarantees such as bonding or deposit agreements.
Payment methods (bank cards, transfers) and their security against fraud.
Our lawyers can advise you on all these technical matters.
Unfair competition & parasitism
Have you noticed that a well-known or newly-established competitor is committing behaviour or acts likely to compromise your business or reputation? We will look into every aspect of potential parasitism or unfair competition and draw up an action plan to protect your interests.
Professional liability
Whether you are a craftsman or a freelance entrepreneur, you are sometimes bound by peculiar obligations. Depending on the extent of your obligations, you may be held liable.
Consult us so that we can take action before any dispute arises or to help you resolve an ongoing dispute.
If you are summoned to appear in court, we will work with you to defend your interests throughout the proceedings.
Business assets
One of the first steps into or out of entrepreneurial life is often the business acquisition.
Transactions involving business assets are complex, as the entrepreneur must take care to comply with a strictly regulated process: negotiations, accounting, diagnostics, lease agreement, transfer of licence(s), registration with the tax authorities and RCS, escrow, etc.
MUSE AVOCATS lawyers work in complete synergy to offer you an all-in-one solution to start your business with success!
Disputes resolution
Commercial litigation lawyer and commercial litigation Lyon.
Some agreements last, others fade away.
Conflicts between partners are often at the root of a company's deadlock, and need to be handled by third parties to ensure the temporary preservation of the structure (ad hoc measures, administrator) and, if necessary, its transfer or reorganisation.
As soon as a dispute arises between partners, we are able to step in and assist you in order to protect the company's interests as effectively as possible.
Through our experts' network, you can also receive an estimate of the value of your shares before considering selling them.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
The following is a selection of frequently asked questions. For further information, please use our contact form or the chat module at the bottom of the page.
What is the initial consultation?
La first consultation enables your lawyer to examine your situation in order to identify the various legal issues that arise.
During this meeting, your lawyer will consult the relevant documents in your file in order to complete his analysis (contract(s), invoice(s), exchange(s) between the various parties involved, accounting documents, witness statements, affidavits, bailiff's reports, etc.).
If the information provided is sufficient, a summary can be given to you at the end of this first meeting to explain the state of the law, how it relates to your personal situation and the possible avenues of appeal to protect your rights.
What happens after this initial consultation?
Sometimes it is difficult to resolve all the outstanding issues of a case at the end of a single consultation. Because a case is so complex, we need to request additional documents and/or information from third parties (administrative authorities, public registers, bailiffs' summonses) or to cross-check information in our professional databases.
At this stage, your lawyer will give you a roadmap outlining all the actions to be taken and the strategy to be followed in order to reach a solution.
All the foreseeable steps will be detailed in a fee agreement, which will give you an estimated time to carry out the formalities (drafting of deeds, compulsory formalities, forensic, court referrals, pleadings, enforcement of judgement).
Is the initial consultation charged?
The first consultation automatically the object a credit note on your first bill if you decide to entrust us with your case. If, however, it is only a one-off consultation without opening a file, the cost of this first consultation is set at the preferential flat rate of 69.00 EXCL. / 82.80 INCL. VAT.
How much does a lawyer cost?
Fees charged by MUSE AVOCATS lawyers are usually billed on a time-spent basis.
However, depending on each specific case, its complexity and what is at stake, how many steps need to be taken and the client's financial resources, a tailor-made fixed fee may be set so your budget is under control.
For more information, go to the offer and fees.
Can I pay in instalments?
YesThanks to our online payment service provider Stripe® and payment operator Klarna, you can choose to pay your fees by three (3) free of charge.
Are your fees covered by legal expenses insurance?
Yes, in accordance with the deductibles and coverage limits set out in the general and/or special terms and conditions of your insurance policy. Also, please remember your insurance company cannot impose a lawyer on you. You are free to appoint any counsel you wish: our fees will be covered.
What are your areas of specialisation?
The lawyers at Collectif MUSE have recognised expertise in a number of areas, including areas of law and ensure total synergy with each other when the issues cover several subjects :
Real Estate Law We handle a wide range of disputes, including co-ownership disputes, property sales, latent defects, ten-year warranties, defects, rent collection and disputes with managing agents.
Commercial law Commercial leases, termination of commercial relations, unfair competition, transfer of business, disputes between partners, liability claims, banking law.
Company law business start-ups, restructuring, partnership agreements.
Inheritance law and joint ownership : divisions, disputes, gifts, conflicting inheritance settlements.
Do you offer remote consultations?
Yesthe MUSE AVOCATS collective has developed a range of online consultation accessible to everyone, whether in France or abroad.
Our conference calls, WhatsApp lounges and videoconferences allow you to exchange ideas and experiences. in real timewhile our private cloud hosted by OVH allows you to share your confidential documents securely. without moving.
The remote consultations are aimed at companieswho are looking for responsive legal support, than to individualsThis is a sensitive issue that needs to be dealt with quickly.
Like the teleconsultations provided by doctors, we use this method to ensure that bringing our expertise closer to your needsThis is particularly important when you are in an area with poor coverage or when you are on the road. concern for confidentiality.
How is my case monitored?
As soon as your file is opened, an Avocat référent is dedicated to you.
He or she will be your main point of contact throughout the procedure, to ensure that you get the best possible support. structured and proactive.
Key stages in monitoring :
1°) Initial analysis and legal strategy assessment of the file, verification of documents, development of a personalised action plan.
2°) Recurrent communication Our services include: email reports and telephone or video exchanges to share the latest developments in your case.
3°) Technical and documentary monitoring OVHCloud: essential documents (summonses, submissions, expert reports) are sent to you using our secure messaging services, hosted in France, thanks to OVHCloud.
This approach guarantees relationship of trust where each Customer remains a player in his or her own business.
Can you help me in an emergency?
YesThe lawyers of the MUSE Collective regularly deal with the following cases emergencies requiring rapid intervention, whether in Lyon or all over Francethanks to our unique network of legal partners and colleagues.
Emergency situations frequently dealt with :
Receipt of a writ of summonsWe can also serve a summons to attend a hearing or serve an order for payment.
Rental dispute or squattingblocking a property sale.
Refusal to pay, seizure or precautionary measure requiring immediate action.
Commercial dispute jeopardising a company's business (sudden termination, recovery, urgent litigation).
Attendance at the judge referrals or in accelerated procedure.
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Find your lawyer in Lyon and the Auvergne - Rhône-Alpes region: commercial law (commercial leasecourt, commercial court, etc.), real estateWe can advise you on a wide range of legal issues, including criminal law, insurance law and construction law. Assists you and advises you on your business. Carries property auctionshandles both insurance and banking litigation. Intervenes to recover your unpaid rent on your business premises. Appears before the Court of First Instance or the Commercial Court for any represented.
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