Frequently asked questions

Yes. A 24/7 on-call service is in place for any criminal emergency: police custody, deferral, immediate appearance, search.

24 hours, renewable once (48h), with exceptional extensions. Your rights: attorney from the first hour, right to remain silent, medical examination, contact of a relative.

Fast-track procedure (Articles 393 et seq. of the Code of Criminal Procedure) allowing the prosecutor to bring the accused directly before the correctional court the same day, after police custody.

Appearance on prior recognition of guilt: the prosecutor proposes a sentence that the accused can accept or refuse, with mandatory attorney presence.

By a written agreement signed before any work begins: flat fee, hourly rate, or combination. A complementary success fee may be added.

The firm operates primarily outside of legal aid.

Yes, throughout France, before all criminal jurisdictions.

Yes. Consultations and defense can be conducted in French or in English.

At the office (Paris 7e) or by videoconference. Case review, options outlined, fee agreement proposed.

Yes, professional secrecy is absolute and covers all correspondence and meetings with the client.