Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah - United Arab Emirates, Paris - France, Montreal (Quebec) - Canada

International tax law

Expatriation and international activities are accompanied by significant tax complexities, both for individuals and businesses. Tax residency, double taxation, reporting obligations, or structuring international flows: each situation requires precise analysis in order to avoid legal and tax risks.

Whether you are an expatriate, a non-resident, an international entrepreneur, or an offshore investor, the management of your tax obligations is a strategic priority.

Situation analysis

In-depth study of legal, tax, and economic elements.

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Situation analysis

In-depth study of legal, tax, and economic elements.

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Situation analysis

In-depth study of legal, tax, and economic elements.

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Risk identification

Detection of vigilance points and exposure zones.

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Risk identification

Detection of vigilance points and exposure zones.

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Risk identification

Detection of vigilance points and exposure zones.

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Structuring

Implementation of an adapted and coherent strategy across jurisdictions.

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Structuring

Implementation of an adapted and coherent strategy across jurisdictions.

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Structuring

Implementation of an adapted and coherent strategy across jurisdictions.

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Implementation and monitoring

Long-term support to ensure the security of operations.

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Implementation and monitoring

Long-term support to ensure the security of operations.

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Implementation and monitoring

Long-term support to ensure the security of operations.

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Our approach

A structured method to secure your decisions

A structured method to secure your decisions

Our Areas of Expertise

Legal support tailored to each situation

Legal support tailored to each situation

Legal support tailored to each situation

Taxation of expatriate individuals

Tax residence: determination and securing

Prevention of double taxation (tax treaties)

Change of tax residence: exit tax and deferral

International tax returns (income, assets, dividends)

Assistance in relations with tax authorities

Representation in the event of tax litigation

Corporate taxation and international groups

Tax advisory support during creation or international expansion

Tax optimization for transnational groups and structures

Tax compliance and local obligations

Management of tax audits and litigation

Corporate taxation and international groups

Tax advisory support during creation or international expansion

Tax optimization for transnational groups and structures

Tax compliance and local obligations

Management of tax audits and litigation

Intellectual property & tax structuring

Intra-group strategies (licenses, royalties)

Structuring of international flows

Valuation of intangible assets

Drafting of contracts (licensing, franchising, royalties)

Intellectual property & tax structuring

Intra-group strategies (licenses, royalties)

Structuring of international flows

Valuation of intangible assets

Drafting of contracts (licensing, franchising, royalties)

Our expertise

Internationally recognized legal expertise

Our firm operates in France, Canada (Quebec), and the United Arab Emirates, with a perfect mastery of local and international legal frameworks.

This recognition ensures continuity in the processing of files, regulatory compliance, and the security of international operations.

Lawyers registered in France and Canada

Our lawyers are members of the bars of France and Quebec, which allows us to practice in these jurisdictions with all the guarantees of professional liability.

Legal Counsel in the United Arab Emirates

We also operate in the United Arab Emirates as Legal Counsel, in compliance with local requirements and the regulatory frameworks specific to this jurisdiction.

Expertise in international law

We possess expertise in European law and private international law, enabling us to analyze and structure situations involving multiple legal systems.

International presence

Coordinated action across multiple jurisdictions

Coordinated action across multiple jurisdictions

Coordinated action across multiple jurisdictions

Our firm operates directly in three strategic jurisdictions France, Canada (Quebec), and the United Arab Emirates to ensure coherent and secure management of international legal and tax situations.

Thanks to our registration with the competent authorities in each of these countries, we are able to support our clients at every step, taking into account local specificities and the interactions between legal systems.

Supported situations

Solutions tailored to complex international situations

Solutions adapted to complex international situations

Entrepreneurs & leaders

Individuals & Expatriates

Groups & Investors

Sensitive situations

Entrepreneurs & leaders

Structuring activities in several countries

International company incorporation

Compliance with local regulations

Individuals & Expatriates

Determination of tax residency

Management of foreign income and assets

Anticipating the tax impacts of mobility

Support in the event of an audit or dispute

Groups & Investors

Structuring of international groups

Tax optimization compliant with bilateral tax treaties

Management of real estate or financial assets abroad

Legal coordination between multiple jurisdictions

Sensitive situations

Tax audits and litigation

Regularizations and compliance adjustments and compliance modifications to conformity and regular compliance

Reorganization of existing structures

Multi-jurisdictional risk management

Entrepreneurs & leaders

Structuring activities in several countries

International company incorporation

Compliance with local regulations

Groups & Investors

Structuring of international groups

Tax optimization compliant with bilateral tax treaties

Management of real estate or financial assets abroad

Legal coordination between multiple jurisdictions

Individuals & Expatriates

Determination of tax residency

Management of foreign income and assets

Anticipating the tax impacts of mobility

Support in the event of an audit or dispute

Sensitive situations

Tax audits and litigation

Regularizations and compliance adjustments and compliance modifications to conformity and regular compliance

Reorganization of existing structures

Multi-jurisdictional risk management

Frequently Asked
Questions

Frequently
asked questions

What is your scope of intervention?

Do you handle multi-jurisdictional situations?

How long does the coaching last?

Do you work with contractors and individuals?

How does the support process work?

How long does the coaching last?

Do you intervene in the event of litigation or an audit?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is your scope of intervention?

Do you handle multi-jurisdictional situations?

How long does the coaching last?

Do you work with contractors and individuals?

How does the support process work?

How long does the coaching last?

Do you intervene in the event of litigation or an audit?

Expats law firm

formerly Counsel-Attorney

Book a legal consultation for your international project

Our team is at your disposal to analyze your situation and propose an approach tailored to your challenges.

Contact

FR: +33 7 82 88 48 28

UAE: +971 58 645 3069

info@expatslawfirm.com

In collaboration with

Daftime and Expat living real estate

© 2026 Expats Law Firm — All rights reserved

Expats law firm

formerly Counsel-Attorney

Book a legal consultation for your international project

Our team is at your disposal to analyze your situation and propose an approach tailored to your challenges.

Contact

FR: +33 7 82 88 48 28

UAE: +971 58 645 3069

info@expatslawfirm.com

In collaboration with

Daftime and Expat living real estate

© 2026 Expats Law Firm — All rights reserved

Expats law firm

formerly Counsel-Attorney

Book a legal consultation for your international project

Our team is at your disposal to analyze your situation and propose an approach tailored to your challenges.

Contact

FR: +33 7 82 88 48 28

UAE: +971 58 645 3069

info@expatslawfirm.com

In collaboration with

Daftime and Expat living real estate

© 2026 Expats Law Firm — All rights reserved