A law firm's AI policy: the CAPTURE method
The CAPTURE method turns a firm's AI policy into actionable rules, approvals, evidence, an incident procedure and management indicators.
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Law firm AI assessment: a 5-level maturity framework
An AI assessment is not about counting licenses. This five-level framework helps a firm map practices, choose use cases and build a controlled roadmap.
AI AssessmentLaw FirmsGovernance
Read articleDeploying Claude in a law firm: the 30-day plan
Deploying Claude in a firm is not just opening accounts and sharing a few prompts. Here is a four-week plan to select a workflow, govern data, train users and measure quality before wider rollout.
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Read article5 questions to ask a lawyer before choosing them for your startup
Choosing a lawyer can protect or weaken your startup. Discover 5 questions to check sector expertise, IP/GDPR management, deliverables, timing and pricing—with checklists and…
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Read articleCapital increase: procedure and pitfalls to avoid (2026)
Preparing an SAS or SARL capital increase? Follow our 8-step procedure, avoid pitfalls (DPS, deposits, legal notices, SIE), anticipate costs/timing and safeguard investor relationships with this guide…
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Read articleFiling a patent in France: procedure, cost and strategy in 2026
Launching an innovation and deciding between a patent, trade secret or trademark? Here is the 2026 guide to filing a patent in France (INPI), calculating costs, avoiding loss of novelty and building a strategy…
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Read articleStartup employment contract: IP, confidentiality and non-compete clauses
Startups: secure your assets from the moment you hire. Valid confidentiality, IP and non-compete clauses, limits (duration, scope, compensation), mistakes to avoid and drafting checklist.
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Read articleSelling a startup: complete 2026 M&A legal guide
Ready to sell your startup? This 2026 M&A guide details strategy, deal structure, due diligence, obligations (JAL, BODACC, employee information), GAP and pitfalls to avoid.
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Read articleFinance Act 2026: what changes for startups and investors
The 2026 Finance Act refocuses tax benefits on JEIs (and impact-focused JEIs), adjusts the CIR (operating expenses capped at 40%) and regulates FCPIs. Here is what changes and how to benefit.
Startup taxationInvestorsJEI
Read articleLegal obligations for dropshipping in France: terms of sale, GDPR and liability
Dropshipping is legal in France, but the seller bears all e-commerce obligations. Terms of sale, GDPR, VAT/customs, product compliance, actual delivery times… Here are the 2026 rules and essential clauses…
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Read articleCommercial partnership agreement for startups: template and essential clauses
Draft a robust commercial partnership agreement for your startup. 2026 legal framework, ready-to-use template, 14 essential clauses (confidentiality, non-compete, GDPR), negotiation checklists and mistakes to avoid…
Commercial ContractsStartupsPartnerships
Read articleHiring my first permanent employee: employer obligations checklist
Hiring your first permanent employee? Follow our 2026 checklist: DPAE before arrival, 14 mandatory information items, occupational health membership, payroll/DSN, health insurance, supplementary retirement and support…
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Read articleLawyer subscriptions for startups: are they really cost-effective?
Unlimited plans, hours packages, response SLAs, hours rollover… Is a lawyer subscription really cost-effective for a startup? A simple calculation method, worked examples, clauses to negotiate and practical alternatives…
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Read articleHow to protect my startup's name before filing a patent
Patent or no patent, your first priority is to secure your name. Clearance searches, INPI trademark filing, e-Soleau, domain names and controlled usage: here is a practical method to avoid opposition and infr…
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Read articleStartup specialist lawyer vs general practitioner: what are the practical differences?
Startup specialist lawyer or general practitioner? Compare expertise, fees, use cases and risks. Practical checklists, selection criteria and concrete examples to help you decide effectively.
Practical Questions and Lawyer FeesStartupsBusiness Law
Read articleWarranties and liability exclusions in a SaaS contract: drafting guide
Draft robust SaaS clauses: warranties (SLAs, security, compliance), lawful liability limitations, GDPR super-caps, data portability and templates ready to adapt.
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Read articleCan you include an arbitration clause in a contract with a French customer?
Arbitration clauses are valid between professionals in France (art. 2061 C. civ.) if written (art. 1443 CPC). In B2C they are unenforceable and presumed unfair. Clear guidance, examples and checklist.
Commercial Contracts and Terms of SaleLitigation and Debt RecoveryPractical Legal Situations
Read articleHow to prepare for your first meeting with a lawyer and save time
Your first meeting with a lawyer starts before the appointment. Chronology, documents, questions and budget: a practical method to save the firm 2 to 3 hours of work and reduce the bill.
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Read articleWhy tech startups choose a specialist business lawyer
GDPR, NIS2, DSA, CPCE, AML/CFT, IP, fundraising… The framework for tech startups is complex. Discover why a specialist business lawyer in Paris reduces your risks and accelerates deals.
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Read articleOpen source and SaaS: managing GPL/AGPL licence risks
AGPL, GPL, LGPL… In SaaS, a “restrictive” open source dependency can trigger an obligation to publish your code or lead to infringement proceedings. A practical method to map, remediate and contract…
SaaS and Tech ContractsIntellectual PropertyOpen Source
Read articleMy subcontractor has breached their obligations: how to terminate without risk
Your subcontractor is accumulating delays and non-conformities? Here is the secure termination method: check the contract, give formal notice, invoke the termination clause or apply to the court while securing data, IP and continuity…
SubcontractingCommercial ContractsLitigation
Read articleDo you need a lawyer to respond to a formal demand?
No legislation requires you to hire a lawyer to respond to a formal demand. In some cases, however, it is a decisive choice for avoiding litigation. Practical guide: deadlines, reply template, mistakes to avoid, costs…
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Read articleLegalTech in France in 2026: the market, AI and the future of law firms
The French LegalTech market is accelerating in 2026, driven by the France Legaltech programme (DGE) and the AI Act. A review of the landscape, sovereignty risks and a 90-day action plan for Paris law firms.
LegalTechBusiness lawAI and law
Read articleSaaS contracts and technical subcontractors: managing dependencies
Subcontracting chains, cloud hosting, backups, support… Your SaaS depends on essential providers. Here is how to govern these dependencies with GDPR (Article 28), Data Act 2025 and concrete clauses (audit, flow-down)…
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