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Le Tutour Avocats most often acts in cross-border liability disputes, defending its clients in France and abroad.
The firm has solid legal expertise and has developed an international network of local correspondents, which is essential for providing comprehensive and tailored support, enabling the implementation of litigation strategies adapted to the often complex issues and circumstances of the accident.
Regular practice in cross-border litigation
The firm represents its clients in complex, high-stakes liability disputes involving several countries, particularly in the following cases:
- group or individual accidents in France (aircraft accidents, travel accidents, accidents during international sporting competitions);
- personal injury or medical damage in France;
- situations involving the search for the competent jurisdiction and applicable law with the application of French law, European regulations and international conventions.
Le Tutour Avocats acts on behalf of its British clients following accidents abroad (Ethiopia, Argentina, United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Luxembourg, Germany, etc.) and on behalf of its foreign clients who have suffered an accident in France.
Coordination with partner firms abroad
For each international case, the firm ensures perfect coordination between the jurisdictions concerned.
It regularly collaborates with foreign lawyers who are specialists in their field, particularly in the areas of liability law, personal injury, aviation law and maritime law.
Le Tutour Avocats also acts as a local correspondent for numerous law firms located in the United Kingdom, the United States, the Netherlands, Spain and Latin America.
Solenn Le Tutour is regularly called upon to act as a Part 35 Expert to advise the courts of England and Wales on French liability law and the assessment of personal injury.
Types of cases handled internationally
The firm represents French and foreign victims in cases involving:
- Air accidents (commercial flights, hot air balloons, leisure or training flights);
- Sports accidents during international events, competitions or training sessions;
- Fires abroad or related to defective products;
- Medical accidents in the context of care received abroad or in France;
- Road accidents occurring abroad or involving a foreign victim in France;
- Accidents during organised trips (cruises, supervised holidays, tourist tours, etc.).
A team with dual legal expertise in civil law and common law
The team at Le Tutour Avocats has solid experience in common law legal systems:
Maître Solenn Le Tutour:
- Lived in the United Kingdom for three years as part of her studies and professional activity;
- Holder of an LL.M in European and International Studies (Leicester University, England);
- Practised at an American law firm in London for 18 months
- Is a member of the Paris Bar and a Solicitor of England and Wales (non-practising)
Maître Pauline Chausson:
- Worked for one year in a law firm in the United States.
Maître Louise Varconi:
- Is registered with the Paris and Luxembourg Bars
- This practical experience in foreign law enables the firm to liaise effectively with local colleagues and to guarantee a defence that is fully adapted to transnational issues.
A firm integrated into international networks
Le Tutour Avocats is a member of several international networks and associations, enabling constant exchange with colleagues of all nationalities:
- American Association for Justice (AAJ);
- APIL (Association of Personal Injury Lawyers);
- Grays Inn Alumni Association (Paris Bar Association and Pegasus Trust);
- PEOPIL (Pan European Organisation of Personal Injury Lawyers);
These affiliations give the firm access to specialist expertise in more than 40 countries, enabling it to recommend reliable colleagues and build solid cases in a cross-border legal environment.
Have you been involved in an accident in France?
Contact Le Tutour Avocats for experienced, effective legal support coordinated across multiple jurisdictions.