--- title: "International" id: "2391" type: "page" slug: "international" published_at: "2026-02-02T11:04:31+00:00" modified_at: "2026-06-29T14:20:38+00:00" url: "https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/international/" markdown_url: "https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/international.md" excerpt: "International Network With offices in Paris and Brussels, we advise clients in France and across the globe. In an increasingly interconnected legal environment, we ensure continuity and consistency of counsel by coordinating the legal, economic, and regulatory aspects of each..." taxonomy_language: - "English" taxonomy_post_translations: - "pll_698084bf088f7" --- ## International Network With offices in Paris and Brussels, we advise clients in France and across the globe. In an increasingly interconnected legal environment, we ensure continuity and consistency of counsel by coordinating the legal, economic, and regulatory aspects of each matter across multiple jurisdictions. Our international reach is built on recognized expertise in multijurisdictional matters and on a network of leading partner firms spanning more than 100 countries. Selected for their technical excellence, independence, and standing in their respective markets, these partners share our commitment to quality and enable us to deliver a seamless level of service worldwide. We act on complex international transactions and disputes in close collaboration with this network. Our coordinated and exacting approach is trusted by global businesses that rely on us to manage their most strategic matters. This international dynamic is strengthened by the depth of our team: lawyers admitted to seven foreign bars, fluent in fifteen languages, and seven representatives before the European Patent Office. Their diversity and complementary expertise enhance our ability to act with precision and agility on cross-border matters of every scale. ## Key *Numbers* The firm advises clients in France and internationally on matters often involving complex cross-border issues. Our organisation and network ensure rigorous coordination across all jurisdictions. 0 - 55% International Clients - Network in 100+ Countries - 7 Foreign Bars (Brussels, Berlin, Frankfurt am Main, Madrid, New York…) - 15 Languages Spoken: Albanian, Arabic, Czech, English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Mandarin, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Vietnamese - 7 Representatives at the European Patent Office 0 ## Brussels, at the Heart of the European Institutions At the heart of the European institutions, our Brussels team helps businesses understand and anticipate changes in the European regulatory landscape. Drawing on experience that bridges institutional, administrative, and economic spheres, it advises on strategic issues across areas such as digital transformation, market regulation, sustainability, and corporate governance… [Learn more about our Brussels office](https://www.august-debouzy.com/en/bruxelles/) ## International *Desks* Cross-border transactions require more than a command of the applicable law: they demand a precise understanding of the economic, regulatory, and institutional environments of each market. August Debouzy has built dedicated desks for the regions where our clients are most frequently active: Africa, the German-speaking world, the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America. Our bilingual and trilingual lawyers, well-versed in the legal and business practices of their respective regions, work in close coordination with leading local partners. They secure cross-border transactions, anticipate regulatory risks, and ensure legal continuity between France and the target markets. The firm also operates across all major international business centers. - Africa Desk - German Desk - Spanish Desk Africa Desk //01Navigating Africa’s Legal Diversity ## Africa Desk The Africa Desk supports public and private stakeholders in structuring and implementing development projects across the continent. Drawing on extensive experience with African legal, economic, and institutional environments, the team operates in strategic sectors such as energy, infrastructure, telecommunications, and natural resources. Supported by a trusted network of local and international partners, the desk designs tailored project frameworks, secures financing, and anticipates risks to ensure the long-term success of each initiative. German Desk //02Bridging French and Germanophone Markets ## German Desk The German Desk serves as a strategic bridge between France and the German-speaking markets — Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Luxembourg. Its bilingual, bicultural lawyers advise on cross-border investments, partnerships, and disputes, guiding both French and German-speaking clients through complex legal and business environments. Combining legal excellence with cultural insight, the team helps secure and advance projects across these closely connected economies. Spanish Desk //03Connecting French, Spanish & Portuguese Markets ## Spanish Desk The Spanish & Lusophone Desk supports legal and economic exchanges between France, the Iberian Peninsula, and Latin America. The trilingual team (French, Spanish, Portuguese) advises companies and investors on cross-border transactions & disputes, combining legal precision with a deep understanding of business cultures across Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking markets. Working closely with leading local firms, the team ensures seamless coordination and consistent, high-level support built on technical excellence and regional insight. 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