Caterina Giudiceandrea
International Divorce Lawyer in Paris France
Cross-Border Family Law
Native English-Speaking Lawyer for Expats and International Families
We advise expats, binational couples and international families facing complex family law matters involving France, providing legal advice in native English, as well as French, Italian and German.
With over ten years of experience in international family law and private international law, our practice is dedicated to international divorce and cross-border family matters requiring careful analysis of jurisdiction and applicable law under French law.
Our approach is rigorous, strategic and tailored, integrating the legal, cultural and linguistic dimensions of international situations to support informed and legally secure decisions.
International Divorce in France for Expats and Binational Couples
We assist English-speaking families facing divorce proceedings in France. With extensive experience in international divorce law, we help our clients navigate each step of the process with clarity, strategy, and care.
Our services include:
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Divorce between spouses of different nationalities
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Divorce when spouses live in different countries
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Determining which country has jurisdiction
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Assessing which law applies (French or foreign)
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Cross-border division of assets and financial consequences
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Coordinating with foreign lawyers and procedures
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Enforcing and recognizing foreign divorce orders in France
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International asset recovery
Child Custody and Relocation for International Families in France and French Families Abroard
We assist English-speaking families with sensitive and often complex matters involving children across borders. Whether you’re raising children in France as an expat, or dealing with legal issues involving French children living abroad, we provide strategic legal guidance rooted in international family law.
Our services include:
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Creating and negotiating international parenting plans
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Custody and child support disputes in an international context
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Preventing and responding to international child abduction
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Managing the interaction between French courts and foreign systems
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Establishing parental rights after ART and surrogacy
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Enforcing foreign custody or support orders in France
Our International Family Law Services
Specialised advice for expatriates, binational couples and families living across borders
About Caterina - International Divorce and Family Lawyer (France)
I am a native English-speaking lawyer admitted to the Paris Bar, with over 10 years of experience advising expatriates and international families on divorce, custody and cross-border family matters involving France.
Born into a multilingual and multicultural family, I work fluently in English, French, Italian and German. My background gives me a unique understanding of the realities faced by binational couples, globally mobile families and parents raising children across borders.
International family cases require clear strategy, careful jurisdiction analysis, and a practical understanding of how different legal systems interact. My practice focuses on providing this clarity. I help clients understand:
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Where they can file for divorce
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Which country's law applies
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How French courts approach cross-border situations
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What happens when children or assets are spread across countries
My clients include expatriates living in France or abroad, binational couples, internationally mobile executives, diplomats and families preparing to relocate. I combine legal expertise with a structured approach and clear communication, whether in English, French, Italian or German.
If your family situation involves more than one country, I can help you understand your options and build a strategy grounded in both French and international family law.
Our Approach
🤝 Client relationships
matter
We believe strong client relationships are the foundation of successful outcomes. When you partner with us as your family and divorce lawyer in France, we work closely with you to design legal strategies that are not only effective but tailored to your unique needs and circumstances.
💼 Accessible high-calibre legal services
We provide high-quality international family law advice with clear, predictable fees. When appropriate, we offer structured flat-fee packages — ensuring transparency from the start, with no hidden costs and no unexpected invoices. Clear pricing, clear direction.
* We do not handle cases under legal aid.
⚖️ Smart and effective legal solutions
We deliver intelligent, effective legal strategies by staying current with legal developments, research, and international family law trends. We listen carefully to your concerns and prioritize amicable dispute resolution whenever possible — while remaining fully prepared to defend your interests in court when necessary.
Questions ?
Not sure where to begin ? We provide an initial consultation focused on clarifying your situation and identifying the most effective strategy for your international family law matter. You will receive tailored guidance from the outset, with our full attention and discretion.
Caterina Giudiceandrea
Avocat à la Cour
25 rue La Boétie 75008 Paris
+ 33 (0)9 54 01 99 52
