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Tourist residences: the pandemic does not excuse non-payment of rent
By Séphora Amsellem on March 15, 2026
The Civil Court of Albertville, provides a further illustration of the limits of the arguments commonly raised by operators of tourist residences to avoid payment of rent.
Loss of commercial lease protection due to lack of registration
By Séphora Amsellem on February 25, 2026
The judge in emergency proceedings of the Civil Court of Albertville has issued a particularly instructive decision for landlords of tourist residences seeking to terminate a commercial lease without payment of eviction compensation.
Irregular transfer and loss of commercial lease status
By Séphora Amsellem on January 30, 2026
The Civil Court of Grenoble has issued a particularly instructive decision for landlords of tourist residences facing changes of operator.
Your ultimate guide to start thinking doing business in France
By Séphora Amsellem on January 22, 2026
As the Wall Street Journal has labelled the French economy "pro-business overhaul", it's now time to consider expanding your business/making investments in France.
Fraudulent conduct by the operator in drafting the lease: eviction indemnity set aside
By Séphora Amsellem on October 15, 2025
In 2025, the Civil Court issued a noteworthy decision for private landlords dealing with operators of tourist residences. A non-professional owner had leased an apartment within a tourist residence to an operating company. Upon expiry of the commercial lease, the landlord refused renewal, which would in principle entitle the tenant to an eviction indemnity. The operator accordingly claimed nearly €10,000.