Legal Services in France

Legal Services Invoice Template for France

Create professional invoices tailored for legal services businesses in France. Our free invoice generator combines legal services-specific formatting with France's VAT (TVA) compliance and EUR support.

Legal Services Services in France

Typical legal services services billed in France:

✓ Legal advice — hourly (France)
✓ Contract drafting & review (France)
✓ Conveyancing (France)
✓ Litigation — court appearances (France)
✓ Corporate compliance & ASIC lodgements (France)

Invoice Requirements in France

France requires these fields on a valid invoice:

✓ TVA registration required if annual revenue exceeds €36,800 for services (€94,300 for goods)
✓ Include your SIRET number on all professional invoices
✓ Auto-entrepreneurs below threshold must state 'TVA non applicable, art. 293 B du CGI'
✓ Standard payment terms are 30 days in France (maximum 60 days)

Tax & Currency for France

VAT (TVA): 20%

Currency: EUR (€)

Business registration: SIRET/SIREN

Invoicing Tips for Legal Services in France

✓ Always reference matter number and client name on every invoice
✓ Separate professional fees from disbursements and GST on each
✓ Legal Services businesses in France must include SIRET/SIREN on every invoice
✓ Charge VAT (TVA) at 20% on legal services services if registered in France
✓ Standard payment terms: 50% upfront, 50% on completion — invoice in EUR (€)

Common Mistakes to Avoid

✓ Mixing disbursements with professional fees on one GST line
✓ Missing trust account rules for funds held on client behalf
✓ Not including SIRET/SIREN on legal services invoices for France clients
✓ Using incorrect currency (must be EUR) on cross-border legal services jobs

Legal Services Invoicing FAQ — France

What should a legal services invoice include in France?

A legal services invoice in France must include: your SIRET/SIREN, business details, client information, unique invoice number, date, itemized legal services services, VAT (TVA) at 20% (if registered), amounts in EUR, and payment terms.

What VAT (TVA) rate applies to legal services services in France?

In France, legal services services are typically subject to VAT (TVA) at 20%. Registration thresholds vary. Once registered, you must charge VAT (TVA) and show it separately on all invoices.

What payment terms are standard for legal services in France?

Standard payment terms for legal services businesses in France are 50% upfront, 50% on completion. The average invoice value in this industry is approximately $4500. Always clearly state your payment terms on every invoice.