The Partner of a Civil Company

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

A partner in a civil property company whose purpose is the sale of off-plan apartments is liable, solely by virtue of that status and without any need for mismanagement on his part, for the liabilities arising from the non-performance of obligations and commitments undertaken by the company at a time when he was still a partner, under the conditions set forth in Article 2 of the Law of 16 July 1971, now Article L211-2 of the Building and Housing Code.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points

• Scrupulously observe the statutory time limits for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, instruments, correspondence)
• Anticipate: preventive legal advice is always cheaper than litigation

For an analysis of your situation: 30-minute consultation at €45 with Maître Zakine.