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What is asylum?

Asylum is the protection granted to people who have fled their country of origin because of fear of persecution. In France, three types of protection are possible:

Conventional asylum (refugee status) is the protection granted on the basis of the Geneva Convention of July 28, 1951, to any foreigner persecuted in his or her country of origin for reasons of ethnicity, religion, nationality, political opinion or membership of a particular social group (including persecution of LGBTIQ+ people and women fearing forced marriage or the risk of female circumcision).
Constitutional asylum is enshrined in the fourth paragraph of the Preamble to the 1946 Constitution, which states that "Any person persecuted on account of his or her action in favor of freedom has the right of asylum in the territories of the Republic", and in paragraph 2 of article 53-1 of the Constitution of October 4, 1958, which states that "However, even if the request does not fall within their competence by virtue of these agreements, the authorities of the Republic always have the right to grant asylum to any foreigner persecuted because of his action in favor of freedom or who seeks the protection of France for another reason".
Subsidiary protection is granted to people who do not qualify for refugee status, but who establish that in their country of origin they would be at risk of the death penalty, torture, inhuman or degrading treatment or a serious, direct and individual threat to their life or person as a result of generalized violence arising from a situation of internal or international armed conflict.

An asylum seeker is therefore a person of foreign nationality who has applied to France for protection and has not yet received a response to his or her application.

This term also refers to a person who has applied for asylum, but whose application falls under the responsibility of another European state (in this case, the person is referred toas "Dublin").

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Our services

I offer you comprehensive support throughout the asylum procedure, in particular for :

Applying to OFPRA

(French Office for the Protection of Refugees and Stateless Persons)

I help you put together your file and advise you on writing your story. I can also help you prepare for your interview, an essential step in the examination of your application for protection.

I will also accompany you to your interview at OFPRA's offices in Fontenay-sous-Bois, and will be able to make observations at the end of this interview. These observations will be taken into account by the protection officer as part of the examination of your asylum application.

Appealing to the CNDA

(National Court of Asylum)

If OFPRA's decision is unfavorable to you, I can help you appeal to the CNDA. It's important to understand the reasons for the refusal, and I'll take the time to explain the decision to you, so that together we can define the best strategy for your appeal to the CNDA. I prepare your appeal, making sure that all the necessary documents are in place. The hearing before the CNDA is a particularly important stage, as it is the moment when you will be able to express yourself in person before the Court. I'll be with you every step of the way, explaining how the hearing works and what you'll be asked to do. That way, you'll be ready to answer the judge's questions with equanimity. I'll also guide you on how to tell your story coherently and convincingly, so as to highlight the elements that justify your request for protection. On the day of the hearing, I'll be at your side to represent you before the CNDA.

Proceedings before the administrative court

I can help you appeal against a "Dublin" transfer order, or against a decision by the Director General of the French Office for Immigration and Integration (OFII) to refuse or terminate your material reception conditions.

Family reunification

After obtaining protection in France (refugee status or subsidiary protection), you have the right to be joined by your spouse and minor children under certain conditions. I can help you with this process, and represent you before the Nantes Administrative Court if your family member(s) is (are) refused a visa.

Conditions of intervention

As far as fees are concerned, the firm offers total transparency and terms adapted to your situation. Flat rates are also available.

Legal aid is also available if you are entitled to it, as it is automatic for appeals to the CNDA. In this case, the application for legal aid must be sent within 15 days of receipt of OFPRA's decision.

If you are in a precarious situation, don't hesitate to contact us to check your eligibility for legal aid, which may cover some or all of your fees.

Our aim is to provide you not only with rigorous legal support, but also with human and empathetic accompaniment, so that you can get through this ordeal with confidence. To make an appointment for a consultation.

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