A lawyer, an attorney counsel, but not only.

Do you have a project or situation to manage in France and a thousand questions, often without answers?
The procedures are unclear, the people you need to talk to are inaccessible, and the vocabulary is incomprehensible.

You feel lonely, and sometimes even invisible.

And yet, all you need is someone who truly understands you.
Someone who speaks your language, who knows your references, your codes, your expectations.

My name is Sara Byström, and I am a member of the Paris Bar.
Originally from Sweden and fluent in three languages (French, English, and Swedish), I have been living and working in France for over 30 years.
My background is a blend of cultures, disciplines, and passions, and it is precisely these intersections that are my strength today.

I become a real point of contact in France for my clients .
I help them find their way, understand, and make decisions with confidence.
Above all, I prevent them from feeling lost, misinformed, or misunderstood.

Rigorous, human support, deeply tailored to your reality.

I explain. I translate. I represent.
I adapt to your language, your culture, your constraints.
And I take the time to listen, to find the right solution at the right time.

My clients often tell me:

“You are our right-hand woman.”
“You have thought of everything.”
“You were able to express what I couldn't put into words.”

Need additional expertise?
I draw on my network of trusted international network of partners (notaires, specialized attorneys,brokers, certified public accountants, real estate experts, bailiffs, ushers, etc.).
Together, we'll always find the best way to serve you.

And to those who ask me, "What is your specialty?"
I reply:

My specialty is adaptability.

My studies taught me about the law, legal rules, and legal structures.

My experience at an international company has allowed me to consistently apply the law, work collaboratively, and operate in a project-based environment.

As for my personality, my keen sense of observation, my sensitivity, and my cultural perspective, they all stem from my personal history.
I come from a family where the arts play a major role.

My father, mother, grandfather, and grandmother were all professional painters, so I grew up in artists’ studios surrounded by colors, brushes, paintings, and other works of art, immersed in creativity from morning till night.

Other forms of artistic expression, especially music and singing, were also always a part of our lives. My father was a multi-talented artist with a musician’s ear; my uncles and cousins were classical musicians, and my cousin was a renowned soprano.

This particularly enriching environment instilled in me, from a very early age , an eye for detail, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to listen carefully.

Britt Håkanson-Lundgren
, “Enameled Metal”

When I was little, I played the violin, painted, and sewed, before later discovering Japanese calligraphy with my teacher, Hiroko Kimura—Kimura-san.

This wonderful and elegant art of ink drawing requires patience, precision, and discipline.

Qualities that I find useful in my work as a lawyer today.

All of these artistic traditions and practices shape the way I perceive things and people and guide my approach to my work.

My creative work further enhances my cultural sensitivity and my attention to the unique aspects of each situation and each of my clients’ projects.

Sara Byström
" Japanese ink on recycled paper"

And then there’s craft beer*. Yes, you read that right.
It’s a family story, too: my maternal grandfather, Johan Alfred Sandwall, opened Sweden’s first “pils” (lager) brewery in 1862.
Today, I’m active in the association Les Buveuses de Bière, where I share that same passion for precision, for sharing, and for a commitment to quality…but in a glass.

I also lead “Craft & Craft” workshops there, where we get hands-on (knitting, sewing, drawing, etc.) while sampling the latest creations. It’s the perfect way to bring all my traditions together!

* Alcohol abuse is harmful to your health. Please drink responsibly.

I’m a lawyer, but I don’t just practice law.
I help you move forward and ensure the security of your situation or project in a country where the rules are often different from your own—and often more complex.
I translate, I explain, I protect, I make things possible.

I am your strategic advisor in France , and I turn complexity into clarity and uncertainty into decision-making.

I’ll provide personalized support tailored to your needs and preferences.

I take care of everything for you, just like a “family office ”!

And I do this with solid expertise, a genuine willingness to listen, a true passion for people, and that extra touch of heart that algorithms will never be able to replace.

Every situation is unique, and every project deserves personalized attention.
Let’s talk!