Accounting for lawyers in Luxembourg, the firm and client funds under control.
Accounting for lawyers covers practice bookkeeping, rigorous tracking of client funds (third-party accounts) and tax and social obligations, in line with the Bar's professional-conduct rules.
The accounting of a lawyer or law firm combines operating accounting (fees, costs, VAT) with the separate tracking of third-party funds held on behalf of clients, in accordance with the professional rules of the Luxembourg Bar (Ordre des avocats).
Accounting and client-fund segregation obligations framed by the internal regulation of the Luxembourg Bar, in addition to ordinary accounting and tax rules (law of 19 December 2002, VAT).
Key takeaway
- Client funds must be tracked separately and reconciled.
- Accounting combines practice operations and conduct obligations.
- The form (self-employed or company) determines the accounts format.
Who this is for
- Independent lawyers and law firms
- Practices in corporate form (SARL, SCS, association of lawyers)
- Firms holding client funds on behalf of clients
- Lawyers preparing to set up in Luxembourg
What we do
- Practice bookkeeping (fees, costs, VAT)
- Separate tracking and reconciliation of client funds
- Tax returns and income tax return
- Annual accounts where the practice is incorporated
- Support for accounting professional-conduct compliance
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Frequently asked questions
Why specific accounting for lawyers?
Do you manage client accounts (third-party funds)?
Sole practice or company?
Do you cover VAT on fees?
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