Saint-Malo-based financial professional Jessica Drailline has entered into a judicial restructuring process, according to a judgment issued on by the Tribunal Judiciaire of Saint-Malo. The proceedings were triggered by a cessation of payments on .
The restructuring, known as a redressement judiciaire in the French legal system, aims to allow Drailline to reorganize her financial affairs under the supervision of the court. Gwénolé Ploux has been appointed as the juge-commissaire (judicial supervisor), and SELARL Praxis, represented by Maître Bruno David, will serve as the mandataire judiciaire (judicial administrator).
Creditors have been notified and are required to submit their claims within two months of the publication of the notice in the Bulletin Officiel des Annonces Civiles et Commerciales (BODACC), or approximately by . Claims can be submitted via postal mail or through the online platform www.creditors-sources.com.
A Career in Financial Services
Jessica Drailline has a fifteen-year background in the banking and financial sectors. According to her LinkedIn profile and information from BNI Saint-Malo Business 35, she previously worked at Cetelem and Société Générale. More recently, she has been involved with DLN CONSEIL & FINANCEMENT, a company she manages, and Emeraude Courtage.
DLN CONSEIL & FINANCEMENT was established on , and is categorized under the French APE code 6619B, which covers “Other auxiliary activities to financial services, except insurance and pension funds.” The company’s registered address is 33 Av Rene Cassin, Dinan, 22100, France, and its SIREN number is 891 751 232. Financial data for the company, including turnover, net profit, and cash flow, are currently listed as “NC” (Not Communicated).
Brokerage and Credit Activities
Information from Orias, the official register of intermediaries in insurance, banking, and finance, indicates that Drailline was previously registered as an intermediary, with registration number 19001017 and SIREN number 844 922 575. However, her status is currently listed as “Radié” (removed) from the register.
While registered, Drailline offered services related to credit contracts, including real estate loans exceeding €75,000, consumer credit under €75,000, lifetime mortgages, and credit consolidation. Her registered address at the time was 9 rue de la blatrerie, 35400 Saint-Malo, France.
Implications of Judicial Restructuring
The opening of a redressement judiciaire proceeding does not automatically equate to liquidation. Instead, it provides a legal framework for Drailline to negotiate with creditors and develop a plan to address her debts. This plan, if approved by the court and creditors, could involve debt restructuring, asset sales, or other measures to restore financial viability.
The process is designed to balance the interests of the debtor and creditors, aiming to maximize the recovery of outstanding debts while allowing the debtor to continue operating, if possible. However, the outcome is not guaranteed, and the proceedings could ultimately lead to a judicial liquidation if a viable restructuring plan cannot be agreed upon.
The case highlights the challenges faced by individuals operating in the financial services sector, particularly smaller firms and independent brokers. Economic headwinds, changing regulatory requirements, and increased competition can all contribute to financial difficulties.
The involvement of a mandataire judiciaire like SELARL Praxis is crucial in navigating the complexities of the restructuring process. The mandataire will act as an intermediary between Drailline and her creditors, verifying claims, and facilitating negotiations. The role of the juge-commissaire, Gwénolé Ploux, is to oversee the proceedings and ensure that all legal requirements are met.
The European e-Justice Portal maintains registers of bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings across the European Union, providing public access to information on these cases. While the specific details available vary by country, these registers aim to increase transparency and facilitate cross-border cooperation in insolvency matters.
