By Raphaël MORENON
2 April 2025
Acquiescence is a subtle legal mechanism that puts an end to litigation. To understand its definition and basic principles, please consult our dedicated page. It implies that a party accepts either his opponent's claim (acquiescence to the claim) or the decision handed down by a judge (acquiescence to the judgment). It is not always easy to recognise, especially when it is implicit. This article looks at the different manifestations of acquiescence and how the courts interpret it. Express acquiescence Forms and manifestations Express acquiescence is characterised by a clear intention on the part of its author. Article 410 of the Code of Civil Procedure does not impose any particular formalities. It can take a variety of forms: An authenticated deed A deed under private signature A simple letter A statement at a hearing The essential requirement is that the intention to acquiesce is clear. In a ruling handed down on 3 September 2015, the 2nd Civil Chamber of the French Supreme Court...
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