By Raphaël MORENON
The 29 March 2025
There is a fundamental rule to be observed when exercising a right of appeal: deadlines must be respected. For an overall understanding of the fundamentals of these time limits, including their definitions and objectives, it is essential to know that a day's delay means a lost opportunity to challenge the decision. The time that elapses following a decision is regulated and codified, with specific features depending on the route chosen. Ordinary channels of appeal Appeal: one month in which to act An appeal allows a second examination of the facts and law of the case. The time limit for lodging an appeal is one month from notification of the judgment (article 538 of the Code of Civil Procedure). This time limit applies to all parties, including the party that served the judgment. There are specific time limits for certain matters: 15 days for non-contentious matters (article 538) 15 days for summary orders (article 490) 15 days for orders of the...
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