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Petition in civil proceedings: conditions of validity, compulsory information (art. 54 & 57 cpc) and sanctions
By Raphaël MORENON5 September 2025Taking a case to court is complex. Find out how to draw up a valid civil claim to protect your rights in France, avoid costly mistakes and save time. An accessible practical guide.
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> The practice of seizing propertyA practical, chronological and exhaustive study of the implementation of a property seizure procedure.
We put all our expertise to work to achieve a simple objective: to prevent a property seizure.
Is commercial arbitration an alternative to state justice for settling your disputes?
Commercial relations, by their very nature dynamic and complex, can unfortunately generate disagreements. When a dispute arises, the prospect of lengthy, costly and public legal proceedings before the state courts can seem daunting, even detrimental to the smooth running of the business. The fact that the courts are often backlogged does not help matters, lengthening delays that can sometimes...Understanding international arbitration: the basics and the arbitration agreement
The development of commercial exchanges beyond national borders confronts companies with increased legal complexity. When a dispute arises with a foreign partner, turning to the national courts can be time-consuming, costly and sometimes unpredictable, not least because of conflicts of law or jurisdiction. This is where...Invoicing and payment deadlines: the essential rules for your business
The invoice. This document, often perceived as a simple administrative formality, is in fact much more than that. It's the cornerstone of your commercial relations, an essential piece of evidence and an essential tool for good cash flow management. Inaccurate invoicing or late payment...The arbitration award: final decision and appeal procedures
The arbitration procedure is drawing to a close, the arguments have been exchanged, the evidence administered and the arbitral tribunal has made its decision: the award. This is the culmination of the process you chose to settle your commercial dispute. But what exactly is the scope of this decision? Is it...Competition investigations: how to anticipate and react?
An unexpected visit from competition investigators can be a destabilising experience for any business, whatever its size. Knowing how to react and what your rights and obligations are is crucial. Poor management of this situation can have serious consequences, ranging from significant financial penalties to legal proceedings.Penalties and appeals: challenging a decision by the Competition Authority
Receiving a decision from the French Competition Authority imposing financial penalties, ordering you to cease certain practices (injunctions), or even rejecting your own complaint, is rarely good news for a company. It is a serious situation that can have significant financial and reputational impacts. These decisions, which...Micro-PAC: a simplified procedure for small-scale anti-competitive practices
When we think of competition law, we often think of the major cases handled by the Autorité de la concurrence, involving national or international companies and potentially very high penalties. However, the economic fabric is also made up of numerous small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) whose activities, although...Pricing: avoiding the pitfalls of resale at a loss and fixed prices
In France, the principle is one of freedom of pricing. In theory, every company is free to set its prices as it sees fit, in accordance with article L.410-2 of the French Commercial Code. This is a pillar of our market economy and of free competition. However, this freedom is not...Preventing the risk of abuse of a dominant position: a practical guide
Penalties for abuse of a dominant position can ruin a company. Violation of Articles L. 420-2 of the French Commercial Code or 102 of the TFEU can result in fines of up to 10% of worldwide sales. To ensure that the prevention of abuse of a dominant position is part of a global approach to...
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