Publications

Judgement, Civil procedure

Have you obtained a favourable court ruling in another country? Or perhaps you are affected by a judgement handed down abroad, such as a divorce or an inheritance decision? Many people think that once a legal decision has been handed down, it applies everywhere. However, the legal reality is...

Costs and expenses, Civil procedure

Embarking on legal proceedings, whether to assert one's rights or to defend oneself, inevitably raises the question of costs. Over and above the legal issues themselves, a legitimate and frequent concern is the final financial burden: who will have to bear the costs generated by the legal proceedings?

Judgement, Civil procedure

The notification of a judgment rendered in the absence of a party is subject to strict rules. A special time limit of six months applies on pain of nullity. These special rules are designed to protect the party in default while ensuring legal certainty. Failure to comply with these rules may invalidate a favourable court decision. The system...

Judgement, Civil procedure

A judgment handed down in your absence can have serious consequences. The law provides for specific legal remedies. These depend on the exact nature of the judgment. Strict time limits govern these appeals. If they are not respected, the decision cannot be contested. Identifying the exact nature of the judgment The exact nature of the...

Civil procedure, European Small Claims Procedure

Qu'est-ce que la procédure européenne des petits litiges ? La procédure européenne de règlement des petits litiges (REPL) est un mécanisme judiciaire simplifié permettant de résoudre les litiges transfrontaliers d'une valeur maximale de 5 000 euros au sein de l'Union européenne, sans recourir aux procédures nationales classiques, souvent plus longues…

In civil procedure, appearing is not enough. The parties must perform certain acts within the allotted time. This obligation, which is distinct from mere presence, entails specific sanctions in the event of failure to comply. Mastery of these rules often determines the outcome of a trial. Fundamental distinction in civil procedure The Code of Civil Procedure...

Judgement, Civil procedure

Failure to attend a court hearing has far-reaching legal consequences. This absence, known as a "failure to appear", profoundly alters the course of the trial. It can affect both the plaintiff and the defendant, with different effects depending on the case. Understanding these mechanisms will enable you to act effectively in these situations...

Judgement, Civil procedure

A judgment given in the absence of a party (a failure to appear) can have radically different consequences depending on its legal classification. Whether for domestic judgments or to enforce a foreign judgment via exequatur, the complexity of the rules is constant. The distinction between judgments by default and...

Call, Civil procedure

Res judicata is a fundamental pillar of our legal system. But what can be done when a final judgment is based on fraud or a major error? French justice provides an exceptional solution: an application for judicial review. Our firm regularly observes that this legal remedy remains...

When a new law changes the rules on enforcement, how do you know which text applies to your current case? This question, far from being theoretical, often determines the outcome of enforcement proceedings. Between the protection of acquired rights and the immediate application of new legislation, transitional law lays down rules...