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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.
Goodwill, the heart of your business: acquisition, composition and protection
For many craftspeople, their "goodwill" is their most important asset, the real economic engine of their business. More than just a stock of tools or premises, it is a complex set of elements that, when combined, help to attract and retain customers. But what exactly makes up the goodwill? How do you...COVID-19 and banking law: exceptional measures for companies
The COVID-19 health crisis shook up our economy in 2020. The legislator had to intervene urgently to prevent the collapse of many businesses. An unprecedented legal arsenal was deployed, temporarily modifying certain aspects of banking law. The provisions of the amended Finance Act of 23 March 2020...International arbitration agreement: what effects for the parties, judges and third parties?
Signing an arbitration agreement, whether as a discreet clause in a lengthy contract or as a dedicated agreement after a dispute has arisen, is far from a trivial act. This commitment profoundly alters the legal landscape for the parties and can even have repercussions for players who were not previously involved in arbitration.Institutional or ad hoc arbitration: the key role of arbitration centres and the supporting judge
Choosing international arbitration to settle a dispute is a decisive first step. But then a fundamental practical question arises: how will the procedure be organised in practice? Who will administer the process, appoint arbitrators in the event of disagreement, and manage the logistical and financial aspects?How does an arbitration procedure work in practice?
You have decided, either by a clause in your contract or by an agreement made after the dispute has arisen (the compromise), to refer your commercial dispute to arbitration. This is a decisive step. But what happens next? How does this private justice system work on a day-to-day basis? The idea of a less formal procedure than...Anticipating or settling a dispute: the arbitration agreement explained
As we saw in our previous article, commercial arbitration relies entirely on the will of the parties. Without their agreement to submit a dispute to private judges, the arbitration route remains closed. This fundamental agreement takes the form of an "arbitration agreement". But how do you actually agree to arbitrate?The limits of international arbitration: public policy and competition law
International arbitration is attractive because of the freedom it offers the parties: freedom to choose their judges, the procedure, the applicable rules of law and so on. This flexibility is invaluable in the complex context of global trade. But is this autonomy of will boundless? Are there higher principles, mandatory rules...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...Sanctions and defence against abuse of a dominant position
Abuse of a dominant position exposes companies to considerable financial penalties. Fines can amount to 10% of worldwide turnover. Google, for example, was ordered to pay €2.4 billion for favouring its price comparison site in search results. Faced with these risks, and to better...
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