Enforcement Foreign Judgment in France

This service helps individuals or entities seeking to enforce foreign court judgments in France. It is particularly beneficial for:

• Parties to international contracts or disputes.
• Individuals seeking enforcement of family law judgments like divorce decrees or child custody orders from other countries.
• Companies requiring execution of commercial judgments or arbitration awards.

• The foreign judgment should not contradict French international public order.
• It must be final and conclusive in the country of origin.
• Necessary documentation, including a certified copy of the judgment and relevant legal certificates, must be provided.
• Legal representation in France is required for the exequatur process

1. Initial Assessment: Review the foreign judgment to determine its compatibility with French law and international public order.
2. Filing a Request: Submit a request for exequatur to the competent Tribunal Judiciaire in France,
3. Document Submission: Provide authentic copies of the foreign judgment and relevant certifications.
4. Legal Representation: Our lawyers will represent you in the case in the French court system.

• Legitimacy: Ensures foreign judgments comply with French legal standards.
• Efficiency: Streamlined procedure for judgments within the European Union.
• Expertise: Professional handling by experienced lawyers familiar with international and French law.
• Comprehensive Enforcement: Enables the enforcement of various types of judgments, including civil, family, and commercial matters.

Enforcement of foreign judgments in France involves a process known as "exequatur." This procedure ensures that a foreign judgment is recognised and becomes enforceable in France. The key aspects include:

• Verifying the foreign judgment's compliance with international public order.
• Ensuring there's no conflict with any existing French or foreign judgments.
• Determining the indirect jurisdiction of the foreign judge based on the litigation's connection to the foreign jurisdiction.