Sygna Partners

The Court confirms that jurisdiction ratione temporis must be assessed solely by reference to the treaty’s arbitration offer, not broader...

Paris Court rejects signature forgery claim on arbitral award, upholding authenticity presumption when arbitrator confirms authorship in Eurafrique case.

France’s Cour de cassation clarifies limits of judicial review in annulment of investment arbitration awards, reaffirming boundaries between merits and...

Paris Court of Appeal reaffirms France’s pro-enforcement stance: translation rules upheld, suspension denied, and strict proof required to halt arbitral...

French Cour de cassation reaffirms tribunal autonomy: investment legality affects merits, not jurisdiction, strengthening France’s pro-arbitration stance.

France unveils major arbitration reform: a new Arbitration Code, unified regime, and stronger tribunal powers to enhance its role as...