Exequatur in France of
judgments rendered in Russia
Issues and definition
A Russian judgment is not automatically enforceable in France and requires an exequatur procedure based on French private international law. This recognition then makes it possible to give it effect and initiate enforcement measures on assets located in France.
Conditions and procedures
Recognition is based on French private international law. The judgment must be rendered by a competent jurisdiction, respect the rights of the defense, be final, and comply with international public policy.
The exequatur procedure is initiated before the judicial court (tribunal judiciaire) and requires the production of the judgment, its certified translation, and a legal analysis of the case.
Areas of expertise
The firm intervenes in the enforcement of Russian foreign judgments in commercial, financial, and patrimonial contexts, often involving cross-border situations and assets located in multiple jurisdictions.
Client support
The firm assists its clients from the analysis of the judgment to its enforcement in France, by structuring an adapted strategy (identification of assets, protective measures, seizures) in order to obtain a concrete result in complex international cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
IS A RUSSIAN JUDGMENT ENFORCEABLE IN FRANCE?
No, an exequatur procedure is necessary.
IS THERE A CONVENTION BETWEEN FRANCE AND RUSSIA?
No, recognition is based on French private international law.
MUST THE JUDGMENT BE FINAL?
Yes, it must be enforceable and final.
CAN ASSETS BE SEIZED IN FRANCE?
Yes, as a protective measure or after recognition of the judgment.
IS A LAWYER REQUIRED?
In practice, these procedures involve the intervention of a lawyer before French courts, both for obtaining an exequatur and for enforcement litigation.
They also imply a strategic approach, beyond just the procedural dimension.
Do you wish to have a Russian judgment recognized and enforced in France?
The firm assists you in defining and implementing an adapted strategy.