Frédéric Jeannin and Georgia Fullarton write in Daily Jus on significant French cases in international arbitration
min readFrance’s position as a cornerstone jurisdiction in global arbitration continues to be upheld by French jurisprudence. French courts demonstrated their strong support of arbitration and party autonomy, fostering a willing engagement with the evolving realities of the global landscape and its impact on international dispute resolution.
Several decisions of the French courts from 2025 resonate at an international level, impacting core arbitral concepts such as the autonomy of the arbitration agreement, to the treatment of international public policy.
Frédéric Jeannin, Partner, and Georgia Fullarton, Senior Associate, from our Dispute Resolution team, break down the top French arbitration cases from last year in Daily Jus:
[These cases] show the French court’s desire to reinforce its reputation as a pro-arbitration, interventionist seat.
When coupled with France’s commitment to modernisation and reform of its arbitral environment (which is still unfolding), France’s position as one of the world’s most popular arbitral seats will be further solidified.
Read the full article in Daily Jus here.
