In a decree dated 13 January 2011, France enacted a reform of its already arbitration friendly law of domestic and international arbitration. The reforms - described in more detail in earlier Herbert Smith posts (available here in both French and English) - confirm and strengthen the long-standing French pro-arbitration policy. The changes ensure that the French arbitration law remains one of the most modern, keeping in step with changes in arbitration since the previous law was introduced, and maintain France's status as a preferred venue for international arbitration.
Key contacts
Simon Chapman KC
Managing Partner, Disputes, Asia and Australia, Hong Kong
Andrew Cannon
Partner, Head of International Arbitration, London and Paris
Dr Patricia Nacimiento
Partner, Germany
Kathryn Sanger
Partner, Head of Disputes, China and Japan and Head of Private Capital, Asia, Hong Kong
Thierry Tomasi
Partner, Paris
Christian Leathley
Partner, Head of International Arbitration, US, London and New York
Craig Tevendale
Partner, Head of Energy Sector, London
Gitta Satryani
Managing Partner, Singapore Office, Singapore
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