ABSTRACT: The new decree that modifies the terms of the French Code of Civil Procedure regarding arbitration law was published in January 2011 and came into force in May 2011, representing significant changes to arbitration provisions. This article explains the new modifications in the main provisions that will affect the stages of arbitral proceedings, the drafting of the arbitration convention, the Arbitral Tribunal, and the execution of the award. The present article introduces as well the notion of the "juge d'appui", which in France is the President of the higher Court, and has the role of a supporting judge.
Revista Brasileira de Arbitragem