On 30 January 2019, the Committee of Ministers has adopted guidelines to facilitate the use of electronic evidence in court proceedings. These guidelines are the first such international instrument. Their primary purpose is to help the 47 member states adapt the operation of their judicial and other dispute-resolution mechanisms to address issues arising in relation to […]
Month: February 2019
“Bi-Annual Conference of the Wissenschaftliche Vereinigung für Internationales Verfahrensrecht e.V.” – Bucerius Law School, Hamburg – 13-16 March 2019
The bi-annual Conference of the Wissenschaftliche Vereinigung für Internationales Verfahrensrecht e.V. will take place at the Bucerius Law School in Hamburg from 13 to 16 March 2019. The scientific topics of the conference will be: The ELI/Unidroit Principles and Rules of Civil Procedure: A Pathway to a European Model Law? Litigation Funding Current Developments: The […]
New Regulations on Matrimonial Property and Property of Registered Partnerships: Commentary – from Conflict of Laws.net
From Conflict of Laws.net by THALIA KRUGER on FEBRUARY 23, 2019 The enactment of Regulations 2016/1103 and 2016/1104, implementing enhanced cooperation in the area of jurisdiction, applicable law and the recognition and enforcement of decisions in matters of matrimonial property regimes and of the property consequences of registered partnerships, represents a significant step forward in the development of a European […]
Protocol No. 16 to the European Convention on Human Rights ratified by Greece 26 February 2019
Following the signature of Protocol No. 16 to the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms on March 2, 2017, the Hellenic Republic has proceeded on 26 February 2019 to its ratification. More info
CEPEJ European Ethical Charter on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in judicial systems and their environment
The European Commission for the Efficiency of Justice (CEPEJ) of the Council of Europe has adopted the first European text setting out ethical principles relating to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in judicial systems. The Charter provides a framework of principles that can guide policy makers, legislators and justice professionals when they grapple with the rapid […]
Call for applications for the 10th edition of the Council of Europe Prize “Crystal Scales of Justice” for innovative practices contributing to the efficiency and quality of justice – deadline 31 March 2019
Created in 2005, the “Crystal Scales of Justice” Prize is a competition aimed at discovering and highlighting innovative and efficient practices concerning the functioning of justice, judicial procedures or the organisation of courts. These practices are conducted in European jurisdictions (for example, initiatives devised by a court president, a registry, a Bar). They are drawn […]
Published the HCCH Annual Report (2018) – Special Edition 125
The Annual Report 2018 published by the Hague Conference on Private International Law, in addition to recording all the achievements of the HCCH during 2018, contains also a Special Edition 125 to commit to history the commemorations marking the 125 of the Anniversary of the HCCH. The First Session of the HCCH was in fact […]
First hearing celebrated by the Netherlands Commercial Court – 18 February 2019
Six weeks after its establishment, the Netherlands Commercial Court (NCC) held its first hearing on 18 February in the case Elavon Financial Services DAC v. IPS Holding B.V. and others within summary proceedings. The application was filed on 11 February and the NCC set the hearing dates only one week later. The NCC is a specialized chamber of […]
ELI-UNIDROIT European Rules of Civil Procedure – Instrument expected in 2019
UNIDROIT and the European Law Institute (ELI) are working together towards the development of European Rules of Civil Procedure. Leading academics, practicing lawyers, judges, and members of European institutions are represented in the various committees. The instrument is expected to be finalised and adopted by the UNIDROIT Governing Council at its 98th session in 2019. […]
European Parliament and the Council reached a provisional agreement on the Commission’s proposal to establish a European Labour Authority (ELA) – 14 February 2019
On 14 February 2019, the European Parliament and the Council reached a provisional agreement on the Commission’s proposal to establish a European Labour Authority (ELA). Building a more social Europe and strengthening fairness in the Internal Market is a key priority for this Commission, as indicated in the Political Guidelines of July 2014. Several initiatives have […]
