In an article published in Option Finance, Anne-Jessica Faure, partner at the firm, and Tristan Herrera, associate, analyse the judgment issued by the Paris Judicial Court on 12 March 2026 regarding the French duty of vigilance law.
For the first time, the court characterised the French duty of vigilance law as a “mandatory overriding provision” (“loi de police”). By doing so, the court set aside Turkish law in favour of French law, thereby strengthening the extraterritorial reach of the duty of vigilance regime.
This decision significantly expands litigation risks for French multinational companies. Vigilance plans must now be designed as genuine global governance tools covering the group’s international activities and operations.
Risk mapping, integration of foreign subsidiaries, implementation of effective measures and proper documentation processes will require increased scrutiny from companies in identifying and preventing social, human rights and environmental risks.
This analysis highlights the major developments surrounding duty of vigilance litigation and the growing expectations placed on international corporate groups.
Read the full article in Option Finance.
