Expertise
ExpertiseInternational Child Abduction
Legal analysis of international child abduction cases under the 1980 Hague Convention, return proceedings and case-law review.
Scope of the Area
This area examines the application of the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, return procedures, exceptions to return and cooperation between central authorities. The Institute aims to publish case-law analysis and comparative studies in this field.
Key Working Topics
- Return procedure and time discipline
- Narrow interpretation of exceptions to return
- Hearing the child
- Cooperation between central authorities
Notice
This content has been prepared for general and academic information purposes. It does not constitute individual legal advice.