Jurisdiction

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This subtopic considers the jurisdiction under Regulation (EU) 1215/2012 on jurisdiction and the recognition and enforcement of judgments in civil and commercial matters (recast) (Brussels I (recast)). The predecessors to Brussels I (recast) were Regulation (EC) 44/2001 and prior to that the Brussels Convention. The regulations and convention taken together are known collectively as the Brussels Regime. The Brussels Regime applies between EU Member States. Denmark participates through a separate agreement with the EU.

Brussels I was repealed in its entirety on 10 January 2015, subject to transitional provisions. However, given the passage of time jurisdictional issues are no longer determined under Brussels I. However, authorities determined under Brussels I may continue to be relevant when interpreting Brussels I (recast).

The European Commission has launched a public consultation and call for evidence on a possible revision of Brussels I (recast). It closes on 24 November 2026 with any legislative proposal provisionally planned for the fourth quarter of 2027. See Commission consults on revision of Brussels Ia Regulation—LNB News 01/09/2026 21.

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