Civil cases and disputes

When should interim measures be requested in a civil dispute?

Interim measures can preserve the practical value of a future judgment, but they are not an automatic part of every claim.

The risk to be managed

The request should identify a concrete risk, such as disposal of assets, withdrawal of funds or alteration of the subject matter of the dispute.

Connection with the claim

The measure should correspond to the nature and scope of the claim. A measure that is too broad or poorly reasoned may be ineffective or disproportionate.

Evidence

Abstract assumptions are rarely enough. Documents, conduct of the parties, changes in assets and other factual indicators should support the risk relied upon.

Strategic impact

Interim measures may affect negotiations and ongoing business, so both the legal basis and the wider procedural consequences should be assessed.

This article provides general information only and is not individual legal advice. The appropriate legal route depends on the facts and the law applicable at the relevant time.