Digitalisation of the European Small Claims Procedure through Blockchain

The study explores blockchain's potential in transforming the European Small Claims Procedure (ESCP), proposing its integration into the ESCP paradigm for cross-border disputes under €5,000. It reviews the legal digitalisation and blockchain literature, noting its gradual adoption in public adm...

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Main Authors: Marco Giacalone, Gioia Arnone
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Language:English
Published: Marcial Pons 2025-05-01
Series:Revista Ítalo-Española de Derecho Procesal
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Online Access:https://revistasmarcialpons.es/rivitsproc/article/view/2916
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description The study explores blockchain's potential in transforming the European Small Claims Procedure (ESCP), proposing its integration into the ESCP paradigm for cross-border disputes under €5,000. It reviews the legal digitalisation and blockchain literature, noting its gradual adoption in public administration. Using a mixed-method approach, quantitative analysis found no significant impact on ESCP turnaround times or stakeholder satisfaction, while qualitative data highlighted benefits in transparency and effectiveness. However, challenges in technical integration, scalability, and legal frameworks remain. The paper concludes cautiously optimistic, emphasising ongoing research and collaboration between IT and legal professionals.
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spelling doaj-art-8468fde4dc914034b04cb5fd4176606e2025-08-20T02:39:58ZengMarcial PonsRevista Ítalo-Española de Derecho Procesal2605-52442025-05-0110.37417/rivitsproc/2916Digitalisation of the European Small Claims Procedure through BlockchainMarco Giacalone0Gioia Arnone1Vrije Universiteit BrusselVrije Universiteit BrusselThe study explores blockchain's potential in transforming the European Small Claims Procedure (ESCP), proposing its integration into the ESCP paradigm for cross-border disputes under €5,000. It reviews the legal digitalisation and blockchain literature, noting its gradual adoption in public administration. Using a mixed-method approach, quantitative analysis found no significant impact on ESCP turnaround times or stakeholder satisfaction, while qualitative data highlighted benefits in transparency and effectiveness. However, challenges in technical integration, scalability, and legal frameworks remain. The paper concludes cautiously optimistic, emphasising ongoing research and collaboration between IT and legal professionals. https://revistasmarcialpons.es/rivitsproc/article/view/2916Blockchain TechnologyEuropean Small Claims ProcedureLegal DigitizationSmart ContractsCross-border DisputesDigitalisation
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Digitalisation of the European Small Claims Procedure through Blockchain
Revista Ítalo-Española de Derecho Procesal
Blockchain Technology
European Small Claims Procedure
Legal Digitization
Smart Contracts
Cross-border Disputes
Digitalisation
title Digitalisation of the European Small Claims Procedure through Blockchain
title_full Digitalisation of the European Small Claims Procedure through Blockchain
title_fullStr Digitalisation of the European Small Claims Procedure through Blockchain
title_full_unstemmed Digitalisation of the European Small Claims Procedure through Blockchain
title_short Digitalisation of the European Small Claims Procedure through Blockchain
title_sort digitalisation of the european small claims procedure through blockchain
topic Blockchain Technology
European Small Claims Procedure
Legal Digitization
Smart Contracts
Cross-border Disputes
Digitalisation
url https://revistasmarcialpons.es/rivitsproc/article/view/2916
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