Where representation by a lawyer is not compulsory, the summons shall contain, on pain of nullity, in addition to the particulars prescribed in articles 54 and 56, the surname, first names and address of the person with whom the claimant elects domicile in France when residing abroad.
Where applicable, the summons shall mention the claimant’s agreement to the proceedings being conducted without a hearing pursuant to the Article L. 212-5-1 of the Code of Judicial Organisation.
The document instituting proceedings also refers to the provisions of article 832 and mentions the conditions under which the defendant may be assisted or represented, as well as, if applicable, the name of the plaintiff’s representative.