Abstract

This article examines the exercise of litigants’ right to adversarial proceedings during the pre-trial stage of first- instance civil proceedings through an analysis of civil procedural law and judicial practice. It identifies limitations and shortcomings affecting the exercise of this right during the pre-trial stage. On that basis, the article proposes several measures to improve the relevant legal framework and enhance the effectiveness of litigants’ exercise of the right to adversarial proceedings, thereby contributing to better protection of their lawful rights and interests.

Keywords: Adversarial proceedings, civil procedure, litigants.