Cross-Border Contracts: Choosing Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
Why the governing-law clause is only half the question, and how the choice of court or arbitration affects enforcement.
Read the noteShort, readable guides to the questions that come up in business, employment, property, family and disputes — written for clients working in English.
Why the governing-law clause is only half the question, and how the choice of court or arbitration affects enforcement.
Read the noteDeadlock, information gaps and related-party dealings are common joint-venture disputes. The constitutional documents and the paper trail usually decide the available options.
Read the noteWhy registering before launch matters, how Chinese-language marks fit in, and what to do when a third party files first.
Read the noteChina is a party to the New York Convention. Enforcement still requires the right court, a complete document set and attention to time limits and public policy objections.
Read the noteThe practical sequence from demand letter to preservation and enforcement, and why early asset information matters.
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