Choice of Law
/ˈtʃɔɪs əv lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal doctrine or process by which a court or parties determine which jurisdiction's laws apply to a dispute involving multiple jurisdictions.
The contract included a choice of law clause specifying that New York law governed any disputes.
- (n.) A clause within a contract that designates the applicable jurisdiction's law to govern the interpretation and enforcement of the contract.
The choice of law provision prevented the parties from litigating under their respective home state laws.
Forms
- choice of laws
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Commentary
Choice of law determinations are critical in multi-jurisdictional cases and often depend on statutory rules, contractual provisions, or case law.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.