Foreign Judgment Enforcement

/ˈfɔrɪn ˈdʒʌdʒmənt ɪnˈfɔrsmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The legal process through which a court judgment rendered in one jurisdiction is recognized and made enforceable in another jurisdiction.
    The company sought foreign judgment enforcement to collect damages awarded by a U.S. court in its overseas branch.

Forms

  • foreign judgment enforcement

Commentary

Foreign judgment enforcement procedures and requirements vary by jurisdiction, often involving principles of comity and reciprocity; practitioners should carefully assess applicable bilateral treaties and local laws.

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.

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