Governing Law
/ˈɡʌvərnɪŋ lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The set of laws specified to govern the interpretation and enforcement of a contract or legal agreement.
The parties agreed that the governing law would be that of New York.
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- governing law
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Commentary
Governing law clauses are crucial in contracts to avoid uncertainty by clearly identifying which jurisdiction's laws apply, especially in cross-border transactions.
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