International Private Law
Definitions
- (n.) A branch of law that governs conflicts of laws and jurisdiction in cross-border private disputes, determining which legal system and laws apply.
International private law resolves which country's law governs the contract between the two parties from different nations.
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- international private law
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Commentary
Often used interchangeably with "private international law," it is crucial to distinguish it from public international law; drafting should clarify the applicable legal system and dispute resolution mechanisms.
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