Lex Loci Contractus

/lɛks ˈloʊsaɪ kənˈtræktəs/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The law of the place where a contract is made, which governs the contract's formation and validity.
    The court applied the lex loci contractus to determine whether the contract was enforceable.

Forms

  • lex loci contractus

Commentary

Lex loci contractus is crucial in conflict of laws to resolve issues related to contract formation and validity, emphasizing geographic legal principles.

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