In international conflicts, it is crucial to clarify in advance which court has jurisdiction in the event of a dispute. Without a clear and legally effective jurisdiction clause, there is a risk of having to turn to a foreign court with different rules of procedure, higher procedural costs, and additional linguistic and cultural barriers. This can make litigation considerably more difficult and expensive. Our lawyers specializing in international commercial and trade law, as well as litigation law, can support you in formulating suitable jurisdiction clauses. They can also help you determine the most favorable national courts for your interests, whether in France, Germany, or a third country. They work closely with our foreign colleagues from our a-Global partner network.

When entering into a contract with a foreign business partner, it is crucial to specify which law should apply in the event of a dispute. This avoids legal uncertainty from the outset. Without an explicit choice of law, applicable law is determined according to objective criteria based on international conflict of laws rules. For example, it is determined according to the EU Regulation “Rome I” on contractual obligations. This can lead to unpleasant and unexpected results. Our lawyers specializing in international, commercial and trade law can help you select a suitable legal system to legally secure your contracts and prevent potential disputes, whether in France, Germany, or another country. In close coordination with our foreign colleagues from our a-Global partner network, we ensure that every contract contains a clear and effective choice of law clause, thus avoiding the unexpected application of foreign law.

The most effective way to avoid disputes in international trade starts with negotiating and drafting contracts. Contracts should meet the strategic objectives of your business operations and ensure maximum legal certainty. This includes proactively addressing all possible situations that may arise during contract execution, clearly defining the obligations of both parties, and including essential clauses for international trade, such as hardship and force majeure clauses, as well as provisions for alternative dispute resolution, such as international arbitration or mediation.
It is better to prevent conflicts than to engage in unpredictable legal proceedings before a foreign court. Our lawyers specializing in international contract law work closely with our foreign colleagues from our a-Global partner network to develop and draft legally sound and technically coherent contracts that best secure your international transactions in France, Germany, and third countries.