Legal / Law Training Course on Conflict of Laws / Private International Law

Module 1: Introduction to Conflict of Laws / Private International Law
Overview:
Provides foundational knowledge of private international law and its role in cross-border disputes.
Key Topics:
Definition, scope, and objectives of conflict of laws
Sources of private international law (national laws, treaties, conventions)
Principles of jurisdiction, choice of law, and recognition of foreign judgments
Role of international conventions (Hague, UN, regional agreements)
Types of cross-border disputes covered
Key stakeholders and practical considerations
Practical Focus:
Case study: Analyze cross-border disputes and identify relevant conflict of law issues.

Module 2: Jurisdiction and Forum Selection
Overview:
Covers principles and strategies for determining jurisdiction in cross-border cases.
Key Topics:
Rules for establishing jurisdiction over foreign parties
Forum non conveniens and anti-suit injunctions
Jurisdictional challenges and objections
Strategic considerations in selecting forum
Impact of international treaties on jurisdiction
Comparative analysis of jurisdiction rules in different jurisdictions
Practical Focus:
Exercise: Determine appropriate forum for a sample international dispute.

Module 3: Choice of Law and Applicable Legal Systems
Overview:
Focuses on determining the applicable law for resolving international legal disputes.
Key Topics:
Principles for choice of law in contracts, torts, and property disputes
Mandatory rules, public policy exceptions, and renvoi
Contractual choice of law clauses and enforceability
Interaction between domestic law and international treaties
Resolving conflicts in multi-jurisdictional transactions
Case studies of choice of law challenges
Practical Focus:
Workshop: Draft contractual clauses addressing choice of law for cross-border agreements.

Module 4: Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments
Overview:
Covers legal mechanisms for enforcing foreign court judgments and arbitral awards.
Key Topics:
Principles and procedures for recognition and enforcement
Domestic legislation and international treaties
Defenses to enforcement and public policy exceptions
Enforcement of arbitral awards under the New York Convention
Practical challenges in cross-border enforcement
Case studies of enforcement in different jurisdictions
Practical Focus:
Exercise: Develop a strategy for enforcing a foreign judgment in a selected jurisdiction.

Module 5: Cross-Border Dispute Resolution and Risk Management
Overview:
Examines dispute resolution methods and strategic risk management in international cases.
Key Topics:
Litigation vs. international arbitration
Drafting effective dispute resolution clauses
Multi-jurisdictional coordination and strategic considerations
Managing legal and commercial risks in cross-border disputes
Ethical considerations and professional responsibilities
Lessons learned from international dispute cases
Practical Focus:
Capstone Project: Prepare a strategic advisory plan for managing a cross-border dispute, including jurisdiction, applicable law, and enforcement considerations