Recognition of Foreign Judgments in the United States (VIDEO)
A recent federal court decision underscores a critical point for parties seeking to enforce foreign judgments in the U.S.: recognition of a foreign judgment does not require personal jurisdiction over the defendant....more
The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals recently rejected challenges to a district court’s decision to confirm a Hong Kong arbitration award, including arguments that confirming the award violated public policy and international...more
The Supreme Court’s January 27, 2025 decision denying the Republic of Argentina’s petition for a writ of certiorari in Argentina v. Attestor Master Value leaves unresolved a split between the federal circuit courts over what...more
In a recent decision dated 15 August 2024, the Dubai Court of Cassation (Court of Cassation) in Case No. 339 of 2023 (Civil) confirmed that a judgment from a foreign court may be enforced in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)...more
In a recent decision dated 4 June 2024, the Dubai Court of Cassation (Court of Cassation) in Case No. 392 of 2024 held that a summary judgment issued by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Canada, recognizing a restitution...more
Background - In Dubai, there has been scope for jurisdictional conflicts to arise between the common law, English language Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts, and the ‘onshore’ Dubai Courts, which are Arabic...more
With ongoing advances in technology and communications, the number of contracting parties looking beyond their local jurisdiction when choosing a dispute resolution forum continues to grow It is easier than ever for...more
The March 23, 2015 Memorandum of Guidance issued jointly by the Dubai International Financial Centre Courts (DIFC Courts) and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY Court) follows the same pattern...more