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Transatlantic litigation: investigation and enforcement
Posted: 25/03/2025
As financial crime continues to cross global borders (via cryptocurrencies, for example), the importance of cooperation between national law enforcement agencies increases. This is especially true for UK and US agencies. This article outlines the roles and key powers of law enforcement in both countries and explores the impact of the recent......>>
Transatlantic litigation: service of US proceedings in the UK under the Hague Convention
Posted: 13/02/2025
In today’s global economic landscape, more and more US corporations are conducting business in foreign jurisdictions, and entering into contractual relationships with individuals and entities based abroad. Much of that business is conducted in the UK. In 2023, the US was the UK’s largest import and export partner for services and was......>>
Enforcing US judgments: when it doesn’t pay to multiply your award (Motorola v Hytera)
Posted: 28/01/2025
Claimants (plaintiffs) in US litigation are generally delighted when they are awarded multiple damages as additional or punitive compensation for the civil wrong they have suffered. However, trying to enforce a US judgment for multiple damages in the UK can lead to disastrous consequences, as a recent High Court judgment shows.
When will the English courts refuse enforcement of a foreign judgment?
Posted: 09/12/2024
The English courts generally enforce foreign judgments and only refuse to exercise their power to do so in exceptional circumstances. This article looks at two such circumstances and the approach adopted by the courts to enforcement in recent case law. Foreign judgments can be enforced by the English courts in several ways, depending on the......>>
Navigating international disputes: recognition and enforcement of Pakistani judgments and arbitral awards in England
Posted: 21/11/2024
Enforcing foreign judgments and arbitral awards is a complex yet crucial part of multi-jurisdictional dispute work. This article looks at the legal process for enforcing Pakistani court judgments within the jurisdiction of England and Wales to aid Pakistani lawyers advising their clients and businesses. It is a high-level checklist guide to assist in......>>

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