Cross-Border Litigation

Find leading Cross-Border Litigation lawyers and law firms in Ontario

What is Cross-Border Litigation?

Cross border litigation in Canada refers to legal disputes that involve parties from different countries. These disputes can arise in a variety of contexts, including commercial transactions, employment relationships, and personal injury claims.

One of the key challenges in cross border litigation is determining which court has jurisdiction over the dispute. Canadian courts will generally have jurisdiction if the dispute has a sufficient connection to Canada, such as if one of the parties is located in Canada or if the dispute arose from a transaction that took place in Canada.

Another important consideration is whether the parties are bound by an agreement that specifies which country's laws will govern the dispute and which country's courts will have jurisdiction. If such an agreement exists, the parties will generally be required to adhere to its terms.

Cross border litigation can be complex, and it's important for parties to seek legal advice from lawyers with experience in this area. A skilled lawyer can help parties navigate the jurisdictional and procedural issues that often arise in cross border disputes and work to achieve a favorable outcome.

Cross-Border Litigation lawyers and law firms in Ontario

Featured Law Firms

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BT Legal
City: Toronto
Practice Areas: Civil Law, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Employment Law, Family Law, Intellectual Property, Personal Injury, Real Estate Law, Wills & Estates

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BE Defended
City: Toronto
Practice Areas: Civil Law, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Law
Bisceglia & Associates
City: Concord
Practice Areas: Civil Law, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law
Nauth LPC
City: Toronto
Practice Areas: Corporate Law