New Swiss Codification of Private International Law


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Forum Internationale, a foundation under Dutch law, invites speakers from abroad for their seminars. The topics on which the speakers are invited to lecture extend over commercial law in its widest sense and commercial arbitration. When inviting speakers from outside the Netherlands, the Board of the Foundation looks for current and innovative subjects.




Switzerland's Private International Law


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Although Switzerland's geographical situation places it in the very center of the European community, it stands alone as a neutral nation with separate legislation and policies, which are not governed from Brussels. With respect to its neutrality and the critical importance of its centralized location, it is imperative to those involved in European and international law to acquire a solid understanding of the laws which govern this land of majestic mountains and internationally renowned fame, in contributing towards the effort to expedite solutions to various international arbitration have therefore been translated and included. This revised edition of Switzerland's Private International Law offers legal professionals an insight into current Swiss legislation regarding all phases of private law. In addition to arbitration law this publication addresses topics such as Intellectual Property, Bankruptcy and Composition, Obligations, Companies, Marriage, Parent-Child Relationships, Guardianship and other Protective Measures, Inheritance Law, Real Rights, Final Provisions and Lugano Convention with Annotations




Private International Law


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The export industry is of great importance to Switzerland. The country has a long-standing tradition of international transactions and business relations. Against this background, private international law plays a major role in Switzerland. Although private international law applies within an international context, it is predominantly national (civil) law. This book provides a practical introduction to Swiss private international law and an overview of the relevant rules governing the international jurisdiction, the applicable law, and the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgements in Switzerland. (Series: Swiss Law in a Nutshell)













Introduction to Swiss Law


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Yearbook of Private International Law


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The Yearbook of Private International Law series, an annual publication now published by Sellier. European Law Publishers in cooperation with the Swiss Institute of Comparative Law, provides analysis and information on private international law (PIL) developments world-wide. This sixth volume looks rather "Euro-centric", due to the impressive and continuous rhythm at which the creation of a European system of PIL is progressing at the European Community level. Contributions include discussion of the proposal for a Rome II regulation on conflict of laws in torts, as well as an analysis of the Avello decision, which could create a new framework for the development of PIL in Europe. Additional articles focus on the national conflict systems of some European states. An important comparative study discusses the treatment of foreign tax laws and judgments in four major European countriesâ??United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Italy. The actual and controversial issue of registered partnership is discussed from the perspective of Spanish law. Additionally, an English translation of the latest national PIL codificationâ??the recent Belgian Codeâ??is included.




Yearbook of Private International Law


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The Yearbook of Private International Law is published by Sellier. ELP in cooperation with the Swiss Institute of Comparative Law. This annual publication provides analysis and information on private international law developments world-wide. The editors commission articles of enduring importance concerning the most significant trends in the field. The Yearbook also devotes attention to the important work and research carried out in the context of the Hague Conference, the Hague Academy, the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), and the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT). The authority of the editors and the lasting nature of the works included make the Yearbook an integral addition to the libraries of international law scholars and practitioners. Volume VII includes various topics, such as: Hague Convention of 30 June 2005 on Choice of Court Agreements -- General Problems of Private International Law in Modern Codifications-De Lege Lata and De Lege Europea Ferenda -- Maintenance in Private International Law in the United States -- What's New In Latin American Private International Law? -- International Subcontracting in EC Private International Law -- Recognition of Foreign Insolvency Proceedings -- National Reports from South Africa, Ukraine, Brazil, and Italy -- Case Law, Texts, Materials, and Recent Developments