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Beyond the model law: the case for a Commonwealth-wide adoption of the Hague Judgments Convention

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Journal of Private International Law, Volume: 21, Issue: 3, Pages: 509 - 549

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The 2019 Hague Judgments Convention (Judgments Convention) marks a pivotal development in private international law, offering a uniform framework for cross-border enforcement that enhances predictability and reduces legal fragmentation. By promoting legal certainty, it supports international trade a...

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ISSN: 1744-1048 1757-8418
Published: Informa UK Limited 2025
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