Common Law Jurisdiction: How to Pursue Foreign Parties in the English Courts

When a dispute crosses borders, strategy becomes critical. The English courts remain one of the leading forums for resolving international disputes, but effective proceedings require a clear understanding of jurisdictional principles and procedural tools.

During the seminar, we will examine the mechanisms that make cross-border litigation possible in practice:

• The doctrine of domicile Establishing a sufficient jurisdictional link with the defendant.
• Extension of English jurisdiction to foreign defendantsLegal grounds and procedural requirements for bringing claims against non-residents.
• Service of process out of the jurisdiction Practical aspects and challenges of international service.
• Asset searches and intelligence gathering Strategic approaches to identifying assets and building evidential foundations.
• Equivalent principles in other common law jurisdictions AIFC, DIFC and Cyprus - a comparative perspective.