Memorandum of Understanding governed by the law of Hong Kong
DealDocs sets the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region as the governing law when you choose Hong Kong. The forum clause reads: “The Parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in respect of any dispute arising out of or in connection with this document.”
Governing law
the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Legal system
Common law, a common law system, where statutes sit alongside a substantial body of judicial precedent that shapes how contract terms are actually read.
Conventional arbitration seat
Hong Kong
Naming a party formed here
DealDocs' guided interview references the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region when you enter a party formed in Hong Kong.
What's different about an MOU in Hong Kong
The "subject to contract" convention is respected by Hong Kong courts much as it is in England, so a clearly labeled Non-Binding Nature clause in an MOU is likely to be given effect as written. Hong Kong is also the conventional seat for deals connected to Mainland China, since HKIAC arbitral awards benefit from interim-measures and enforcement arrangements with Mainland courts that other seats don't have.
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The guided interview asks for the governing law up front, so the right jurisdiction-specific clauses are included automatically. Preview the full plain English guide and completeness check for free before you unlock the document.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Hong Kong commonly used for Mainland China-related MOUs?
HKIAC arbitral awards benefit from interim-measures and enforcement arrangements with Mainland Chinese courts that aren't available through other arbitration seats.
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