Memorandum of Understanding governed by the law of Italy
DealDocs sets the laws of Italy as the governing law when you choose Italy. The forum clause reads: “The Court of Milan (Tribunale di Milano) shall have exclusive jurisdiction in respect of any dispute arising out of or in connection with this document.”
Governing law
the laws of Italy
Legal system
Civil law, a civil law system, where rules are drawn primarily from codified statutes rather than from a body of judicial precedent.
Conventional arbitration seat
Milan, Italy
Naming a party formed here
DealDocs' guided interview references the Republic of Italy when you enter a party formed in Italy.
What's different about an MOU in Italy
Civil Code article 1337 imposes a mandatory good faith duty in negotiations that cannot be contracted out of; unjustified withdrawal after inducing reasonable reliance on an MOU can trigger reliance damages, which is why the Non-Binding Nature clause matters but doesn't eliminate this underlying statutory duty.
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Frequently asked questions
Can withdrawing from MOU negotiations create liability in Italy?
Yes. Civil Code article 1337's mandatory good faith duty can trigger reliance damages for unjustified withdrawal after inducing reasonable reliance.
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