Definition: [ˈpraɪvət ˌɪntərˈnæʃnəl lɔː] is an integrated legal system that unites the norms of domestic legislation, international treaties, or customs, regulating property and personal non-property relations complicated by a foreign element. On the one hand, it brings its closer to civil law. On the other hand, it has a lot of common components with public acts. The scope of private international law involves civil and legal capacity of foreign individuals or legal entities, property relations, financial and credit contracts, as well as the use of intellectual work results, transportation of goods, and distribution of inheritance.
Private International Law In a Sentence:
- The couple decided to deal with the matter by contacting a specialist in private international law.
- If a foreigner is involved here, the court will turn to the points of private international law.
Synonyms and related words: special law, private transnational law, private cross-border law
