This advanced course explores the doctrine of forum non conveniens (FNC) as a procedural and strategic tool for multinational litigation defense in U.S. and other common law jurisdictions. It equips legal professionals and corporate counsel with deep knowledge of how to challenge forum selection, shift litigation venues, and defend against improper dismissal motions. Special focus is given to managing multinational disputes, structuring internal policies to anticipate forum challenges, and coordinating cross-border counsel to preempt judicial inefficiency and legal overreach.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Analyze and apply forum non conveniens principles in transnational litigation.
2. Strategically assess when and how to invoke or oppose FNC motions.
3. Prepare factual and legal support for dismissal or retention based on FNC.
4. Evaluate implications for global risk mitigation, corporate structuring, and dispute planning.
5. Train internal teams on proactive measures to control litigation venues in cross-border transactions.
