Non-Disclosure Agreement governed by the law of England and Wales
DealDocs sets the laws of England and Wales as the governing law when you choose England and Wales. The forum clause reads: “The Parties irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of England and Wales in respect of any dispute arising out of or in connection with this document.”
Governing law
the laws of England and Wales
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
London, England
Naming a party formed here
DealDocs' guided interview references England and Wales when you enter a party formed in England and Wales.
What's different about an NDA in England and Wales
Consideration is required for an NDA to be enforceable as a simple contract under English law; where no real consideration exists, the document is executed as a deed instead, which is the conventional workaround.
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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
Does an NDA need consideration in England?
Yes, or it needs to be executed as a deed instead where no real consideration exists.
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