Execution of contracts—jurisdictional guide

Produced in partnership with Diego Krischcautzky of Marval, O'Farrell & Mairal.
Practice notes

Execution of contracts—jurisdictional guide

Produced in partnership with Diego Krischcautzky of Marval, O'Farrell & Mairal.

Practice notes
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This guide sets out the requirements for executing simple Contracts in various international Jurisdictions. The table provides a quick-reference summary of the Execution formalities for companies, individuals and partnerships in different countries. More detailed guidance on each overseas jurisdiction covered by the table is set out in the sections below.

For information on the execution of deeds in various jurisdictions, see Practice Note: Execution of deeds—jurisdictional guide.

For information on electronic signatures in various jurisdictions, see Practice Note: E-signatures—jurisdictional guide.

For information on the formation of contracts in various jurisdictions, see Practice Note: Contract formation—jurisdictional guide.

For information on the execution of documents under Scots law, see: ·¡³æ±ð³¦³Ü³Ù¾±´Ç²Ôâ€ÖÀ³¦´Ç³Ù±ô²¹²Ô»å—overview.

Please note that this is intended as an introductory guide only and local advice from appropriate legal professionals in the relevant country should be sought where appropriate.

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Jurisdiction(s):
United Kingdom and Ireland
Key definition:
Execution definition
What does Execution mean?

Execution, in the context of contracts, is the means by which a party enters into a contract or deed by sealing or signing it, and by doing so gives it effect in law. It can be done in some cases by electronic means.

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