Legal Definitions - choice-of-exclusive-forum clause

A choice-of-exclusive-forum clause is a provision in a contract where the parties agree on the place or court where any disputes between them will be resolved. This is also known as a forum-selection clause.

For example, if two companies from different states in the US enter into a contract, they may include a choice-of-exclusive-forum clause that states any disputes will be resolved in a specific court in one of the states.

This clause helps to avoid forum-shopping, which is when a party tries to choose a jurisdiction or court that is more favorable to them. By agreeing on a specific forum in advance, both parties know where any disputes will be resolved, which can save time and money.