Legal Definitions - lex loci solutionis

LEX LOCI SOLUTIONIS

Lex loci solutionis is a Latin term that means "law of the place of solution." It refers to the law of the place where a contract is to be performed, especially by payment. It is often shortened to lex solutionis.

For example, if a contract is made in New York but the payment is to be made in California, the lex loci solutionis would be the law of California because that is where the payment is being made.

Another example would be if a contract is made in France but the payment is to be made in Japan, the lex loci solutionis would be the law of Japan because that is where the payment is being made.

Lex loci solutionis is important because it determines which law will govern the payment of a contract. It ensures that the parties involved in the contract are aware of the laws that will apply to the payment and can plan accordingly. The examples illustrate how the lex loci solutionis can vary depending on where the payment is being made, even if the contract was made in a different location.