International Law

International law, also referred to as public international law or the law of nations, consists of rules, norms, and standards that are widely acknowledged as binding among states. It sets forth guidelines for states in various areas, such as warfare, diplomacy, trade relations, and human rights. Unlike domestic legal systems that are state-based, international law primarily applies to states rather than individuals, and its enforcement relies heavily on consent due to the absence of a universally recognized authority to enforce it on sovereign states. While states have the option to disregard international law or violate treaties, such breaches, especially of peremptory norms, can lead to condemnation by others and potentially result in coercive measures ranging from diplomatic and economic sanctions to military intervention.

Considering these perspectives, international law can be seen as the clash between national and international legal frameworks, or as the conflict between domestic regulations and regulations established as intermediary rules between multiple countries and their citizens.

How these conflicting or intermediary rules will impact you or your family member in situations like facing criminal charges, engaging in civil lawsuits, or seeking asset recovery in Eastern Europe, former Soviet states, Turkey, or the Middle East remains a crucial question. Will these scenarios fall under international law or within an international rules framework? Furthermore, how can foreign judgments be enforced in Illinois or other jurisdictions in the United States? Understanding the implications of the Uniform Foreign-Country Money Judgments Recognition Act is essential in comprehending how it may influence your particular case. Our legal team is prepared to provide clarity on these matters and offer guidance on navigating through the complexities of international law.