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Obtaining US-based evidence using US Federal Statute 1782

Mehmet Baysan
16/12/2024
Fiona Campbell
 
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In the realm of cross-border litigation, obtaining evidence from foreign jurisdictions is often a complex and challenging endeavour. One potent mechanism to facilitate this process is 28 U.S.C. § 1782 ("Section 1782"), a U.S. statute that allows parties involved in foreign proceedings to request evidence from individuals or entities within the United States. This provision serves as a valuable tool for litigants seeking comprehensive Discovery to support their cases outside of the USA.

Obtaining Section 1782 relief has been explored by our dispute resolution lawyers, Mehmet Baysan and Fiona Campbell in their latest collaborative article. Mehmet and Fiona have explored its applications, benefits, and the strategic considerations essential for effectively leveraging this statute in international litigation.

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