Ohio § 2307.39

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2307.39, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2307.39.

(A) Except as provided in division (C) of this section, any person may bring a civil

action in a court of this state against an individual, corporation, or other person

who is a resident of, incorporated under the laws of, or otherwise engaged in the

conduct of business in a foreign nation or a province, territory, or other political

subdivision of a foreign nation, against a foreign nation, or against a province,

territory, or other political subdivision of a foreign nation upon a cause of action

that arises out of or relates to a contingent or other contract, agreement, or undertaking,

whether or not it bears a reasonable relation to this state, if the contract, agreement,

or undertaking contains both of the following provisions: (1) An agreement by the parties to be governed in their rights and duties under the contract,

agreement, or undertaking, in whole or in part, by the law of this state; (2) An agreement by the parties to submit to the jurisdiction of the courts of this state. (B) The court shall not stay or dismiss a civil action brought in accordance with division

(A) of this section on the ground of inconvenient forum.  In the civil action, the court shall apply the law of this state as agreed upon

by the parties. (C) This section applies to a transaction covered by section 1301.301 of the Revised Code unless the transaction is subject to a limitation on choice of law specified in division

(B) of that section.  This section does not apply to a contract, agreement, or undertaking for labor or

personal services or for a consumer transaction, as defined by section 1345.01 of the Revised Code . (D) This section does not limit or deny, and shall not be construed as limiting or denying

the enforcement of a provision respecting choice of law or choice of forum in a contract,

agreement, or undertaking to which this section does not apply.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2307.39

What does Ohio Revised Code § 2307.39 cover?

Section 2307.39 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Ohio § 2307.39?

A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2307.39" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Ohio law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.

How does Ohio § 2307.39 apply to my situation?

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