Source: https://wlt.lt/en/services/international-law-proceedings.html Language: en 08 · Competence area # International law and proceedings Where parties, assets, documents or family relationships are connected with several countries, the matter should be planned as one cross-border strategy. Wise Law [← All competence areas](https://wlt.lt/en/#services) ## Jurisdiction, applicable law, coordination of authorities and enforcement We advise and represent clients in cross-border civil and commercial proceedings, European order for payment procedures and recognition and enforcement of foreign decisions. We also assist with intercountry adoption and other cross-border family-law procedures by assessing the legal route, documents, foreign requirements and coordination needs. 01 ### European order for payment Cross-border monetary claims in civil and commercial matters, jurisdiction, preparation of the application and enforcement prospects. 02 ### International commercial disputes Jurisdiction, applicable law, service of documents, obtaining evidence and coordination with foreign counsel. 03 ### Recognition and enforcement of foreign decisions Recognition and enforcement in Lithuania or abroad of judgments, enforceable instruments and other foreign acts. 04 ### Intercountry adoption Cooperation between central authorities, preparation and transmission of documents, court proceedings, foreign requirements and protection of the child’s interests. ## How we work 01 **Cross-border map** We identify the relevant countries, authorities, jurisdiction, applicable law and route for documents. 02 **Procedural and documentary coordination** We prepare submissions, translations, evidence and the plan for cooperation with foreign professionals. 03 **Recognition, enforcement and practical result** We assess how a judgment or document will operate in another country and what additional steps are required. Insights ## Articles on this area International law and proceedings ### European order for payment: when can the procedure be useful? The European order for payment procedure is intended for cross-border monetary claims in civil and commercial matters where the claim is not contested. [Read](https://wlt.lt/en/insights/european-order-for-payment.html) International law and proceedings ### International commercial dispute: jurisdiction, applicable law and enforcement An international commercial dispute requires a combined assessment of jurisdiction, applicable law, evidence and enforcement of the future decision. [Read](https://wlt.lt/en/insights/international-commercial-dispute.html) International law and proceedings ### Intercountry adoption: why coordination of authorities and documents matters Intercountry adoption involves cooperation between central authorities, assessment of documents, court procedures and protection of the child’s best interests. [Read](https://wlt.lt/en/insights/intercountry-adoption.html) DUK / FAQ ## Frequently asked questions ### When can the European order for payment procedure be used? It is intended for cross-border monetary claims in civil and commercial matters where the claim is not contested. Suitability must be assessed in the individual case. ### How is the competent court determined? It depends on agreements between the parties, domicile, place of performance and applicable national, EU or international rules. ### Can a foreign judgment be enforced in Lithuania? Often yes, but the exact route depends on the country of origin and the applicable EU instruments or international treaties. ### What is the lawyer’s role in intercountry adoption? A lawyer may help explain the procedure, prepare and assess documents, coordinate foreign requirements and represent the client in legal proceedings, but does not replace the assessment carried out by central and competent authorities. Principal contacts: [Edenas Leleiva](https://wlt.lt/en/team/edenas-leleiva.html). Information on this website is general and does not replace an individual assessment of a specific matter. [Discuss your matter](https://wlt.lt/en/#contact) Continue ## Related competence areas [Related competence areas **Arbitration**](https://wlt.lt/en/services/arbitration.html) [Related competence areas **Civil cases and disputes**](https://wlt.lt/en/services/civil-commercial-disputes.html) --- [About us](https://wlt.lt/en/about.html) · [Contact](https://wlt.lt/en/#contact) · [Legal information](https://wlt.lt/en/legal-information.html) · [Privacy](https://wlt.lt/en/privacy.html)