HCCH Update: Evidence Convention - New Guide on Use of Video-Link

International OrganizationsJudicial Assistance

Apr 21

On April 16, 2020, the Hague Conference on Private International Law published its newest Guide to Good Practice under the Evidence Convention. This publication looks at the development of video-links in taking evidence overseas using the Evidence Convention. It outlines good practices and has references to material from Contracting Parties.

The Evidence Convention provides a mechanism to obtain evidence overseas between treaty partners in contemplation of judicial proceedings. You can find more information on the Evidence Convention on the HCCH's website by clicking here.

Melissa Kucinski

Melissa Kucinski works with family lawyers to strategically resolve their clients’ complex international cases. A fellow of the AAML, the IAFL, and chair of international family law committees in the American Bar and New York State Bar Associations, Melissa is a respected colleague to have on any legal team. A former consultant for the Hague Conference on Private International Law, member of the Uniform Law Commission’s Joint Editorial Board on Uniform Family Laws, and member of the U.S. Secretary of State’s Advisory Committee on Private International Law, Melissa maintains a robust network to help her clients in international disputes.

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