Governing Law; Modification Clause Samples

The "Governing Law; Modification" clause establishes which jurisdiction's laws will be used to interpret and enforce the agreement, and sets the requirements for making changes to the contract. Typically, it specifies a particular state or country's laws that will apply, regardless of where the parties are located, and states that any amendments to the agreement must be made in writing and signed by all parties. This clause ensures legal certainty by clarifying which legal rules govern the contract and prevents informal or unauthorized changes, thereby reducing the risk of disputes over interpretation or modification.
Governing Law; Modification. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Delaware without regard to the conflict of law principles. The Agreement may not be modified except in writing signed by both parties.
Governing Law; Modification. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state of New York without regard to the conflict of law principles. The Agreement may not be modified except in writing signed by both parties.
Governing Law; Modification. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Maryland without regard to the conflict of law principles. The Agreement may not be modified except in writing signed by both parties.
Governing Law; Modification. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California without regard to the conflict of law principles. The Agreement may not be modified except in writing signed by both parties.
Governing Law; Modification. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas without regard to the conflict of law principles. The Agreement may not be modified except in writing signed by both parties.
Governing Law; Modification. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Georgia without regard to the conflict of law principles. The Agreement may not be modified except in writing signed by both parties.
Governing Law; Modification. To the extent not otherwise governed by the Code or other laws of the United States, this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Delaware and construed in accordance therewith without regard to its conflict of law principles. Subject to Section 18 of the Plan, no amendment to this Award shall be made that would adversely affect the rights of the Participant without the Participant’s written consent.
Governing Law; Modification. This Agreement shall be governed by, construed and enforced in accordance with the internal laws of the State of Arizona, without giving effect to conflict of laws principles. This Agreement may not be changed orally, but only by an agreement in writing and signed by the party against whom enforcement of any waiver, modification or discharge is sought.
Governing Law; Modification. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Nevada without regard to the conflict of law principles. The Agreement may not be modified except in writing signed by both parties.
Governing Law; Modification. The validity, construction, interpretation and effect of this Agreement shall exclusively be governed by, and determined in accordance with, the laws of the Cayman Islands.