The Doctrine of Forum Non Conveniens

The Doctrine of Forum Non Conveniens is a legal principle that allows a court to dismiss a case if it believes another court, often in a different location, would be a more suitable venue for resolving the dispute. This is typically considered when factors like the convenience for the parties, the location of evidence, and the interests of justice suggest that a different jurisdiction would handle the case more effectively. Essentially, it acknowledges that sometimes, despite having jurisdiction, it is better for the case to proceed elsewhere.