There seems to be no end in sight for investment opportunities in Brazil. Here in Miami, where my practice is based, I've seen an incredible amount of interest from investors wanting to get their hands on Brazilian Visas. There's a great post over at the Brazilian Law Blog that does a great job of going over the types of visas available for those looking to invest there. In … [Read more...]
International Technology Laws Apply to You too, Google.
I can't stress enough how important it is for technology companies operating overseas to be mindful of the dizzying array of compliance laws that apply. Some companies just don't seem to get it. I bring this up because the Washington Post is reporting that Google faces at least 10 lawsuits in the United Kingdom over violation of the UK’s stringent privacy protection … [Read more...]
How International Litigators Can Change the World. A Case Study.
One of the things I love most about being an international litigator is the opportunity to challenge the status quo and have a positive impact at the global level. Whether it’s representing victims against human rights abuse in the Middle East, bringing justice to swindled French investors, or helping to track down North African warlords, the work can be extremely … [Read more...]
Have a Legal Dispute in Asia? Singapore is the Place to Resolve it.
I'm a big advocate for doing business in Singapore. Year after year, it's ranked as the easiest country in the world to start a business. Singapore is also the third richest country in the world, ranking behind only Qatar and Luxembourg. A big part of Singapore’s success is rooted in its modern legal system. The legal system in Singapore has received global recognition for … [Read more...]
International Mergers & Acquisitions: A 17 Point Checklist for U.S. Acquisitions.
Over at the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation blog, there’s an excellent post for international companies that are looking to acquire a U.S. company. The post, Checklist for Successful Acquisitions in the U.S., does a great job of itemizing the most important point that must be considered when targeting a U.S. acquisitions. Among the … [Read more...]