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News covering litigation and arbitration on cross-border contracts and deals. Also trade issues such as NAFTA and bilateral agreements that affect the legal practices of global firms. Also includes regulatory changes (like GDPR and Brexit) that will change the legal climate.
By Charlotte Johnstone | February 26, 2024
One of Ukraine's leading lawyers speaks about the realities of daily life as a lawyer in Kyiv.
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By Alfred Olufemi | February 8, 2024
"I know that this is going to be a tough job and an ultimate test of my personal judicial independence and courage," Justice Julia Sebutinde said in 2012 when she was appointed the first African woman on the International Court of Justice.
5 minute read
By Linda A. Thompson | January 24, 2024
The high-profile case before the International Court of Justice accusing Israel of genocide demonstrates both the promise and limitations of international law, experts say.
7 minute read
By Habiba Cullen-Jafar | January 23, 2024
The veteran partner previously headed up a number of trade practices across London.
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By Anne Bagamery | January 22, 2024
The procedural ruling, concerning the French cement company Lafarge in Syria, clarifies the legal basis for investigating such actions.
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By Anne Bagamery | January 11, 2024
Emma Lindsay, an arbitration partner who also led the firm's global pro bono practice, will head up the Clooney Foundation's programs that work for justice for human rights victims.
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By Amichai Cohen | January 9, 2024
There is no certainty that Hamas terrorists will face trial for the crimes of October 7. But if they do, Israeli courts will face a number of issues. Would the international criminal court system be a better venue?
7 minute read
By Amy Guthrie | December 14, 2023
Arbitrators must decide whether treasure hunters have rights to a potential bounty of gold, silver and gems from a Spanish galleon that sank off the coast of Cartagena more than three centuries ago.
3 minute read
By Lawrence W. Newman and David Zaslowsky | December 13, 2023
International arbitrations often involve large amounts of money concerning, on occasion, indications of illegality, including criminal activity. What arbitrators can and should do when they have some awareness of such illegal activity has recently become the subject of commentaries and analyses.
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By Amichai Cohen, Barnea Jaffa Lande | December 5, 2023
The current conflict between Israel and Hamas raises a host of legal questions about the application of the Law of Armed Conflict. For lawyers to engage seriously in the debate, it is important to state the law clearly and precisely, argues Prof. Amichai Cohen, an Israeli expert.
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By Dan Roe | March 15, 2024
Diversified practice areas and geographies continue to prove fruitful for the global law firm.
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By William O'Brien, Katia Finkel, Levon Golendukhin and Romy Descours-Karmitz | March 15, 2024
Enforcement of arbitral awards against sovereigns is in the spotlight. Whether dealing with investment treaty or commercial arbitration awards, the key question for award-creditors against state or state-owned enterprise (SOE) respondents around the world is: will we be able to enforce the decision?
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By Dylan Pond | March 14, 2024
Besides practicing workers' compensation law and serving as my law firm's chief revenue officer, I am a geography nerd who has been fortunate to have traveled extensively throughout my life. I've traveled to 46 U.S. states, but my travels to 100 countries have profoundly affected how I view this country's legal system.
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By Peter Brown | March 11, 2024
In his Technology Law column, Peter Brown discusses the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation and highlights how a hidden obligation under Article 27 is the requirement that non-EU businesses designate in writing a representative located in an EU country.
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By Krishnan Nair | February 25, 2024
Swiss verein law firms, made up of multiple distinct legal entities, like to portray themselves as one unified firm—but when they're against the wall, do they shape-shift to their advantage?
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By Stéphanie Faber and Charles Helleputte | February 20, 2024
The French regulation has been enacted in the context of the French government decision to fight against the resurgence of cyberattacks, together with ransom demands, which have a significant impact on the economy.
8 minute read
By Tiffany Comprés | February 20, 2024
Is AI-driven international arbitration appropriate under international law, and if not, how can it achieve legitimacy? As we embrace these new technologies, we must tread carefully, considering their broader ethical and societal implications, but not so carefully as to reject the opportunities they offer.
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By Lisa Shuchman | February 18, 2024
Kirkland & Ellis, Latham & Watkins, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom and other law firms with large transactional practices may see the recent rush of deals as the sign they've been waiting for. The Global Lawyer suggests they may want to curb their enthusiasm.
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By Colette Verch and Stephen Olson | February 5, 2024
Upcoming changes to the regulation disallow permitted language exceptions related to common law or unregistered trademarks. However, the Québec government recently published draft amendments to the regulation that would be favorable to businesses that have not yet secured registered trademarks in Canada.
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By Susan Rothwell | January 26, 2024
The purpose of this article is to alert practitioners to how easily a foreigner's New York estate can be compelled to bring a proceeding in a New York Surrogate's Court and owe federal (and sometimes state) estate taxes, all of which add significant expense and delays before beneficiaries can receive the New York property.
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Celebrate outstanding achievement in law firms, chambers, in-house legal departments and alternative business structures.
The African Legal Awards recognise exceptional achievement within Africa s legal community during a period of rapid change.
Daily Business Review honors attorneys and judges who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession in Florida.
Duane Morris LLP seeks a highly qualified associate to join our tax practice in our corporate practice group in our Miami or NY office. Cand...
Javerbaum Wurgaft, a large statewide civil litigation firm with nine (9) offices, seeks: Attorney - Plaintiff Employment Law to become a par...
Hankin Sandman Palladino Weintrob & BellAtlantic City-based law firm seeking an Associate with 0 to 5 years of experience to work in the...
Congratulations to FLB Law's Newest Partner Matthias J. Sportini
Welcome Judge Joseph Quinn (Ret.) The Honorable Joseph P. Quinn, J.S.C., retired New Jersey Superior Court Judge, served for 23 years in the court s Civil, Chancery, and Family Divisions, where he was a strong proponent of mediation and alternate dispute resolution. As the head of Ansell.Law s mediation practice, Judge Quinn provides a valuable resource to parties seeking a final and efficient resolution of their disputes. ANSELL GRIMM & AARON, PC 732-922-1000 https://ansell.law/
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