International law attorneys must be well-versed in cross-border laws and regulations. The rise of globalization has brought unique challenges to those lawyers who represent U.S. interests abroad. Whether your practice involves international M&A developments in China or the increasing opportunities for small businesses in both importing and exporting, FindLaw's Corporate Counsel Center has a library of articles tailored to your client’s legal needs. You can also find information on how to represent your client in overseas prosecution of alleged antitrust violations and a brief summary of the Hague Convention on taking evidence abroad in both civil and commercial ligation.
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International Law Articles
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The International Anti-Bribery and Fair Competition Act of 1998 Amends the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
FindLaw's discussion of the jurisdictional reach of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and its subsequent amendments.
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U.S. Taxation of Foreign Students and Scholars
FindLaw's discussion of the rules regarding taxation of foreign students or scholars.
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What a Consular Officer Is Authorized to Do As Opposed To What He Can Do with Impunity
FindLaw's analysis of the Vienna Convention, definitions of consular functions and activities, and the recognized scope of a consular officer's duties.
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An Overview of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002
FindLaw's discussion of terrorism coverage for insurance policies as governed by the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002 and its reauthorizing legislation in 2015.
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U.S. Tax Considerations for International Medical Students and Physicians
FindLaw's overview of the tax status associated with temporary residents and important factors to consider, such as the existence of international treaty exemptions.
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Taxation of Export Profits
FindLaw's analysis of state, federal and foreign tax laws as applied to exporters and ways to structure export transactions to minimize tax exposure.
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Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Treaties
FindLaw's reivew of the development of Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Treaties (MLATs) as a way to promote international cooperation in criminal proceedings.
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Managing International Transactions
FindLaw's guide to the managing the complex world of international transactions with reference to important factors for success.
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Ancient Coins as Cultural Property: A Legal Perspective on "Numismatics and the Antiquities Trade"
The May 1998 Celator featured an article that Martin Beckman authored about the ethics of collecting ancient coins entitled, "Numismatics and the Antiquities Trade." The purpose of this present paper is to provide the reader with some additional ...
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Passengers with Disabilities
The Air Carrier Access Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicap in air travel and requires air carriers to accommodate the needs of passengers with disabilities. In 1990 The Department of Transportation issued a rule defining the rights ...