Former acting General Counsel for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Joseph Maher, has joined Nixon Peabody in a partner role in the law firm’s Washington D.C. office. Besides serving as acting general counsel, Maher held various roles including principal deputy general counsel, and chief intelligence officer and associate general counsel for regulatory and legislative…
In a significant turn of events, commodity trading giant Trafigura Group has acknowledged for the first time that its founder and erstwhile CEO, Claude Dauphin, authorized payment of bribes for petroleum deals in Brazil. The revelation implicates a key figure in the industry within a far-reaching string of US corruption lawsuits. The news comes from…
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, has bolstered its international trade practice with a notable new addition to the team. The firm has welcomed a former high-ranking attorney from the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control to their Washington, D.C. branch. This move was officially announced by the firm last…
China has made the significant step of easing restrictions on cross-border data flows, in response to pressure from foreign businesses. The move is designed to quell complaints from entities outside China, who argued that previous regulations were causing disruption to their daily operations. Data gathered across a variety of sectors – including international trade, cross-border…
In the rapidly evolving world of business law, some of the most eminent law firms in the United States, including Quinn Emanuel, Skadden, Wilson Sonsini, Sullivan & Cromwell, Gibson Dunn and O’Melveny, have put forth their cohorts to take part in the Didi Global Securities Class Action. The mounting lawsuit presents yet another momentous instance…
The sale of TikTok, one of the most popular apps worldwide, presents a contentious debate within the tech and legal world. The key question is: should the app sell while the market conditions can potentially yield top dollar? This quandary not only involves elements of corporate and antitrust law but also embroils international trade relations…
In a strategic move aimed at reinforcing its tech capabilities, Am Law 25 firm Paul Hastings has acquired a six-partner IP litigation team from celebrated firm Allen & Overy. The team will operate from Palo Alto, New York, and Washington, D.C., bolstering the firm’s presence across these key cities. Renowned for its expertise in patent…
In a significant move for the legal industry, Paul Hastings has hired a six-partner intellectual property (IP) litigation team from Allen & Overy. Expanding its tech-focused offerings in Northern California, the team will be based in Palo Alto, New York, and Washington, D.C. A major component of this team’s expertise lies in patent litigation and…
On February 23, the U.S government announced sanctions and export controls on hundreds of Russian entities and persons believed to enable infractions against Ukraine. This move marked the second anniversary of Russia’s further invasion of Ukraine. The sanctions also acted as a protest against the death of imprisoned anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny. The newly enacted…
Recently, an attorney from international law firm Hogan Lovells has complained that his firm was excluded from proceedings in connection with the first ever labor-focused panel dispute under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), a recently established international trade pact replacing the North American Free Trade Agreement. The firm is representing Mexico’s San Martín Mine. The…
WilmerHale, a premier law firm, welcomes Neena Shenai as their recent partner, a promising move in the field of international trade, investment, and market access practices. She will be joining the firm’s Washington, D.C. office as declared on Wednesday. Shenai’s earlier experience and her unmatched command in the industry comes from an impressive stint as…
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen makes a plea for the world’s largest advanced economies to innovate mechanisms to “unlock the value” of immobilized Russian assets, a move aimed at aiding Ukraine’s defense and long-term reconstruction post-war with Russia. Yellen’s moral argument stakes a leadership role for international finance in helping economies devastated by conflicts, such…
The aftermath of Brexit sees top-paid consultants, bankers, and lawyers in the UK become vulnerable to the fluctuations of the global economy, a phenomenon typically associated with factory workers, according to a report by the Resolution Foundation. This sudden shift in economic vulnerability indicates a shift from the earlier 2000s, where domestic factory workers were…
In a significant development, the political leaders of Canada, Australia, and New Zealand have issued a warning to Israel concerning its reported plans for a military offensive in Rafah, Gaza Strip. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, together with the heads of Australia and New Zealand, delivered a joint statement expressing grave concern over indications of Israel’s…
In an unfolding development toward improving legal colloborations across national borders, Shin & Kim, one of Korea’s Big Six law firms forms an alliance with Indonesia’s ARMA Law. This move garners attention in light of the recorded increase in trade value between Indonesia and South Korea, which grew by over 40% to hit $20.6 billion…
Former Uber Director Bridget McGovern has recently been enlisted by Squire Patton Boggs, an established full-service global law firm. As a partner, she will be stationed in the firm’s public policy practice in Washington, D.C. The news was confirmed by the firm on Tuesday. Prior to joining the legal juggernaut, McGovern played a notable role…
In a unanimous decision, the Senate confirmed the appointment of Schagrin Associates partner, Joseph Laroski Jr., to the U.S. Court of International Trade on Monday evening. The 76-0 vote marked the second confirmation for this court within a week. Laroski Jr.’s confirmation is expected to provide significant input for the court, given his wealth of…
In a recent development, Geralyn Ritter has been named as the new President and CEO of Crowell & Moring International LLC, as confirmed by the firm earlier this week. Ritter, whose experience spans over a quarter of a century, comes in with a rich background in business, law, and government. Her expertise is notably profound…
Apple Inc., a leading technology corporation, has been caught in an intricate legal tango with Masimo Corp., a manufacturer of medical technologies, concerning their latest smartwatch models. As Apple was grappling with an import ban on its popular Apple Watch models, a move driven by legalities, it was concurrently striving to obstruct the impending introduction…
The latest inclusion to the McCarter & English’s partner portfolio is Harry Park, who has joined the specialised intellectual property practice group in Washington D.C., as reported by Bloomberg Law. Harry Park is recognized for representing businesses on unfair import actions that involve Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 before the US International…
A seasoned legal professional with a specialty in Latin America, notably Mexico, has returned to the international trade practice at Greenberg Traurig. Irwin Altschuler will join the firm as a shareholder based in Washington, D.C., building on his previous stint at the firm. Altschuler left Greenberg Traurig three years ago to help Mexican steel corporation…
Irwin P. Altschuler, a respected attorney in the realm of international trade, has made a significant career move by returning to prominent law firm Greenberg Traurig. He resumes his work in Washington, D.C., as a shareholder as of last Thursday. Altschuler has previously made his mark with the firm, having once served as the chair…
The ongoing national security review of Nippon Steel Corp.’s takeover of United States Steel Corp (US Steel) may not be completed until late 2024 or potentially extend into 2025, a much lengthier process than has been publicly predicted by the companies involved. The review, conducted by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the US (CFIUS),…
U.S. law firms Greenberg Traurig and DLA Piper are bolstering their presence in Mexico, as the appetite for expansion in the country grows among investors. Greenberg Traurig has recruited Guillermo Sánchez Chao, a seasoned trade lawyer and former partner at Chevez Ruiz Zamarripa, one of Mexico’s leading tax law firms. Chao will now serve as…
Andrew R. Kopsidas has recently joined legal practice Blank Rome as a partner in the intellectual property litigation group based in Washington, D.C. His appointment was announced by the firm on Thursday. Kopsidas brings with him a wealth of experience from his previous position at Hughes Hubbard & Reed. He has represented clients before the…