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Articles on International Law

Commercial agency and distributorship law in Qatar By Howard L. Stovall International and Immigration Law, September 2004 The Qatari government has issued a number of important commercial laws in recent years, liberalizing local trade rules and better integrating Qatar into the global marketplace.
Does NAFTA’s interpretation of “expropriation” favor foreign investors over domestic investors? Part 3: advantages of NAFTA investors over domestic investors in Canada and Mexico By Rebecca L. Weinberg International and Immigration Law, September 2004 In the July 2004 issue of The Globe, Part 2 of this article appeared, dealing with Advantages of NAFTA Investors Over Domestic Investors in the United States.
Does NAFTA’s interpretation of “expropriation” favor foreign investors over domestic investors? Part 2: Advantages of NAFTA investors over domestic investors in the United States By Rebecca L. Weinberg International and Immigration Law, August 2004 In the June 2004, issue of The Globe, Part 1 of this article appeared, dealing with Treatment of expropriation under NAFTA Chapter 11. Part 2 continues the discussion of expropriations under NAFTA.
How American attorneys may obtain licensure to practice law as Overseas Lawyers or Foreign Lawyers in Hong Kong By Pradip K. Sahu International and Immigration Law, August 2004 For centuries, Europeans have sought to increase trade with the East. The allure of Asian tea, silk, spices, art and adventure led numerous Westerners to China.
The (Il)legality of the Israeli Wall in the Occupied West Bank By Violeta I. Balan International and Immigration Law, August 2004 Imagine a 430-mile fence built of electronic devices, barbed wire and occasional 20-foot high concrete structures.
Summary of new implementation of SEVIS fee for certain foreign students and exchange visitors By Scott D. Pollock & Marta Delgado International and Immigration Law, August 2004 Effective September 1, 2004, unless exempted, foreign students and exchange visitors receiving SEVIS Form I-20 or DS-2019 with an issuance date of September 1, 2004 or later will be required to pay a SEVIS fee.
Can a foreign company do business in Mexico? The answer depends on the type of business it plans to do there By Alexander Olsansky, Jr International and Immigration Law, June 2004 The General Rule is that foreign companies are entitled to do business in Mexico to the same degree as Mexican-owned companies. However, there are several exceptions to the General Rule.
Does NAFTA’s interpretation of “expropriation” favor foreign investors over domestic investors? By Rebecca L. Weinberg International and Immigration Law, June 2004 Part 1: Treatment of expropriation under NAFTA Chapter 11
Memorandum of French Labour Law By Sandra Vreedenburgh International and Immigration Law, June 2004 In the United States, a merger, acquisition or transfer of a business can present complicated employee-related issues.
Can a foreign company do business in Mexico? The answer depends on the type of business it plans to do there By Alexander Olsansky, Jr. Corporate Law Departments, May 2004 The General Rule is that foreign companies are entitled to do business in Mexico to the same degree as Mexican-owned companies.
CERCLA does not apply to U.S. pollution caused by U.S. military in other countries-Presumption against extraterritoriality By Matthew DeFlorio International and Immigration Law, May 2004 A federal judge in California dismissed a lawsuit filed on behalf of plaintiffs who had sued the United States Air Force, the U.S. Navy, the Defense Department, and Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld because of pollution near two former military bases in the Philippines.
Recent developments in Arab commercial agency/ distributorship law By Howard L. Stovall International and Immigration Law, May 2004 In the face of new uncertainties in the Arab Middle East, many multinational companies are relying more heavily on local sales agents and distributors.
Supreme Court denies foreign nationals their individual rights conferred to them by the Vienna Convention By Adrian Zeno International and Immigration Law, May 2004 Recently, the Illinois State Bar Association held a meeting discussing the possible status of foreign nationals after they are taken into custody by U.S. officials.
Torture and war crimes-Violations of international law and our constitutional values By Mark E. Wojcik Human and Civil Rights, May 2004 In recent days the world has seen shocking, horrific, despicable photographs of Iraqi prisoners who were being humiliated, abused, and tortured by smiling Americans.
The International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia: Where is it now? By Martin McGrory International and Immigration Law, April 2004 There are four international criminal courts practicing substantive law today.
Overview of the Algerian Code of Public Tenders of July 24, 2002 By Michael L. Coleman & Celine van Zeebroeck International and Immigration Law, April 2004 The new Algerian Code of Public Tenders (the "Code"), which applies exclusively to the procurement contracts concluded between the Algerian national and local governments as well as public entities (the "Algerian Customer") and any Algerian or foreign entity, was promulgated by Presidential Decree dated July 24, 2002.
Twinning Project By Lewis F. Matuszewich International and Immigration Law, April 2004 In 1990 the Illinois State Bar Association entered into a "Twinning Agreement" with the National Bar Association of Poland and the Advocates Society of Chicago.
How the application of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act can help regulate international adoptions By Sandra Vreedenburgh International and Immigration Law, March 2004 Adoption is an instrument for giving a family to a child who does not have one and not the other way around."
PAIR with a great Web site equals less time at the computer By Shannon M. Shepherd International and Immigration Law, March 2004 As an attorney with a small firm who represents many clients from Asia for both immigration and international business issues, I am always looking for ways to cut down on research time and expense by utilizing the Internet.
Retention of sales agents or representatives in Algeria By Michael L. Coleman & Celine van Zeebroeck International and Immigration Law, March 2004 For many years, Algeria had a statutory ban in regard to the retention of intermediaries in connection with the importation of products or equipment into Algeria and the preparation, negotiation and conclusion of any contracts relating to said importation.
Consumer protection in India By Karen Kaspar January 2004 In the age of globalization and a growing trend toward free trade, the consumer in today's market is at a significant disadvantage.
The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) seeks to prevent dangerous goods from entering the United States under the cover of legitimate imports By Harvey Karlovac International and Immigration Law, January 2004 Duties levied on imported goods are the oldest source of revenue for the United States.
Dealing with premarital agreements from other countries By Kevin Ross Johnson International and Immigration Law, January 2004 A man comes to your office with a big problem: His marriage took place in another country, his wife has now filed a marriage-dissolution (divorce) case here in Illinois, and she says she is entitled to a large payment under the terms of a 'premarital agreement.'
Obtaining international trademark protection via the Madrid Protocol By Sirat K. Attapit International and Immigration Law, January 2004 The international registration of trademarks is governed by the "Madrid System." The Madrid System is made up of two relatively similar treaties, the Madrid Agreement ("Agreement") and the Madrid Protocol ("Protocol").
United States Supreme Court addresses scope of Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act By Heather R. Wlodek International and Immigration Law, January 2004 The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act (FSIA), 28 U.S.C. §§ 1330, 1602-1611, provides the sole basis for obtaining jurisdiction over a foreign state in United States courts.
Doing business in the United Kingdom: The UK legal & regulatory environment By Edward Hoare Corporate Law Departments, December 2003 Historically, the UK has depended on international trade more than most countries.
Canada to open new consulates in United States By Lewis F. Matuszewich International and Immigration Law, November 2003 The Government of Canada announced that it will open seven new consulates in the United States, upgrade two consulates to consulates general and appoint 20 honorary consuls.
Commercial aspects of Islamic law (shari’ah): A selected bibliography for practicing lawyers By Howard L. Stovall International and Immigration Law, November 2003 In our current 'war on terrorism,' U.S. government officials, print and broadcast media, think-tanks and scholars have thrown a spotlight on some (relatively narrow) aspects of Islam and Islamic law.
Filing international trademark applications in the United States: Some basic considerations and resources for attorneys By Pradip K. Sahu International and Immigration Law, November 2003 On November 2, 2003, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (the "USPTO") began accepting trademark applications under the Protocol Relating to the Madrid Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Marks ("The Protocol").
Trademark protection in China: An overview By Pradip K. Sahu International and Immigration Law, September 2003 Many businesses in the United States see China as "the final frontier" because it is a rapidly developing nation with great potential for economic growth.

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