The global economic crisis has put an emphasis, like never before, on exports to lead recovery. As businesses look to seize opportunities in countries other than their home jurisdiction and as businesses of many different sizes become increasingly involved in the “global economy”, attorneys need to be prepared to provide support and assistance so that clients can realize their business goals. This programme is particularly helpful for attorneys looking to assist clients find the most effective and efficient way to do business on an international scale and will bring together U.S. lawyers experienced in international projects with business lawyers from various foreign jurisdictions to help tackle the main issues.

The seminar is focused on cross-border transactions and investments and will cover a broad range of subtopics, including forming subsidiaries of foreign business entities to expand into new markets; fundamental considerations for cross-border mergers and acquisitions (i.e., stock versus asset-based acquisitions and regulatory approvals); trends in view of regulatory and legislative reform; establishing operating businesses or cross-border investment funds to take advantage of new business opportunities on the horizon; all while navigating the laws of multiple jurisdictions. Certain panels will also discuss how to achieve optimum tax structures for the various kinds of cross-border activities.

This programme represents a unique opportunity to learn about the key features of international investments, deals and transactions in an era of increased cross-border activity that one can only expect will continue to grow as the world becomes a smaller place, as well as provide an opportunity for attorneys who practice or wish to learn more about this area of law to network and continue the discussion points raised.