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Do your homework before launching overseas

Doing business internationally requires a business owner to obtain a new level of business knowledge. Presented with an international sales opportunity, some business owners launch overseas unprepared and without guidance. Here are some tips on how to prepare your company to do international business:
Determine the Global Competition
Research the competition for your product or […]

The International Business Lawyer 2.0

As you can see, I refurbished The International Business Lawyer blog. I hope you find it both visually pleasing and easier to access content.
There are still a few minor formatting kinks to work out in the next few days, such as the “Sidenotes” section and newsletter function. I will also be adding a […]

First LL.M. Course: International and Comparative Law of Trade Marks, Designs, and Unfair Competition

I just sent my course selection to the University of London. I’ll be enrolling in “International and Comparative Law of Trade Marks, Designs, and Unfair Competition.” For more information on my LL.M. pursuit visit my main website.

Protect your Trademark or Copyright from Importers

You’ve worked hard on your product and maybe even harder to obtain intellecutal property protection for it. The good news is that a couple of organizations can help you to prevent the importation of trademark or copyright infringing goods.
To help prevent the importation of goods that infringe upon your intellectual property rights, contact the […]

Overseas Business May Not Be As Different As You Think

Before immediately closing the door on an overseas business opportunity, figure out just how different things really are in the particular international market.
Many U.S. businesses assume that entry into the international markets will drastically differ compared to doing business domestically. While that may be the case in some countries, like those in Latin America, […]

How to Authenticate Documents for Overseas Use

If your business is going to do business abroad, contact the Department of State, Authentications Office to get certificates signed and issued under the Seal of the U.S. Department of State. The Authentications Office receives various documents from U.S. citizens and foreign nationals such as: company bylaws, powers of attorney, trademarks, diplomas, transcripts, distributorship […]