International Law & Trade – May 23, 2012

by Michael Volkov on 5/23/2012

The Middle East is a diverse area with significant disparities in the region. Oil and gas dominate the economies. Cultural and economic factors make compliance extremely difficult in the Middle East. Interestingly, on...more

by The Law Office of Michelle A. Estlund, P.A. on 5/23/2012

In the last post, we addressed the fact that the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL's Files (CCF) is still required under its operating rules to meet only three times per year. This requirement has remained the same in...more

by Michael Volkov on 5/22/2012

Everyone writes about the FCPA and the UK Bribery Act. Some are more willing to tackle export compliance. Given the Obama Administration’s reliance on sanctions as a foreign policy tool, companies need to address the...more

by K&L Gates LLP on 5/22/2012

Good morning. I am very pleased to be here with you, and I thank the International Justice Resource Center for inviting me to share some thoughts on a subject that is close to my heart. My thanks go also to the co-organizers...more

by Michael Volkov on 5/21/2012

Everyone has tips on how to conduct internal investigations. The how-to articles present advice on how to conduct an internal investigation. Unfortunately, the reality is far more complex and risky. Behind many of the...more

by The Law Office of Michelle A. Estlund, P.A. on 5/21/2012

The process for seeking relief from an improperly issued Red Notice currently requires that the request be reviewed by the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL's Files. The Commission is made up of five individuals from...more

by McDermott Will & Emery on 5/17/2012

Since it came into force on 1 July 2011, the impact of the UK Bribery Act 2010 (the Act) on the giving of corporate hospitality, gifts and other expenses has raised concerns among those who fall under the Act’s jurisdiction. ...more

by Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP on 5/16/2012

On February 2, 2012, Wegelin & Co., Switzerland’s oldest private bank, became the first overseas bank to be indicted by the United States for aiding tax fraud—but it may not be the last. The company is one of at least 11...more