International Law & Trade – May 23, 2012

by Dickinson Wright on 4/25/2012

IN THIS ISSUE: - Michigan Legislature Reacts Quickly To Dramatic Nonrecourse Liability Decisions Michigan became the focus of national attention in the world of commercial real estate finance in December, when the...more

by K&L Gates LLP on 4/19/2012

In this issue: - International arbitration and the efficient management of complex oil and gas disputes...1 - Russian legal developments...2 - Shale gas exploration in Poland ...4 - Conversion or upgrade of...more

by K&L Gates LLP on 3/13/2012

In this issue: - Concealment and Exposure ... 1 - Events and Announcements ...2 - Dilapidations Protocol ... 4 - MIPIM 2012... 5 - Transaction Focus—Project Vanquish ... 6 - Cases ...7 - New Team Members...more

by Harney Westwood & Riegels on 2/27/2012

In recent years the Republic of Cyprus (“Cyprus”) has taken great strides in its attempt to develop its hydrocarbon resources. In particular it has concluded a number of bilateral agreements with Egypt,...more

by Jonathan Johnson on 10/24/2011

International laws and their enforcement are issues of increasing importance in today's world of globalization. Many civilized nations sign treaties to codify and interpret the international laws that govern their relations....more

by Luis Arana Tagle on 5/5/2011

This April the Argentine Government sent to Congress a bill that sets restrictions on ownership of rural land by foreigners. If not corrected, its confusing provisions may cause uncertainty in real estate transactions....more

by Drew Noyes on 1/24/2011

Buying land in Thailand. Foreigners can buy land in Thailand as a mortgage holder. On the title deed the foreigner's name will appear as the one who can approve the sale of the property. By using a lease in combination with...more

by Foley Hoag LLP on 5/5/2010

Table of Contents I. Executive Summary...4 II. The Evolution of Free, Prior, And Informed Consent in International Law and Voluntary Initiatives...9 A. International Legal Standards...9 B. Standards Directly Applicable to...more