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INTERNATIONAL SERVICES

In today’s global marketplace, companies face legal challenges that require specific knowledge of procedures, regulations, and customs all over the world. Nixon Peabody’s International practice includes attorneys with many years of hands-on experience in the major international markets, including Europe, Latin America, and Asia. We provide domestic and overseas clients with highly-informed counsel on a wide range of cross-border transactions and trade matters.

In addition to our global offices, our attorneys work with a trusted network of local counsel in countries across the globe to assure prompt, effective service. We also have several international initiatives underway that focus our efforts in particular global areas where we do not have offices, including:

  • South Asia
  • Israel
  • Africa
  • Europe

Lawyers from nearly all of our practice areas have an international component to their work. Each day, we handle matters for clients in almost every part of the world. These issues include:

  • Cross-border mergers and acquisitions
  • Intellectual property protection (patents, trademarks, copyrights)
  • International loan and syndicated loan agreements
  • Immigration and global employment issues
  • Negotiation and drafting of commercial agreements of all types
  • World Bank development loan and sovereign debt issues
  • Securities transactions in numerous global exchanges
  • International project finance and structured finance arrangements
  • International tax and tax planning
  • Creation of foreign branches and subsidiaries
  • International private equity transactions
  • Export issues and U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) matters

TerralexSince 1999, Nixon Peabody has been a member of TerraLex®, a selective international network of more than 15,000 lawyers from 155 leading independent law firms located in 100 countries. This membership gives us access to lawyers who have familiarity with local business customs and practices, as well as the right regional connections and depth of jurisdictional knowledge. This membership affords us the opportunity to consult and work with a vast network of legal counsel throughout the world who have been pre-screened by a respected organization.

Thought Leadership/Alerts

Are you using the current version of Form I-9?
Immigration Law Alert | May 16, 2013

The new I-9 form is here: use of prior versions should be discontinued after 5/7/2013
Immigration Law Alert | March 12, 2013

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H-1B visas: A new filing season is coming
Immigration Law Alert | March 1, 2013

New COMESA regulations present new steps for mergers and acquisitions in eastern and southern Africa
Africa Alert | February 27, 2013

Doing business in Africa—new regional institutions bring international arbitration to Sub-Saharan Africa
International Arbitration Alert | February 4, 2013

Complying with U.S. export controls without violating anti-discrimination laws
Export Controls Alert | January 9, 2013

Webinar Recording: Franchising in Africa
Originally recorded October 12, 2012 | October 18, 2012

White House encouraging private investment and transparency in sub-Saharan Africa
Africa Alert | August 24, 2012

First U.S. franchise opens in Libya
Africa Alert | August 7, 2012

Current trends in mergers and acquisitions in Africa
Africa Alert | August 2, 2012

New developments on equity incentive plans in China
Asia Pacific Alert | July 18, 2012

Webinar Recording: International Arbitration—What's in it for your franchise?
Originally recorded May 17, 2012 | May 18, 2012

Tax burden analysis on BT-VAT pilot reform in Shanghai
Asia-Pacific Alert | May 10, 2012

ICSID arbitral tribunal rules that Bilateral Investment Treaty's umbrella clause covers contractual claim notwithstanding forum selection clause in parties' contract
International Arbitration Alert | April 16, 2012

Arbitral tribunal finds delay in India courts constitutes a breach of investment treaty
International Arbitration Alert | March 5, 2012

The Investor Guide: Are Chinese Companies Still Worth Investing In?
January 16, 2012

ICC issues its revised Rules of Arbitration
International Arbitration Alert | October 4, 2011

The export control implications of cloud computing
Export Controls Alert | August 4, 2011

France: the Cour de Cassation validates executive working time arrangements, subject to certain conditions
Global Employment Law Alert | July 8, 2011

Class actions "a la française": a sea snake!
Class Action Alert | June 17, 2011

Webinar Recording: Voluntary Disclosure of Offshore Accounts—Chapter 2 (U.S./Canada/UK/France)
March 22, 2011

Webinar Recording: Voluntary Disclosure of Offshore Accounts
March 22, 2011

Webinar Recording: Contracting with the Government (Part 4)
February 15, 2011

New foreign representative office regulations add more burdens
Asia-Pacific Alert | January 7, 2011

Mainland accounting standards and auditors are recently accepted by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
Asia-Pacific Alert | January 5, 2011

New Arbitration Ordinance issued in Hong Kong attracts attention from international arbitration community
Asia-Pacific Alert | December 15, 2010

Webinar Recording: The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA): Spotlight on the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Industries One Year After the Warning
December 1, 2010

Webinar Recording: U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and India's Prevention of Corruption Act
November 15, 2010

Navigating U.S. export controls requirements when exporting commercial products from the U.S. to China
Asia-Pacific Alert | November 11, 2010

Offshore Hedge Fund Disputes: We’re Not in New York Anymore
November 8, 2010

Shanghai on its way to become onshore RMB market
Asia-Pacific Alert | October 27, 2010

The Evolution of Chinese Bankruptcy Law: Challenges of a Growing Practice Area
September 20, 2010

First RMB Fund authorized in Hong Kong
Asia-Pacific Alert | September 10, 2010

Taxation on indirect equity transfers of a PRC company
Asia-Pacific Alert | August 25, 2010

China’s MOFCOM further delegates approval authority to local levels
Asia-Pacific Alert | August 5, 2010

Shanghai’s International Board
Asia-Pacific Alert | June 10, 2010

Webinar Recording: International Franchise: Issues and Opportunities
June 10, 2010

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Press

Nixon Peabody Attorney and Former U.S. Senator Scott Brown Honored for Anti-Discrimination Resolution
April 25, 2013

Chambers Global Recognizes Nixon Peabody Partners
April 15, 2013

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Media Clips

  • Carlyle, KKR, TPG Raising Billions for China, But Deals May Be Scarce
    Buyouts | April 29, 2013

    Partner and leader of the firm’s China and Asia Pacific practice David Cheng discusses private equity deal trends in China.

  • Seeking Advice on Doing Business Abroad Picks Up Pace
    Rochester Business Journal | December 14, 2012

    Rochester partner Jim Bourdeau is featured in this article discussing the legal aspects companies need to be aware of when doing business abroad.

  • Franchise World
    Minority Business Entrepreneur | November 30, 2012

    Washington, DC, partner Kendal Tyre co-authored this article discussing increasing franchise investments in Africa.

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  • Réforme des impôts: l'exil fiscal, une réalité difficile à quantifier
    L'Express (France) | October 14, 2012

    Paris Global Tax partner Jean-Sébastien Dumont provides commentary in this feature article addressing tax reform.

  • Class Actions to be introduced in France
    Points de Vente | September 18, 2012

    Paris partner Gilles de Poix provides commentary in this article discussing the potential introduction of class actions into French consumer law in 2013 which will more closely resemble European law than U.S. law.

  • Organizing employee transfers abroad under optimum conditions
    Business & Technologies | September 13, 2012

    Paris Labor & Employment partner Pascal Guinot discusses the legal aspects of transferring employees to foreign establishments.
  • Franchises Target Africa with Fashion, Food and Fitness
    Reuters | September 7, 2012

    This article focuses on how more international franchises are opening in Africa. Washington, DC, franchise partner Kendal Tyre is noted in the article for recently authoring a book about franchising in Africa and is quoted discussing how franchising in Africa gives brands a chance to enter a new market at a lower cost. This article was republished by national and international publications such as Egypt’s Ahram, Lebanon’s The Daily Star, Kuwait’s Arabtimesonline, and Zimbabwe’s Newsday.
  • Nixon Peabody Adds Boston Partner to China Practice
    The Asian Lawyer | September 6, 2012

    This article highlights the arrival of Boston partner Linda Ji, a member of the firm's China and global business & transactions practices.

  • IP Protection May Promote Additional Franchise Growth In Africa
    Franchising Business & Law Alert | September 1, 2012

    This article, authored by Washington, DC, partner Kendal Tyre, discusses the necessary developments in the protection of an investor’s intellectual property that are vital for continued foreign investment in Africa.
  • Do You Know What Your Sub is Doing? New Legislation Expands Iran Sanctions to Subsidiaries
    Bloomberg BNA's Daily Report for Executives | August 24, 2012

    Washington, DC, Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Grayson Yeargin and Washington, DC, Government Investigations & White Collar Defense associate Lindsey Nelson authored this article discussing legislation providing sanctions to prohibit foreign subsidiaries with U.S. parent companies from transacting with Iran or Iranian persons.
  • Nixon Peabody Attorneys Talk about Doing Business in Europe
    Daily Record | May 4, 2012

    This feature story highlights the firm’s “Doing Business in Europe” event held in the Rochester office. The article highlights discussions led by Paris Labor & Employment partner Pascal Guinot and Paris Global Business & Transactions partners Noro-Lanto Ravisy and William Kahn, as well as Rochester Global Business & Transactions partner Jim Bourdeau. Rochester office managing partner Carolyn Nussbaum was also quoted in the piece discussing the growing demands of the global economy and the firm’s international strengths.

  • Environmental, Social, and Governance Diligence on Investments in China
    Practical China: Tax & Finance Strategies | April 1, 2012

    This article examines the definition, and often redefinition, of fiduciary duties, as well as the approach that prudent fund managers will increasingly be required to take in assessing their investments in China. The column is authored by partner and leader of the firm’s China and Asia Pacific practice David Cheng, New York City Securities associate Richa Naujoks, and Hong Kong Business department associate Elena Poleganova.

  • Nixon Peabody Forms Alliance with Chinese Firm
    Am Law Daily | March 13, 2012

    Chair of the firm’s China and Asia Pacific practice David Cheng is quoted in this feature article highlighting Nixon Peabody’s strategic alliance with China’s Hylands Law Firm.

  • The Investor Guide: Are Chinese Companies Still Worth Investing In?
    Bloomberg BNA Securities Regulation & Law Report | January 16, 2012
    This contributed article, coauthored by chair and managing partner of the firm’s China & Asia-Pacific practice David Cheng and Hong Kong associate Elena Poleganova, addresses the question of whether Chinese public companies are still a good bet and how investors can protect themselves.
  • Operating Overseas Has Legal Hurdles
    Providence Business News | May 23, 2011
    This contributed article, coauthored by Providence partner Jeff Brenner, Paris partner Jérôme Henry, and London partner Roland Diniz, discusses today’s global marketplace and the inherent legal differences that are important to know before doing business in England and France.
  • Movers
    National Law Journal | June 21, 2010
    In this column noting legal industry moves and promotions, partner David Cheng is included for being named chair of the firm’s China practice.
  • Cheng Named Chair in China
    Daily Journal | June 2, 2010
    This article notes that partner David Cheng has been named chair of the firm’s China practice.
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Events

Doing Business Globally: A (Legal) View From Important Markets
June 4, 2013 | New York, NY

China-Asia Growth Forum
March 27, 2013 | San Francisco, CA

China Outlook for 2013: Evolving Landscape of Leadership, Regulations, and Economics
February 5, 2013 | Boston, MA

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Major opportunities or traps for the unwary in key markets abroad
October 15, 2012 | Boston, MA

Webinar: Franchising in Africa
October 12, 2012

Corporate Governance: Taking to Higher Ground
June 6, 2012 | Beijing, China

Doing Business in China and Rhode Island CLE Seminar | Warwick, RI
May 16, 2012

Global Economic and Legal Forum: European Focus
May 2, 2012 | Rochester, NY

I-9 Compliance in the New Era of Audits: Updates, Enforcement, and Penalties
January 12, 2012 | Rochester, NY

The World Under Pressure: How China and India Are Influencing the Global Economy and Environment
December 13, 2011 | San Francisco, CA

Solar Energy: Competition from China and the Solyndra Aftermath
December 6, 2011 | San Francisco, CA

Exporting to China
September 14, 2011 | San Francisco, CA

Bullying, job strain, and emotional distress in the workplace: French and U.S. Perspectives
May 23, 2011

Conducting Business in China
May 19, 2011

Strategies for Success in French-American Intellectual Property
May 18, 2011

Doing Business in China
May 17, 2011

India-U.S. Trade & Investments Conference 2011
January 14, 2011

Doing Business in China (Complimentary Seminar)
November 18, 2010

Nixon Peabody Diwali Luncheon
November 12, 2010

Webinar: U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and India’s Prevention of Corruption Act: A Closer Look at U.S. and Indian Anti-corruption Laws Affecting Cross-border Business Transactions
November 11, 2010

Parliamentary Debate II—Biotech & Pharma: Towards a virtuous circle for financing health care by 2020?
October 8, 2010

Webinar: International Franchise: Issues and Opportunities
June 8, 2010

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International Services