Canada looks to foster innovation, business growth with new IP strategyBy Anthony TurcoJuly 2018The Canadian government recently unveiled its long-awaited intellectual property strategy, which is designed to increase intellectual property awareness and foster an ecosystem that supports business growth, innovation, and competition.
Case note: Jenny Rubin, et al., Petitioners v. Islamic Republic of Iran, et al.By Natalie L. PesinJuly 2018In Jenny Rubin, et al., Petitioners v. Islamic Republic of Iran, et al., the U.S. Supreme Court held that 28 U.S.C. §1610(g) does not provide a freestanding basis to attach and execute against property of a foreign state when the immunity of the property is not rescinded under a separate provision of Section 1610.
Case note: Jesner v. Arab Bank, PLCBy Natalie L. PesinJuly 2018In Jesner v. Arab Bank, PLC, the U.S. Supreme Court held that foreign corporations may not be defendants in suits brought under the Alien Tort Statute.
Denaturalization: A new government forayBy Patrick M. KinnallyNovember 2018An overview of issues that are often overlooked by those who seek citizenship without counsel.
Editor’s commentsBy Lewis F. MatuszewichNovember 2018An introduction to the issue by Lewis F. Matuszewich.
Editor’s commentsBy Lewis F. MatuszewichOctober 2018An introduction to the issue by the International and Immigration Law Section Council editor, Lewis Matuszewich.
Editor’s commentsBy Lewis F. MatuszewichMarch 2018An introduction to the issue from Editor Lew Matuszewich.
Editor’s commentsBy Lewis F. MatuszewichJanuary 2018An introduction to the issue from Editor Lewis Matuszewich.
Editor’s noteBy Lewis F. MatuszewichJuly 2018An introduction to the issue by the International and Immigration Law Section Council editor, Lewis Matuszewich.
Foreign service of process: A foreign procedure to someBy Amber L. BishopJuly 2018Service of process on individuals in a foreign country may seem difficult at first blush, but there is a clear process for getting service accomplished. You just have to know where to look to find the answers.
Immigration law updateNovember 2018The International and Immigration Law Section Council will present a webinar on December 6, 2018 providing a review of current developments in immigration law.
Litigating jurisdictional issues in post-Daimler AmericaBy David W. AubreyOctober 2018Two recent denials of the writ of certiorari by the United States Supreme Court hint at what might be left of the doctrine of specific jurisdiction following the watershed ruling in Daimler AG v. Bauman.
Message from the chairBy Shama K. PatariOctober 2018A note from the International and Immigration Law Section Council chair, Shama Patari.
Other resources to considerBy Lewis F. MatuszewichOctober 2018The United States Commercial Service within the United States of America Department of Commerce offers frequent seminars and webinars on different aspects of international trade.
Recent casesJanuary 2018Recent cases of interest to international & immigration law practitioners.
Refugee resettlement 2017By Cindy G. BuysMarch 2018In September 2017, President Trump issued his most recent determination capping refugee admissions for FY 2018 at 45,000, an all-time low in the history of the U.S. refugee resettlement program.
Student outreach programBy Lewis F. MatuszewichJanuary 2018The International and Immigration Law Section has implemented a Law Student Outreach Program by providing attorneys the chance to visit a law school and explain to law students the professional opportunities in the areas of immigration and international law.
Student outreach to The John Marshall Law SchoolBy David W. AubreyNovember 2018On September 18, 2018, members of the International & Immigration Law Section Council met with law students at The John Marshall Law School in Chicago to present on careers in international and immigration law.
Student outreach to Washington University in Saint Louis School of LawBy David W. AubreyJuly 2018This past April, members of the International and Immigration Law Section Council met with law students at Washington University in St. Louis School of Law to present on careers in international and immigration law.
Temporary protected status (TPS)By Cindy G. BuysMarch 2018Pursuant to INA 244, (8 U.S.C. 1254), the Secretary of Homeland Security may designate a foreign country for TPS due to conditions in the country that temporarily prevent the country’s nationals from returning safely, or in certain circumstances, where the country is unable to handle the return of its nationals adequately.
“Travel ban” litigation 2017By Cindy G. BuysMarch 2018A look at the various lawsuits filed against President Trump's Executive Orders limiting entry into the United States.
A trip to IsraelBy Hon. Patrick J. Leston, (ret.)March 2018As lawyers enter the “senior” phase of their professional careers, many start enjoying a few more personal days and looking forward to a bit more vacation time. But if you still crave a bit of adventure, consider an ISBA or IJA tour.
Updates in Swiss business lawBy Florian S. JörgMarch 2018A look at the significant changes to Swiss business law during the period from July 1, 2017 to January 1, 2018.
Wage obligations of H-1B visa sponsorsBy Michael R. LiedJanuary 2018If an H-1B employee is in nonproductive status due to a decision by the employer, the employer is required to pay the employee’s salary. However, once there has been a bona fide termination of the employment relationship, the H-1B employee is no longer entitled to any further salary.