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What should I look for in hiring a firm to represent me in international law matters?

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Does the lawyer have experience and knowledge of the laws of international contracts, mutual legal assistance treaties, and conventions that the countries have ratified and adopted? Are there any restrictions that the U.S. has in doing business or traveling to that particular country you’re considering for business? Does the lawyer have a working network of professionals in that country that they can reach out to and work with?

Palm Harbor, FL business attorney Robert D. Eckard discusses what you should look for in hiring a firm to represent you in international law matters. He stresses the importance of evaluating whether an attorney has experience and knowledge in international contracts, mutual legal assistance treaties, and international conventions ratified and adopted by the relevant countries. He also advises determining whether there are U.S. restrictions on conducting business or traveling to the country under consideration. In addition, he highlights the value of a lawyer having a trusted network of professionals in that country who can be consulted and engaged when needed.

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