Business Formation
Starting a company on the right legal footing, with the right structure from day one.
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What We Do
Practice Areas
A full-service international law firm. Browse our practice areas by category, or search for the issue you are facing.
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Business & Corporate
Counsel for companies, founders, investors and organizations, from formation and contracts to transactions, technology and people.
Corporate & Commercial
Day-to-day and strategic legal support for businesses at every stage.
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Contract Drafting & Review
Clear, enforceable contracts that protect your interests and reflect the deal you actually made.
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Mergers & Acquisitions
Buying, selling or combining businesses, at home and across borders.
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Banking & Finance
Counsel on financing transactions and financial-sector matters.
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Investment & Securities
Guidance on raising capital, structuring investments and navigating securities regulation.
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Tax & Compliance
Helping businesses and individuals stay compliant as they grow across borders.
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Intellectual Property
Protecting, and making the most of, your ideas, brands and creative work.
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Technology & Data Privacy
Contracts, compliance and risk management for technology businesses and data-driven organizations.
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Entertainment & Media
Deals, rights and disputes for creators, producers and media businesses.
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Employment Law
Workplace counsel for employers and executives.
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Nonprofit & Charities
Formation, governance and compliance for nonprofits, charities and foundations.
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International
Advice for clients doing business, investing and moving assets and documents across borders.
International Business & Trade
Guidance for companies buying, selling, investing and operating across borders.
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Foreign Direct Investment
Structuring and protecting investments into the United States and from the US into other markets.
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International Tax
Legal guidance on the tax consequences of cross-border business, investment and personal wealth.
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Energy & Natural Resources
Transactions, projects and regulatory counsel for energy and natural resources businesses.
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Maritime & Shipping
Commercial and dispute counsel for shipping, cargo and maritime trade.
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Aviation
Aircraft transactions, aviation business matters and passenger and cargo claims.
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Human Rights
Representation of individuals and advice for organizations on human rights protections and responsibilities.
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Notary & Document Authentication (Apostille)
Getting documents properly signed, notarized and authenticated for use in the US and abroad.
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Disputes & Litigation
Strategic representation in courts and arbitration, from commercial disputes to injury claims.
Commercial Litigation
Resolving business disputes in court, strategically and cost-effectively.
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International Arbitration & Litigation
Resolving high-stakes disputes in courts and arbitral forums.
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Debt Collection & Judgment Enforcement
Recovering what you are owed and turning judgments into payment.
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Insurance Claims & Disputes
Helping policyholders pursue claims and challenge denials, delays and underpayments.
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Consumer Protection
Standing up for consumers against deceptive practices, unfair terms and abusive conduct.
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Civil Rights
Protecting constitutional and civil rights against discrimination and abuse of power.
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Personal Injury
Pursuing fair compensation for people injured through someone else's negligence.
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Medical Malpractice
Careful, well-supported claims for patients harmed by substandard medical care.
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Individuals & Families
Discreet, practical guidance on family matters, estates, later-life planning and financial fresh starts.
Divorce & Child Custody
Steady, discreet guidance through divorce, custody, support and the arrangements that follow.
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International Family Law
Sensitive family matters with an international dimension.
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Adoption
Guiding families through the legal steps of building their family through adoption.
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Wills, Trusts & Estates
Planning for the future of your family and assets, wherever they are.
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Probate & Estate Administration
Supporting executors and families through probate and the administration of an estate.
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Elder Law
Planning for later life, long-term care and the protection of older adults.
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Guardianship
Court-appointed protection for adults and children who cannot fully manage their own affairs.
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Bankruptcy & Debt Relief
Honest guidance on debt problems and the paths to a financial fresh start.
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Real Estate & Property
Legal support for buying, selling, leasing, building and holding property, at home and abroad.
Real Estate Transactions & Closings
Buying, selling, financing and closing on residential and commercial property.
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Cross-Border Real Estate
Buying, selling and holding property when parties or assets span borders.
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Landlord-Tenant
Leases, disputes and Housing Court matters for landlords and tenants.
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Construction Law
Contracts, claims and disputes for owners, contractors and construction professionals.
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Immigration
Visas, green cards, citizenship and defense for individuals, families, students, investors and employers.
Immigration & Visas
Visa and immigration guidance for individuals, families, investors and employers.
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Student & Work Visas
Visas for international students, exchange visitors, professionals and the employers who hire them.
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Investor Visas (EB-5)
Immigration routes for investors and entrepreneurs, including the EB-5 program.
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Citizenship & Naturalization
Guiding permanent residents through the path to US citizenship.
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Asylum & Deportation Defense
Protection for people fleeing persecution and defense for those facing removal.
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Criminal & Regulatory
Defense against criminal charges and investigations, and compliance programs that keep organizations on the right side of the law.
Criminal Defense & DWI
Vigorous defense against criminal charges, including DWI and DUI.
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Traffic Violations
Protecting your license and record against traffic tickets and driving charges.
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White-Collar Criminal Defense
Discreet, rigorous defense when reputation and liberty are at stake.
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Extradition & International Criminal Law
Defense against extradition requests, INTERPOL notices and cross-border criminal proceedings.
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Sanctions & Export Controls
Navigating economic sanctions, export controls and trade restrictions.
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Anti-Money Laundering & Compliance
Building and testing compliance programs that meet anti-money-laundering expectations.
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Client Recovery & Transaction Services
Focused services for recovering lost money, pursuing refunds, selling property and securing business purchase funds.
Asset Tracing & Recovery
Recovery of Lost Funds
Whether money was lost to an investment scam, a misdirected wire transfer, a breached contract or a judgment that has never been paid, we assess your position honestly and pursue the legal routes that are realistically available. Outcomes always depend on the facts, and we never guarantee recovery.
- An honest case assessment
- Demand letters
- Asset tracing
- Freezing orders and injunctions
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Consumer & Payment Disputes
Refund & Chargeback Assistance
When a merchant, airline, travel company, online platform, contractor or bank refuses a refund, we help you use your consumer rights, the chargeback process, demand letters and negotiation, and small claims or arbitration where proportionate. Results depend on the facts, and we never guarantee an outcome.
- Reviewing your position
- Explaining your consumer protection rights
- Chargeback and dispute support
- Bank and payment disputes
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Seller Representation
Property Sales
We represent sellers of residential and commercial property, including overseas sellers and estates, from contract review and negotiation through title, closing and FIRPTA coordination with tax counsel. We provide legal services and work alongside licensed brokers; we are not a brokerage.
- Contract review and negotiation
- Listing agreement review
- Title and due diligence
- Co-op and condominium requirements
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Attorney Escrow Agent
Escrow Services for Business Purchases
We act as a neutral attorney escrow agent for business acquisitions and asset purchases. We draft the escrow agreement, hold deposits and purchase funds in a regulated attorney escrow (IOLA) account, verify the agreed documents, and release funds on the agreed conditions with a documented record.
- Drafting the escrow agreement
- Holding deposits and purchase funds
- Verifying documents and conditions
- Holdbacks and staged releases
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