February 24th CLE: Information Technology Act of India and its Implication for U.S. Companies

The WSBA International Practice Section is pleased to sponsor our second CLE this month:

The Information Technology Act of India and its Implication for U.S. Companies

Background:
The Information Technology Act of India was enacted in 2000 as a corollary to UN's Model E-commerce laws. In 2009, the Act was amended and a number of new provisions were added in response to 2 factors: (i) the increased use of cyber technology by terrorists in the Mumbai attacks, and (ii) the enhanced need for data protection in the face of India's growing outsourcing industry. This presentation will discuss the impact of these amendments on U.S. companies that are conducting business in India.

Attendees at this interesting CLE will gain an understanding of the following:
- The Indian legal system and how it stands in reference to technology;
- Development and precedents set forth in the Information Technology Act;
- Impact of the Information Technology Act on U.S. Companies doing business in India;
- Practical Tips when dealing with the Indian Legal System.

When:
Wednesday, February 24th, 2010, 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where:
Offices of Williams Kastner
Two Union Square601 Union Street, Suite 4100 Seattle, Washington 98101-2380

CLE Credits:
1.5 General CLE Credits for Washington attorneys pending (applied for)

Questions:
Please contact Mr. Shahzad Qadri of Adorno & Yoss, the section CLE Liaison and Coordinator, at:
Email: sqadri@adorno.com
Phone: 206-795-1144

For More Information:·
THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT OF INDIA CLE E-Flyer (.pdf file)

How to Register:·
REGISTER NOW online through WSBA

February 12th CLE: Exploring The Israeli Legal System

The WSBA International Practice Section is pleased to sponsor this month's CLE:

Exploring the Israeli Legal System

Speaker:
Join Dr. Raigrodski, Assistant Director of the Asian Law Center at the University of Washington Law School, who will discuss the nuances and influencing internal and external factors that have helped shape the Israeli legal system. Dr. Raigrodski will also touch on the recent developments on various legal issues such as the rights of same-sex couples in Israel.

Attendees at this interesting CLE will gain an understanding of the following:
- The history of the Israeli legal system;
- A comparative overview of the Israeli legal system vs. the U.S. judicial system;
- Development and precedents in Israeli law pertaining to same-sex couples; and
- Practical tips when dealing with the Israeli legal system.

When:
Friday, February 12th, 2010, 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where:
Offices of Williams Kastner
Two Union Square601 Union Street, Suite 4100 Seattle, Washington 98101-2380

CLE Credits:
1.5 General CLE Credits for Washington attorneys pending (applied for)

Questions:
Please contact Mr. Shahzad Qadri of Adorno & Yoss, the section CLE Liaison and Coordinator, at:Email: sqadri@adorno.comPhone: 206-795-1144

For More Information:·
EXPLORING THE ISRAELI LEGAL SYSTEM CLE E-Flyer (.pdf file)

How to Register:·
REGISTER NOW online through WSBA

ARCHIVED Our (Belated) Summer & Autumn 2009 Edition (vol. 4, nos. 3 & 4)

In this issue:

Welcome and Happy New Year from The New Student Liaison Correspondent
~ Brandon Chan, SLC 2009-2010
…………………………………………PAGE 1

IT Digital Device Border Searches Cover More Than Just Laptop Contents
~ Glen Yaguchi
…………………………………………PAGE 2

eDiscovery (Disclosure) in International Arbitration: Common Law vs. Civil Law Perspectives, Parts II & III of IV
~ Peter R. Day
…………………………………………PAGE 4

Upcoming Events, Employment Opportunities, Gavel Contacts, and Disclaimer
…………………………………………PAGES 8-9

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February 25th: Annual Foreign Lawyers Reception

The International Practice Section of the WSBA is pleased to invite you to our upcoming Annual Foreign Lawyers Reception:

Keynote Speaker (NOTE THE CHANGE IN SPEAKER):
Paul Mutty - VP, Assistant General Counsel, Global Commercial, Starbucks

When:
Thursday, February 25, 2010
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Where:
Williams Kastner
601 Union Street, Suite 4100
Two Union Square
Seattle, WA 98101

Cost:
No cost to section members and special guests; $35 for non-members.

For More Information & To RSVP:

Annual Foreign Lawyers Reception RSVP(.pdf file)

Hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served.

HOPE TO SEE ALL THOSE INTERESTED IN INTERNATIONAL PRACTICE AND NETWORKING WITH FOREIGN LAWYERS AT THIS TERRIFIC EVENT!