March 31st CLE: Navigating the Realm of International Arbitrations

The WSBA International Practice Section is pleased to sponsor the following CLE:

Navigating the Realm of International Arbitrations

Background:
More and more of our business involves cross-border projects, partners, lenders, workers, and other participants from foreign lands. As a consequence, disputes arise that require adjudication. International arbitration has long been an established method of dispute resolution outside the U.S. and is becoming increasingly familiar to U.S. practitioners. As its use increases, the options seem to increase. Join Mr. James Nagle and Mr. Douglas Oles as they guide practitioners through this complicated, yet pertinent dispute resolution process.

Attendees at this interesting CLE will gain an understanding of the following:
- Advantages and disadvantages of international arbitration;
- Institutional versus ad hoc arbitration;
- Selecting an administrative agency;
- Peculiar problems of international arbitration; and
- Drafting the arbitration clause.

When:
Wednesday, March 31st, 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:·
NAVIGATING THE REALM OF INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATIONS (.pdf file)

How to Register:·
REGISTER NOW online through WSBA

Annual Foreign Lawyers Reception A Success!

Last month's Foreign Lawyers Reception - held on February 25th - was a wonderful success. Williams Kastner was overflowing with attendees, both local and foreign lawyers alike (and a few internationally-inclined law students, as well).

Keynote Speaker Mr. Paul Mutty - Vice President, Assistant General Counsel, Global Commercial, of Starbucks - was both enlightening and entertaining. He highlighted how instrumental both international law and the lawyers who practice it were to making global companies like Starbucks possible.

The food - catered by Joanie's Catering - was both internationally-themed and tasty.

All in all, it was one terrific event - hope to see you all (again) next year!

(Photos of Paul Mutty and catering courtesy of Williams Kastner; group photo courtesy of Tracy M. Heims. Used with permission.)

February 24th CLE a SUCCESS!

Our February 24th CLE - Information Technology Act of India (ITA) and its Implication for U.S. Companies - presented by Amrita Srivasta, Principal Attorney of Auxilium Law - was a success.

Amrita focused her CLE presentation on 1) data protection laws under the ITA; 2) practice tips for companies outsourcing services to India, and 3) enhanced government powers under the ITA over intermediaries (e.g., companies such as Microsoft and Yahoo) to order monitoring, blocking, and decryption of online information.

This event, held at Williams Kastner, was well-attended.

We try to host one CLE per month, so be sure to check back frequently for upcoming CLE events!

March 10th CLE: Nuts & Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

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

The Nuts & Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

Background:

It is becoming increasingly important and essential for corporations and businesses to have a comprehensive immigration plan in place to ensure that it is competitive in the global market. Join an esteemed panel of attorneys, including Mr. Gregg Rodgers, Ms. Bonnie Wasser, and Mr. Marcus Kosins as they discuss the intricacies and nuances of the practice of immigration law.

Mr. Rodgers will provide an overview of the importance of immigration planning for businesses, as well as discuss the major changes within visa application and document requirements. Ms. Wasser will shed light on issues relating to the pending immigration reforms and Mr. Kosin will discuss the issues relating to visa consular processing in Asia.

Attendees at this interesting CLE will gain an understanding of the following:
- An overview of U.S. immigration laws and processes;
- Visa consular processing in Asia;
- Impact of Immigration Reform on current regulation and processes;
- Practical Tips when dealing with the U.S. Immigration and Citizen Services.

When:
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010, 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where:
Offices of Garvey Schubet Barer
Second & Seneca
1191 Second Avenue, 18th Floor
Seattle, Washington 98101-2939

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 NUTS & BOLTS OF U.S. IMMIGRATION LAW CLE E-Flyer (.pdf file)

How to Register:·
REGISTER NOW online through WSBA