The CBA International Law Section’s Doing Business Internationally Series (DBI) is an ongoing collection of programs exploring legal issues arising from growth via exporting, direct investing and doing business abroad.
The programs in the DBI Series are jointly offered by the national Section in partnership with various CBA Branches and the American Bar Association.
The series will survey the knowledge that advisors and business leaders need to help Canadian businesses reach new international markets.
Each session will examine key legal and commercial considerations for expanding a Canadian business into a new geographic region.
Speakers from export-supporting agencies and lawyers in private practice (both Canadian and foreign) will provide multidisciplinary, high-level reviews of important areas such as:
- Business licenses and registrations
- Corporate structure options for establishing a foreign operation (e.g. subsidiary vs. branch, joint venture, or non-resident)
- Local income tax, commodity tax, customs, employment and immigration issues
- When and how to retain foreign counsel, customs brokers and other advisors
- Speakers will also identify any idiosyncrasies of the jurisdictions in question to help avoid common pitfalls, such as corruption risk, cultural or language issues, requirements for local joint venture or strategic partners, or other considerations
Programs
Presented by the CBA and OBA International Law Sections, this program addresses the Canada United States Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) as Canadian businesses with links to the US or Mexico review their business structures to identify risks and opportunities. Register now!
Doing Business in Europe (May 5, 2020, Free Teleconference for CBA members)
Presented by the CBA International Law Section and CBA Quebec, this program looks at access to European markets in the context of free-trade agreements between Canada, the European Union and EFTA countries, Brexit negotiations, and key regulations affecting contracts and the transfer of personal data. Register Now!
Doing Business in Africa (June 25, 2020, Free Teleconference for CBA members)
Presented by the CBA International Law Section and the ABA, this program will examine key elements when advising clients that intend to do business in Africa. The speakers will address African markets in the context of key regulations, how to protect property rights, taxation, corporate social responsibility and human rights.
Presented by the CBA International Law Section and CBA British Columbia, this program will examine key elements when advising clients that intend to do business in Asia. The speakers will discuss barriers to trade and investment in Asia, along with tips and tricks to assist your clients in ensuring a smooth entry into Asian markets. We will also explore the political climate in certain regions, and how clients can avoid common mistakes of doing business there.