Managing U.S. Litigation Risk: Essentials for the Foreign Company

Event Details

The attorneys of Arnall Golden Gregory’s Litigation Practice Group and International Business Practice Team invite you to attend a complimentary Litigation Series webinar on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 from 10:30 – 11:30 am EST. Partners Glenn P. Hendrix and Andrew B. Flake will discuss the following key topics during the one hour presentation:

1. What Unique Aspects of the U.S. Judicial System Must Foreign Companies Doing Business Here Understand?

   • The jury system and common law versus civil law
   • How U.S. courts decide when to exercise jurisdiction over foreign companies 
   • When do U.S. courts hold parent companies liable for subsidiary or affiliate activity
2. How Can A Foreign Company Best Protect Itself Against U.S. Litigation Risks?

   • How to do business here but have disputes heard elsewhere 
   • The most important contract terms to guard the foreign parent 
   • Using corporate structure and best business practices to minimize foreign company liability
3. When Should A Foreign Company Consider Litigating In A U.S. Court?

   • Myths versus realities of U.S. litigation 
   • Managing the discovery / investigation process for foreign affiliates 
   • What type of dispute is optimal for a U.S. forum

Approved for 1 hour of State Bar of Georgia CLE credit.

  Webinar Recording 
This link will be active until May 20, 2013.