Worldwide: International Law

Several tribunals and courts were established at various periods of America's history to resolve trade-related litigation, both at the trial and appellate levels, and even the Supreme Court has played a significant role in these disputes.

The global sulfuric acid market is in the middle of a supply shock not seen since 2008. Two independent events—the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping since late February 2026 and China’s reported export prohibition on sulfuric acid effective May 1, 2026...

Civil litigation in the United States presents unique challenges for non-U.S. entities, from expansive pretrial discovery to parallel court systems and public proceedings.

The era of ‘globalization without guardrails’ is giving way to a new, more complex age. In some areas, trade tariffs, tougher national security restrictions, and export controls are adding friction to cross-border commerce. In others, the easing of regulatory constraints and new policy priorities are creating opportunities for investment and innovation.

On May 1, 2026, President Trump issued an E.O. pursuant to IEEPA authorizing the imposition of sanctions on non-U.S. individuals and entities, including foreign financial institutions, engaged in certain conduct related to Cuba.

The US Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control has issued a series of new and updated General Licenses progressively expanding opportunities for commercial engagement in Venezuela's energy sector.

Bob Brewer is joined by Victoria Holmes from The Dispatch for Part 2 of their discussion on the Strait of Hormuz.

Bob Brewer, Braumiller Law Group is joined by Victoria Holmes of the Dispatch to cover an update on the Strait of Hormuz and trade volatility.

SEC Rule 15a-6 creates a framework allowing non-U.S. broker-dealers to engage with American institutional investors and conduct certain securities activities without full SEC registration. The rule establishes specific exemptions and requirements, including the use of chaperoning broker-dealers, while balancing market access with regulatory oversight. Understanding these provisions is essential for foreign broker-dealers seeking compliant pathways to U.S. capital markets.