International Law Legal Guides (23 found)

Written by Avvo Staff
he term "international law" refers to 1) agreements, such as treaties, between nations (also called public international law), and 2) conflicts over which laws apply in disputes involving individuals or businesses from different nations (also called private international law).
Posted in International Law about 1 year ago.

Written by Patricia Paul
Designed as a tool for developing strategies and understanding basic principles on indigenous peoples’ rights and international law.
Posted in Native Peoples Law 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Ronald Anthony Sarno
An introduction to marriage of parents from two countries; what is dual citizenship, citizenship of the child, jurisdiction and domicile, choice of law, where does a parent go for information,the rules of the Hague Convention, a Hague hearing, rights of the "left behind parent."
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Child Custody 6 months ago.

Written by William Bergh Gamble
Each country has different laws, but that is often less important than how the laws function. Just because you have laws, judges, courts, and regulators does not mean that you have a functioning legal system that you can use to manage risk.
0 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in International Law about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Jonathan H Levy
The International Criminal Court (ICC),governed by the Rome Statute, is the first permanent, treaty based, international criminal court established to help end impunity for the perpetrators of the most serious crimes of concern to the international community. (ICC website)
Posted in International Law 6 months ago.

Written by Ignacio Pinto-Leon
You and your attorney prevailed in the case you tried in US court, yet a good part of the defendant’s assets are in Mexico. Can you enforce the judgment abroad? You may, depending on the circumstances of the case, and on whether they conform to the legal requirements set up by Mexican law.
Posted in International Law about 1 month ago.

Written by Michael David Coffman
US Taxpayers with cumulative overseas bank and securities assets in excess of $10,000 must file forms with the Department of Treasury. The due dates for these forms are different from those required for tax forms, and the penalties for failing to file can be significant.
Posted in International Law about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Jonathan H Levy
An offshore bank account refers to an account in a low or no tax haven. A foreign account is any bank account outside the USA. US citizens are not prohibited from owning foreign and offshore accounts.
Posted in International Law 6 months ago.

Written by Jonathan H Levy
Under United States Code section 28 USC 1350, non resident aliens may sue in US Federal Court for violations of US treaties and/or violations of international law. This law can be used to address serious human rights violations.
Posted in International Law 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Jon Vincent Forehand
Most domestic travelers have experienced and dealt with the inevitable delayed or canceled flight or the occasional lost luggage. However, the same traveler may not be familiar with consumer rights for these situations when traveling to Europe.
Posted in International Law 3 months ago.

Written by Ignacio Pinto-Leon
When to hire an attorney licensed to practice in Mexico? When (1) a family member is charged with a criminal offense in Mexico; (2) acquiring real estate in Mexico, (3) having to prove Mex. law in a US court. Most Mexican attorneys live south the border; there are a few of us working within the US.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in International Law about 1 month ago.

Written by Ignacio Pinto-Leon
So you have adopted a Mexican national in US court, the child has your last name, and you need a passport for her. But Mexico will only issue a passport under your adoptive daughter’s last name–and with her biological parents’ authorization. UNLESS you register the adoption in Mexico. Then all is OK
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in International Law about 1 month ago.

Written by Jonathan H Levy
In many countries of the Commonwealth, a distinction is still made between Barristers and Solicitors. This guide will clear up the confusion.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in International Law 19 days ago.

Written by Anthony John Colleluori
While the age of consent in New York is 17, several exceptions to the state’s statutory rape law define instances where sexual relations with a child under 17 are not considered statutory rape.
6 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted in Family about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Avvo Staff
State and federal laws governing agriculture cover a broad range of issues involving plants, animals, land use, food products, and environmental rules.
Posted in Agriculture about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Project finance law applies to the process of valuing, structuring, and funding large public and private infrastructure and construction projects, such as light-rail installations and airplane construction.
Posted in Project Finance about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Gaming, or gambling, is restricted by both state and federal laws. All aspects of gambling are regulated, whether it's gambling at a racetrack, on a cruise ship, in a casino, or on the Internet.
Posted in Gaming about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Appeals are requests to a higher court or board to change or reverse a judgment.
3 of 10 users found this helpful. Posted in Appeals about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Several steps must be followed in an adoption process, including selecting a method, preparing a home study, and getting court approval.
Posted in Adoption about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Avvo Staff
Infant adoption is the adoption of a child up to 18 months old. Prospective parents can adopt an infant through an agency or with the help of an adoption lawyer. Newborn adoption follows a specific adoption process [../../../../legal-guides/adoption-process] that varies by sta...
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Adoption about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal