Elevate your practice and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of international law at the Global Business Law Conference. Tailored for attorneys, especially in-house counsel, this program offers critical insights into managing legal complexities in cross-border operations. From mitigating company risks abroad and navigating international tax frameworks to addressing antitrust regulations, export controls, and data privacy challenges, this one-day conference covers the pressing issues shaping global business law.

Registration Options

$100 - Regular Registration
$0 - In-House Counsel
$0 - SWIICL Advisory Board Member
$0 - Alumni of the Academy of American and International Law
$75 - Institute for Energy Law Advisory Board Member
$75 - Institute for Energy Law Young Energy Professionals Member
$75 - Dallas Bar International Law Section Member
$0 - Law Professional
$0 - Law Student

Schedule and Faculty

8:30 – 9:00 a.m. - Registration

9:00 – 9:05 a.m. - Welcome and Opening Remarks

9:05 – 10:20 a.m. - Managing Company Risk When Doing Business in Another Country

This session will explore the unique risks companies face when operating in international markets and provide strategies for mitigating them effectively. Topics will include navigating legal and regulatory frameworks, operational challenges, conflicting country or regional laws and regulations, and managing financial and reputational risks. Attendees will gain practical tools and insights to safeguard their business interests while pursuing global opportunities.

Moderator: Larry B. Pascal, Haynes and Boone, LLP, Dallas, Texas

Panelists:

Michelle Carey Jones, Associate General Counsel – International Global Transactions & Compliance, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, Fort Worth, Texas
Kimberly A. Udovic, Vice President – Regulatory, Toyota Motor North America, Inc., Plano, Texas
Additional Panelist Invited

10:20 – 11:05 a.m. – Tariffs in Transition: Legal and Strategic Updates for Global Business

As global trade dynamics continue to shift, tariffs remain a critical—and often unpredictable—factor impacting corporate strategy, supply chains, and compliance. This session will provide a timely update on the current landscape of U.S. and international tariffs.

Adrienne Braumiller, Braumiller Law Group PLLC, Dallas, Texas

11:05 – 11:20 a.m. - BREAK

11:20 a.m. – 12:20 p.m. - Antitrust and Competition Law: Navigating Evolving Cross-Border Rules

This session will provide critical insights into the shifting landscape of antitrust and competition laws across jurisdictions. The panelists will discuss key developments, enforcement trends, and strategies to ensure compliance while managing risks in cross-border operations. Attendees will gain practical guidance to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and align their business practices with evolving global standards.

Moderator: Bradley C. Weber, Troutman Pepper Locke, Dallas, Texas

Panelists:

Dave Anderson, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP, Brussels, Belgium
David Rodi, Former Chief Global Antitrust Counsel & Associate General Counsel, Shell USA, Inc., Houston, Texas
Additional Panelists Invited

12:20 – 1:15 p.m. - NETWORKING LUNCHEON

1:15 – 2:00 p.m. - Protecting Your Brand in a Global Marketplace

This session will address the challenges of protecting intellectual property in an increasingly interconnected world, including difficult challenges relating to enforcing and defending your property rights across jurisdictions, combating infringement, and maintaining brand integrity in the face of evolving global threats.

Moderator: Melissa LaBauve, Munck Wilson Mandala, Houston, Texas

Panelists:

David Cho, Assistant Vice President Senior Legal Counsel – Trademarks & Copyrights, AT&T Services, Inc., Dallas, Texas
Nicholaus Floyd, Managing Counsel IP for Chemical Technologies, ChampionX, Houston, Texas
Jennifer Keefe, Chief Legal Officer, Pelican Products, Inc., Dallas, Texas

2:00 – 3:00 p.m. - Sanctions and Export Controls: Managing Risks in International Trade and Evolving Geopolitical Sanctions

In an increasingly interconnected world, attorneys practicing international business law must navigate the complex landscape of sanctions and export controls to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. This session will provide an overview of the key legal frameworks governing sanctions and export controls.

Moderator: Julia A. Simon, Lynn Pinker Hurst Schwegmann, Dallas, Texas

Panelists:

Marianne Ibrahim, Chief Compliance Officer, ChampionX, Houston, Texas
Fabio Leonardi, Senior Director and Senior Legal Counsel, Legal & Compliance, Airbus, Dallas, Texas
Olga Torres, Torres Trade Law, Dallas, Texas

3:00 – 3:15 p.m. - BREAK

3:15 – 4:15 p.m. - Data on the Move: Compliance in a Localized World

This session will explore the complexities of managing cross-border data transfers while adhering to evolving localization requirements. It will provide insights into global privacy laws, regulatory challenges, and strategies to ensure compliance without disrupting business operations.

Moderator: Ryan Riegg, Platt Richmond PLLC, Dallas, Texas

Panelists:

Paige Boshell, Privacy Counsel, Houston, Texas
Kaaren Shalom, Vice President, Chief Privacy Officer, SiriusXM, Dallas, Texas
Additional Panelist Invited

4:15 – 5:15 p.m. - Ethics in the Global Legal Landscape

This session will explore the ethical challenges faced by legal professionals navigating cross-border practices and international jurisdictions. Topics will include conflicts of interest, differing professional standards, and the complexities of confidentiality and privilege in a global context. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to uphold ethical responsibilities while addressing the unique demands of international legal work.

Jordan W. Cowman, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP, Dallas, Texas
Shamoil Shipchandler, Chief Counsel, Risk and Regulatory Legal Group, Charles Schwab Corporation, Dallas, Texas

5:15 – 6:30 p.m. - NETWORKING RECEPTION

MCLE Credit

Texas Course Number 174278964. This course has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of Texas Committee on MCLE in the amount of 6.75 credit hours, of which 1.0 credit hours will apply to ethics/professional responsibility credit.

CAIL will not apply for MCLE credit for this conference in any other jurisdiction. Attorneys may be eligible to receive CLE credit through reciprocity or attorney self-submission in other jurisdictions, but the rules of each jurisdiction vary and should be reviewed by attendees prior to registering for the conference. Obtaining credit in any other jurisdiction will be the responsibility of the attendee.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Global Counsel Platinum Sponsor - $2,500

Recognition in all marketing communications and materials
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Recognition from the podium during the Conference
6 complimentary registrants at the Conference
4 additional complimentary registrants for networking reception
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference at an exhibitor table, with priority placement

Global Counsel Gold Sponsor - $1,250

Recognition in all marketing communications and materials
Company/firm logo on the Conference website, with link to company/firm website
Company/firm logo prominently displayed in the Conference program and Conference break slides
Recognition from the podium during the Conference
3 complimentary registrants at the Conference
An opportunity to display company/firm materials at the Conference at an exhibitor table

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lilly Hogarth, Sponsorship Director at lhogarth@cailaw.org or (972) 244-3424

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Visa Information

If you require a letter of invitation to obtain a visa for this conference, payment of the registration fee must first be made. If you apply and do not receive a visa, please send us a copy of the rejection letter from the consulate, and we will cancel your registration and issue a refund. Please email iicl@cailaw.org for more details.

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