The lure of an overseas investment property is strong: lifestyle upside, portfolio diversification, and sometimes a marketing promise of residency or guaranteed returns. Yet in our practice we see the same pattern repeatedly— most “can’t miss” property investment schemes marketed to U.S. buyers turn out to be, at best, aggressively optimistic and, at worst, outright scams.
International Business
Beneficial Ownership – Do I Have to Comply with the Corporate Transparency Act? The compliance landscape for the CTA is rapidly evolving. Learn who must report, what’s changed in 2025, and whether your business is still subject to the rules. (Last updated May, 2025).
International Business
Real estate market is booming, and international investors are joining the wave. But before you celebrate a successful sale, there's an important tax hurdle to be aware of: the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA).
International Business
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, social engineering scams stand out as one of the most insidious forms of attacks. Cybercriminals adeptly manipulate human behavior, emotions, and motivations to exploit the weakest link in cybersecurity - us. Concerningly, none of the data safeguards can protect us against social engineering scams. As a lawyer, I idenitfy scams and, as a result, prevent clients from getting scammed. In this blog, I'll explore the dangerous combination of social engineering and sophisticated technology, discuss a report by Proofpoint, and present examples of how lawyers can assist in identifying and avoiding social engineering scams.
International Business