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Kiobel v. Royal Dutch Petroleum: Closing the Door on Foreign Torts?

The U.S. Supreme Court issued an opinion that controversially applied the presumption against extraterritoriality to the Alien Tort Statute.

 

Dallas Bankruptcy Court Refuses to Recognize Mexican Corporate Reorganization Plan

A line must be drawn somewhere short of total uncritical acceptance of all foreign rulings and foreign main proceedings, but determining where to draw the line is difficult.

Legal Inquiry into U.K.'s Role in Pakistan Drone Strike Denied

A London High Court refused to enter into a judicial inquiry assessing the U.K. GCHQ's role in aiding the United States’ drone strikes in Pakistan, after holding a two-day hearing.

Articles »

Closing the Gap: Peruvian Tribunal Reinforces Arbitration

By Luis E. Sotelo

Peru continues striving toward becoming a pro-arbitration country that follows trade law guidelines and ensures a legal framework attractive for foreign investors.

ICC Issues Decision on Reparations for War Crime Victims

By Milica D. Kostic

The ICC is the first international court to allow victims to take part in its proceedings and to seek reparation, restitution, compensation, or rehabilitation.

Personal Jurisdiction and the New York Convention

By James E. Berger and Charlene Sun

Imposing a personal-jurisdiction requirement in New York Convention proceedings unnecessarily burdens the enforcement of international arbitration awards.

Announcements »

Call for Nominations: 2013 International Human Rights Award

You are invited to submit nominations for the 2013 International Human Rights Award. Read more.

New Subcommittees

The International Litigation Committee is pleased to announce the formation of two new subcommittees: International Evidence, Discovery, and Privacy; and Social Media! Read more.

Seeking Contributions

The International Litigation Committee is looking for authors for articles about international litigation and related cases. Contact an editor for more information.