Cross-Border Law: Key Strategies for Tax and Business Attorneys – Part 1
Date: May 30, 2025 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick,
Member Price: $143.00
Non-Member Price: $179.00
Section Price: $0.00
Areas of Law: Business, Taxation
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Earning income across borders has become common for both individuals and businesses. Technology has made this even easier, as people can earn income across borders without leaving home.
The U.S. international tax landscape is in a state of flux. With key provisions from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) scheduled to sunset at the end of 2025, U.S. multinationals and foreign companies doing business in the nation are paying close attention to potential legislation. Add in the flurry of activity coming from the new Trump administration, and multinational taxpayers have several issues to watch.
This two-part program is designed to provide a comprehensive look at cross-border tax law, ensuring accessibility for both foundational and advanced practitioners. The first session offers an essential overview for those newer to cross-border tax issues, covering fundamental principles, compliance obligations, and structuring considerations. After a break, the second session focuses on advanced, current topics, examining high-level legal challenges, tariff implications, and tax structuring strategies in response to evolving U.S.-Canada trade policies.
Register for one or both sessions to obtain the information most relevant to you! This format allows attendees to view the session most in line with their practice while offering an opportunity for all participants to refine their expertise on emerging cross-border tax developments.
Session 1: Cross-Border Tax and Trade Law Fundamentals
9 – 11:30 a.m.
The global trade landscape is rapidly evolving, and lawyers must understand cross-border tax and trade law to advise clients effectively. Gain a concise primer on trade agreements, tax rules, and contract structures, equipping lawyers to navigate compliance, structure deals, and mitigate legal risks.
Ideal for corporate, tax, trade, and in-house counsel, as well as compliance and customs professionals, this program will help boost essential knowledge for today’s international trade challenges.
Program Agenda:
- 9:00 | Introduction: Why Every Lawyer Needs to Understand Cross-Border Trade Law Now
- Overview of how tariffs, trade agreements, and tax laws impact businesses.
- Key differences between domestic and international trade law.
- Why cross-border legal mistakes cost clients millions—and how lawyers can help.
- 9:15 | The Basics of U.S.-Canada-Mexico Trade Law
- Key agreements and frameworks: CUSMA (NAFTA 2.0), WTO, bilateral treaties.
- Essential import/export regulations: HTS codes, customs valuation, and duty calculations.
- Understanding key players: U.S. CBP, Canadian CBSA, Mexico’s Secretaría de Economía.
- 9:45 | Taxation in Cross-Border Transactions: Essentials for Every Lawyer
- How tariffs differ from corporate taxes and VAT/GST in trade law.
- The role of transfer pricing in international trade.
- Common tax mistakes in cross-border deals—and how to avoid them.
- 10:15 | Structuring Contracts for Cross-Border Transactions
- Key clauses to include in international trade contracts.
- How to allocate risk in supply chain agreements.
- Common disputes over pricing, delivery terms, and tax liability.
- 10:45 | Q&A and Closing Remarks
- 11:00 | Program Ends
- 11:00 | Break for Session 1 Participants
NOTE: Are you interested in attending Session 2? Take advantage of our special offer: receive a discount when you register for both Session 1 and Session 2. Click here to learn more about Session 2 and to register. For more information, please contact our Customer Service team at 732-214-8500.
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