Posted by Woods LaFortune LLP on Apr 28, 2015

Michael Woods, Senior Partner at Woods, LaFortune LLP, was recently quoted in the Globe and Mail’s U.S. Accelerates Efforts to Reach TPP Agreement, an article written by Marcel Sangsari. The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), which includes 12 countries and covers approximately 40% of the global economy, has stirred up a lot of controversy since a draft version of the agreement was leaked to the public. Although negotiations have been slow moving, there may be new-found promise for the TPP, according to Michael Woods, “The real decider here is the Japanese. If the U.S. and Japan can get on the same page … there will be big encouragement for TPP partners to move together, fast and … you may have an agreement this summer.”...

Posted by Woods LaFortune LLP on Apr 21, 2015

Woods, LaFortune LLP is proud to have partnered with Allam Advisory Group in sponsoring the U.S. Commercial Service in Ottawa’s highly anticipated event: The Power of Networking: Women in Technology and Defence, taking place on Wednesday May 6, 2015 from 4:30pm-6:30pm at the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa. The event will be hosted by Vicki Heyman – philanthropist, ideas enthusiast, fundraiser and community advocate and the wife of the U.S. Ambassador to Canada – and will bring together professionals in the technology and defence sectors with the goal of fostering synergies into new business relationships.   When: Wednesday, May 6, 2015 from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Where: U.S. Embassy Ottawa, MacKenzie Avenue Entrance RSVP: To 613-688-5406 or Tracey.Ford@trade.gov by Friday, May 1, 2015.   Sponsored by:          ...

Posted by Woods LaFortune LLP on Apr 21, 2015

In the short presentation below, Catherine Walsh of Woods, LaFortune LLP talks about Exporting to Canada from the United States and the increasing amounts of opportunity for trade across the border. Learn about the export plan, marketing plan and rules and regulations that apply to those doing business in Canada. The presentation also highlights key trends and opportunities in the Canadian market and touches on the importance of protection your intellectual property on an international scale. Please visit http://globalbusinessprofessor.com/exporting-to-canada-by-catherine-walsh for the full...

Posted by Woods LaFortune LLP on Mar 27, 2015

Gordon LaFortune and Michael Woods, the founding partners of Woods, LaFortune LLP, have once again been recognized by the highly regarded leading research publication to the legal profession, Chambers Global. Both Michael and Gordon were recognised by the Chambers Global Guide as leading practitioners in International Trade/ WTO Law for 2105.  The Chambers Global Guide is regarded as a top research tool for identifying leading lawyers in particular practice areas.  Chambers and Partners ranks lawyers based on the research of 150 full-time editors and researchers who talk to both other lawyers working in the field and the lawyer’s clients to assess the quality of recent legal work completed.   Both Gordon and Michael are grateful to have the support of their peers and are particularly grateful to their clients for their continued support and their vote of confidence...

Posted by Woods LaFortune LLP on Mar 18, 2015

Michael Woods, Senior Partner at Woods, LaFortune LLP,  has been invited to speak to students of  both the Common and Civil Law Sections of the University of Ottawa’s Law Faculty on Thursday March 26, 2015.  This popular event is being organized by the International Commercial and Trade Law Mentorship Program (ICTLMP)/  l’Organisation de mentorat en droit commercial international (OMDCI). “It is always a privilege to meet with the law students at a University which continues to produce leaders in so many different areas of international law, ” Michael said, adding “ it is a particular honour to be sharing the platform with DFATD’s Don Stephenson”, who is Canada’s Chief Negotiator in the Canada-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) negotiations. Michael’s lecture will address the topic of a career in international trade, pulling on his own experience in both the public and private sectors for well over 20 years and looking ahead to the next generation of international lawyers.  ...

Posted by Woods LaFortune LLP on Mar 13, 2015

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity of hearing about export and investment opportunities for Canadian companies in the Turkish market. Friday, March 20th, 2015 08:00am-2:00pm – Breakfast & Lunch will be served Ontario Investment & Trade Centre – 245 Younge St. Toronto Why Export or Invest in Turkey? The Government of Canada’s Global Markets Action Plan has identified Turkey as a strategic market of opportunity for Canadian firms. Commercial opportunities exist in a number of sectors, including energy, information and communication technology, mining, education and infrastructure. Why Should I Attend?                                                               Learn about pre-qualified business opportunities in aerospace, energy, education, information and communication technologies, mining and infrastructure. Learn about trade finance and export credit solutions available for your small and mid-sized business. Network with key decision makers from the Turkish & Canadian government and the Turkish and Canadian private sector. Learn about the international legal and regulatory considerations that impact your businesses bottom line Following the event, there will be free pre-arranged B2B meetings with Senior International Business Development Executives, Representatives from Export Development Canada & International Trade Lawyers from 2:oopm to 4:00pm.   Speakers:  His Excellency Selcuk Unal Turkish Ambassador to Canada Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Ottawa Jean-Francois Croft Chief Representative, International Business Export Development Canada Murat Ozdemir Country Advisor, Canada & Midwest U.S., Investment Support and Promotion Agency of Turkey The Republic of Turkey Prime Ministry Mike Ward  Director, Canadian Turkish Business Council  Aylin Sule Songul Esq. LL.M. Managing Partner, Songul & Unuvar  Michael Woods Senior Partner, Woods, LaFortune LLP  Omar Allam Chief Executive Officer, Allam Advisory Group Tickets: $65.00 taxes included (limited seats available) Supporting Partners:     Technology Partner: Hosts:   Question about this event? Contact: events@allamadvisorygroup.com  ...