Bernstein Shur’s expertise in cross-border transactions is based on a century of advancing international business and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) from our offices on the US-Canadian border.
We leverage our understanding of applicable treaties, international taxation, corporate structuring, IP protection, and regulatory requirements to support both in-bound and out-bound investments. We provide comprehensive and efficient solutions for non-US companies across all sectors forming companies and strengthening positions in North America.
What we do
We counsel leading global companies, financial institutions, investment funds and NGOs in all aspects of international law and strategy. Our institutional knowledge results in excellence through the framing of cross-border corporate structures and in negotiating complex transactions. Our team has a combined sense of global streets-smarts and a respect for all parties.
Bernstein Shur is the exclusive State of Maine member of Lex Mundi, a global network of 160 premier law firms in 100+ countries. This global service platform gives our clients direct access to top-tier counsel around the world—and gives us the ability to manage projects and to solve complex challenges across multiple jurisdictions.
Our attorneys specialize in:
- Structuring international corporate entities, joint ventures, and strategic alliances
- Cross-border M&A and direct foreign investment, including in the energy sector
- Global licensing and distribution agreements
- International taxation
- Intellectual property protection
- U.S. market entry for foreign companies
- Regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions
- Legal support for NGOs and charitable organizations operating abroad
- Cross-border dispute resolution and arbitration
Why choose us
From the start, by geographic necessity, Bernstein Shur’s professionals have been focused on international law and cross-border business. We understand the complexities of the global regulatory landscape and purposefully bring value-add to each transaction.
We know how to position foreign companies for success in the U.S. market, including optimal approaches for forming holding and operating companies here and for the repatriation of funds.
In advising U.S. companies regarding out-bound strategies, we know how to maximize successes and hedge against risk. We have a breadth of valuable go-to outside attorneys and business allies which are time-tested.
Our clients also value us for our understanding of the variables which are outside of a typical domestic deal, including our commitment to stay current. For example, as active participants in organizations as diverse as the International Trademark Association, Colombian-American Chamber of Commerce, Maine International Trade Center, and ABA’s International Practice Section, we are fully engaged and aware.