http://internationallawsection.org/ The Florida Bar International Law Section en-us http://internationallawsection.org/images/logo.gif http://internationallawsection.org/ legal@cyberlaw.info http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=22 By Peter A. Quinter and Caleb W. Sullivan pquinter@becker-poliakoff.com csullivan@becker-poliakoff.com Tel. 954.985.4101 Fax 954.985.4176 With increasing frequency, international business travelers are being confronted with the distinct possibility that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“U.S. Customs”) may seize and extensively examine the content of laptop devices routinely carried across international borders. Business travelers, concerned in large measure about the security and protection of proprietary and personal information stored on laptops and other electronic devices are complaining about the justification and intrusiveness of these searches. Not surprisingly, such developments have led to the filing of lawsuits in some jurisdictions as to whether or not U.S. Customs’ actions are constitutional and, if so, within the administrative authority of U.S. Customs. Click here to read the entire article in PDF format. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=21 By Peter A. Quinter and Caleb W. Sullivan pquinter@becker-poliakoff.com csullivan@becker-poliakoff.com Tel. 954.985.4101 Fax 954.985.4176 The U.S. Census Bureau is reportedly close to issuing a Final Rule which shall require the mandatory filing of export information through the Automated Export System (“AES”) for all shipments where a Shipper’s Export Declaration (“SED”) is presently permitted. The Final Rule will entirely phase out the paper version of the SED (Form 7525-V), substantially increase penalties for untimely or inaccurately filed Electronic Export Information (“EEI”), and specify time frames within which EEI must be transmitted to the exporting carrier depending upon the mode of transportation. It will also provide for regulatory enforcement through three agencies including U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) of the U.S. Department of Commerce. The Final Rule, through the amendment of many exiting regulations, will have broad ramifications for exporters, freight forwarders, and carriers. Therefore, a thorough understanding of the rule and its impact on the international trade community is absolutely essential. Click here to read the entire article in PDF format. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=20 By Jennifer Diaz jdiaz@becker-poliakoff.com Tel. 954.985.6807 Fax 954.985.4176 Who knew dental floss was a medical device regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)? What about contact lenses, tongue depressors, or bedpans? How about pacemakers? You guessed it, they all are! Click here to read the entire article in PDF format. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=19 J. Brock McClane Chair The Florida Bar International Law Section McClane Tessitore www.mcclanetessitore.com 215 E. Livingston Street Orlando, Florida 32801 United States 407 872 0600 x101 407 872 1227 (fax) 407 402 9935 jbm@mcclanepa.com It was great seeing all who attended the receptions, committee meetings, luncheon and executive council meeting in Boca Raton last Thursday and Friday. All events were well attended and the meetings productive. I am excited to see the momentum already there so that we don’t delay in executing our ambitious goals for the upcoming retreat, this year’s international litigation seminar, the expanded Vis Moot Precompetition in Orlando, the second annual international transactions seminar and our sponsored legislation. As a reminder, committee meetings and executive council meetings are open to all members of the international law section. If you are interested in taking part or just sitting in, you are welcome to join. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=18 You can view and download the Spring 2008 International Law Quarterly by clicking here. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=17 To the Members of the Florida Bar International Law Section: Win a cruise on Holland America and Help Grow the ILS! Know someone who might be interested in joining ILS? Get them to join, and your name will be put into a drawing for a chance to win a 3-day, 2 night cruise on Holland America for 2. The more new members you sponsor, the more chances you have to win! http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=16 Florida Coastal School of Law wins the Jessup Super-Regional Moot Court Competition in Miami. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=15 You can view and download the Winter 2008 International Law Quarterly by clicking here. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=14 You can view and download the Fall 2007 International Law Quarterly by clicking here. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=13 Edward Harrison Davis, Jr.ILS Chair (2007-2008)Astigarraga Davis Mullins & Grossman, P.A.701 Brickell Ave., Ste. 1650Miami, FL 33131-2847(305)372-8282Fax: (305)372-8202Email: edavis@astidavis.com http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=12 You can view and download the Summer 2007 International Law Quarterly by clicking here. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=11 To the Members of The Florida Bar International Law Section: Please review the Section Report prepared by Francisco Corrales, Treasurer, regarding upcoming events, updates and more... http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=10 The Florida Bar International Law Section Retreat (�ILS Retreat�) was held on Friday, January 19, 2007 at the Four Seasons Hotel, in Miami, Florida from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The following constitutes a summary of some of the most popular recommendations and/or ideas discussed at the ILS Retreat. In order to properly focus our attention and ensure that the most favorable ideas are put into action, we ask that you take a few minutes to review the below list and let us know which idea or ideas you most recommend. You may reply via e-mail to fdistaulo@kpkb.com or afroelic@flabar.org. Alternatively, please feel free to use the polling features that have been set up on the ILS Website. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=9 You can view and download the Fall-Winter 2007 International Law Quarterly by clicking here. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=8 Francesca Russo-Di Staulo ILS Chair (2006-2007) Francesca Russo-Di Staulo Kluger Peretz Kaplan and Berlin Pl. 201 S. Biscayne Blvd., Fl. 17 Miami, FL 33131-4325 (305) 379-9000 � Fax: (305) 379-3428 fdistaulo@kpkb.com NEW CHAIR'S REMARKS-JUNE 2006 (Boca Raton Resort & Club) Dear Executive Council Members, and fellow executive committee members, thank you. I want to thank each and every one of you for granting me the honor and privilege of serving as Chair of the International Law Section for this upcoming year. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=7 You can view and download the Summer 2006 International Law Quarterly by clicking here. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=6 Click here to view the 2005-2006 Florida Bar International Law Section Annual Report. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5 You can view and download the Winter 2006 International Law Quarterly by clicking here. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=4 Click here to view the 2006 ILS Budget - Statement of Operation. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=3 John H. Rooney, Jr. ILS Chair (2005-2006) I want to thank each of you for giving me this opportunity to serve as Chair of the International Law Section for the 2005�2006 term. Our Section, year after year, has built on the efforts and accomplishments of a dedicated team of volunteers committed to raising the profile of Florida as a venue for providers of international legal services. You have worked tirelessly to provide an impressive array of quality programs that permit each of us to acquire needed skills and to stay current in our chosen areas of practice. I would be remiss in not pointing out one of those accomplishments: The new ILS section webpage, which can be found at www.internationallawsection.org. Take a look at it and let us know what you think. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2 Lucius Smejda ILS Chair (2004-2005) This year we focused on improving our internal functioning and organization as well as expanding our international outreach programs. The Chair�s objectives included primarily to establish solid and efficacious foundations for the continued movement of our Section towards world wide dynamism. http://internationallawsection.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=1 David S. Willig ILS Chair (2003-2004) As I embark on the year ahead for the chair's mandate, as I survey all that I may behold within the International Law Section, I see that it is good. As both a participant and an observer over a number of years, I've seen many members come and go. In no particular order, I can attest that only a handful remain active over the entire course of a career, and fewer still throughout Section history. These would include, of course, none other than the likes of Drucilla Bell, Bill Hill, Jack Bierley and Bob Hendry, some of whom have been around the Section since, well, since before it was a Section.