MCLE Austin-UK Cross-Border Trade: Legal & Business Considerations

Join us for an engaging panel discussion on the legal, regulatory, and strategic issues impacting businesses engaged in trade and investment between Austin and the UK. This event will bring together industry-leading attorneys and business experts to share insights on employment law, corporate structuring, immigration pathways, taxation, and compliance with evolving trade regulations.

✅ Complimentary Lunch – Enjoy lunch provided by the hosts starting at 11:30 AM.
✅ Expert Panel Discussion – Gain insights from top professionals in employment law, corporate law, immigration, tax compliance, and cross-border transactions.

🔹 Amy Beckstead (Beckstead, Terry, Ditto PLLC) – Employment law expert licensed in Texas and California.
🔹 Mehron Azarmehr (ALG) – Immigration lawyer specializing in employment-based visas and international workforce mobility.
🔹 Allison DeFrees (ALG) – Immigration lawyer specializing in visa issues including intra-company transferee, and investor visas.

🔹 Paul Callaghan (Taylor Wessing) – Employment law specialist assisting US businesses expanding into the UK and Europe.
🔹 Charlie Pring (Taylor Wessing) – Corporate immigration attorney advising on workforce mobility and compliance.
🔹 Aysha Doman (Kastner Gravelle) – Counsels employers on a broad range of employment matters.
🔹 Roland Peña (Opportunity Austin) – Advisor to executives, startups, and sports coaches and athletes on the intersection of culture, leadership, and teamwork

Legal & Regulatory Landscape for Cross-Border Trade – Understanding trade agreements, post-Brexit considerations, and regulatory compliance.
Employment Law in Europe – Key differences between US and European employment laws, and business-friendly jurisdictions.
Business Structuring & Cross-Border Transactions – Best practices for setting up operations, contract enforcement, and intellectual property protection.

Immigration & Workforce Mobility – Visa pathways, compliance for multinational employers, and hiring across borders.
Taxation & Compliance Strategies – VAT, corporate tax considerations, and tax treaty implications for US-UK businesses.

Dispute Resolution & Contract Enforcement – Litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution methods in the US and UK.

11:30 AM – Lunch Provided
11:45 AM – Opening Remarks & Introductions
12:00 PM – Panel Discussions on Legal, Employment, Immigration & Business Considerations
1:15 PM – Audience Q&A & Wrap-Up

🌍 Business Owners & Entrepreneurs expanding operations globally.
⚖️ Legal Professionals specializing in cross-border business law and immigration.
🏢 HR & Talent Acquisition Leaders managing international hiring and workforce mobility.

✅ FREE to attend, but registration is required. Seating is limited – reserve your spot now!
✅ CLE Credit Available – Certificates of attendance provided upon request.
✅ Parking – Parking garage located on Colorado St. between 6th and 7th St.

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We look forward to seeing you there!

Host or Publisher Austin Talent Forum