Selling products in the United States can often feel like walking through a minefield, everything seems fine until you take one wrong step. For Israeli
A tool that can’t do the job is merely a prop. Replace the prop or accept the theater. Empty seats told the story on September
Part of the series, Doing Business in the United States: A Legal and Strategic Guide for Israeli Companies by Michael Ehrenstein, Attorney-at-Law A successful exit
This opinion article was featured in the Jerusalem Post on September 22, 2025. Israel’s neighbors and regional players also want to be rid of Hamas.
A business partner dispute is never a pleasant experience. In the United States, such disputes tend to end up in lengthy court proceedings, under strict
U.S. capital is enticing. It can transform a small, promising Israeli startup into a global player. However, alongside these immense opportunities, there are significant risks.
Doing Business in the United States: A Legal and Strategic Guide for Israeli Companies By Michael Ehrenstein, Esq. For many Israeli companies, entering the U.S.
Why does Gaza dominate the global stage while famines such as the one unfolding now in Sudan barely register? Opinion Piece by Michael Ehrenstein The
Watch Michael Ehrenstein’s interview on i24 News regarding this ruling here, and read the ruling here. In a historic ruling handed down this week,
France has announced its intent to recognize a Palestinian state. The headlines frame this as a diplomatic earthquake. For many Israelis and Zionists, it feels
In previous articles, we explored how Israeli companies often struggle to comply with U.S. labor laws and explained how to properly protect intellectual property and
The “Am KeLavi” war has proven that Israel knows how to handle massive rocket barrages. A review of the impressive interception rates—standing at 85%-90% throughout
The following are the AI notes from the meeting. Abacus members may view the recording of the meeting at https://connect.abacusworldwide.org/manual/sig-legal/article/recoding-the-law-firm-agility-as-a-strategic-imperative-amidst-uncertainty-june-3rd-2025 Recoding the Law Firm: Agility
Second article in a series on legal pitfalls for Israeli businesses operating in the United States In the previous article, we examined how Israeli businesses
Over the past decade, with the flourishing of Israeli innovation and increasing accessibility to global markets, a growing number of Israeli companies have chosen to
The volume of trade between the United States and Israel is expected to reach $50 billion in 2025, according to estimates by the U.S. Trade
The United States Supreme Court is poised to weigh in on a case with global implications—not just for a group of Hasidic Jews seeking the
Big Verdict. Bigger Message. A U.S. jury has ordered Israeli spyware-maker NSO Group to pay $168 million in damages for its 2019 Pegasus attack on
A recently filed lawsuit by American victims of the October 7 Hamas attacks targets Palestinian-American businessman Bashar Masri, alleging he knowingly supported terrorism under the
In a landmark decision that could reshape the legal landscape for victims of the October 7 attacks, the Trump administration proclaimed that UNRWA (the United
In recent years, the importance of the international legal arena in the fight against terror-supporting entities has become increasingly evident. Nevertheless, the State of Israel
A federal judge in the Southern District of New York has dismissed a class action securities fraud lawsuit brought against Mobileye Global Inc., a leading
WhatsApp sued NSO in 2019, alleging that NSO used its Pegasus spyware to hack into the devices of at least 1,400 WhatsApp users—including journalists, diplomats,
The Trump administration’s Department of Justice has requested that a U.S. court handling a massive lawsuit against the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)
Congress wants to give American victims of terrorism their day in court. The Constitution may not let them. This week, the U.S. Supreme Court will
The Trump administration has issued an executive order pausing enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), a landmark anti-bribery law that has governed U.S.
Yesterday, the United States 5th Circuit Court of Appeals published its decision in Baker Hughes Saudi Arabia Company Limited v. Dynamic Industries Incorporated et al.
We are thrilled to announce a recent ruling from the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals affirming the dismissal of a $1.1 billion lawsuit against the
Ehrenstein|Sager has been recognized by the Chambers Spotlight Florida 2025 Guide for its international work. According to Chambers and Partners, this selection “reflects the ability,
President Biden’s upcoming trip to Angola in October is poised to be a significant step in reinforcing the United States’ engagement in Africa, particularly through
We recently resolved a catastrophic injury claim for a client who paid nothing out of pocket towards resolution. In that case, an individual (“plaintiff”) suffered
Celebrating Milestones and Recognizing Challenges The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has reached a pivotal moment, with countries like South Africa demonstrating their commitment
As of Jan. 1, nearly 33 million companies are required to disclose their beneficial owners to the U.S. Department of the Treasury through the Financial
Get ready to lift off into the future! The long-anticipated era of eVTOL air transportation has touched down, promising a revolutionary shift in how we
Exploring the complexities of using blockchain evidence in legal trials, Brett Sager discusses the unique challenges and potential hurdles, like hearsay and authentication, given the
We are proud to announce we have secured a historic victory for Angola in a $1.1B power plant suit. This milestone verdict makes it the
On April 25, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case that could determine whether Russian businessman Vitaly Ivanovich Smagin can use U.S.
Want to know how smart litigators approach digital assets in discovery? Brett Sager’s latest article in Law360 has the answer. Read the full article HERE
The team at Ehrenstein|Sager was recently privileged to be at the Daily Business Review’s 2023 Florida Legal Awards. Check out Law.com’s feature with Mike discussing
In his latest podcast interview, Brett Sager highlights how PTE games offer a unique opportunity for investors to have fun while earning profits, provided they
The US Supreme Court recently made a groundbreaking ruling with major implications for foreign states and state-owned entities. Find out why this decision could lead to an increase in prosecutions, impacting national security, diplomatic relations, and enforcement priorities. Dive into the details and the potential challenges ahead. Click to read more in our latest blog post. #SupremeCourtRuling #ForeignStatesProsecutions #ImplicationsAndBalancingActs
Our very own business attorney Latasha Johnson discusses the challenges facing the auto industry’s shift to electric vehicles (EVs) in her latest contributing article, Balancing
“When we [boutique law firms] are competing with global law firms, there is no doubt that these global law firms have more resources; more money
In our latest blog, we take a closer look at the recent Naftogaz ruling and the complexities of collecting on a $5 billion award.
Should the US comply with the recent ICJ ruling on Iran? Our latest article examines the history of US objections to ICJ jurisdiction and the potential implications of compliance. Don’t miss out on this insightful analysis of the delicate balance between sovereignty and international law. #ICJ #Iran #US #sovereignty #internationalrelations
While arbitration is generally perceived as a faster and more cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation, this is not always the case in the international context. Learn why in our latest blog post on the topic.
In his latest published article, Brett Sager provides some key takeaways for anyone considering investing in Play-to-Earn games. With the metaverse expected to become “widespread”
In his latest interview with Law360, Mike discusses the small size of Ehrenstein|Sager as an asset when working with sovereign nations. Click here to read
Brett Sager recently contributed this excellent piece to @Law360 discussing the risks associated with metaverse gaming. At Ehrenstein|Sager, we work at the cutting edge of the law. Learn why in this excellent piece. Great job, Brett!
Mike was recently honored to provide a presentation at the Abacus Conference on the topic of having an international litigation mindset. Check out the slides from his presentation in our latest blog post.
Here’s another LCA interview from a few weeks ago. Great topic!
Check out Mike’s latest LCA Interview!
We litigate sovereign immunity and international arbitration cases. That’s why we were delighted when Mike appeared on the D.C. Bar Communities’ podcast, Brief Encounters, to
Mike Ehrenstein was interviewed on Alexander Spencer’s “The Bottom Line” podcast about critical terms in international business transactions. You won’t want to miss this one.
Congratulations Brett!
Have a look at Mike’s latest article published in The New Energy Republic Magazine. In this piece, he discusses energy opportunities for Africa in the current geopolitical environment.
The HACT Act — which enjoys growing support in Congress but less in the White House — would allow lawsuits in U.S. courts against state-sponsored hackers.
Female attorneys are paid only .85 cents for every dollar earned by their male counterparts. That’s why Mike’s latest interview with Marguerite Willis on the topic of gender diversity in the legal profession is so important.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit clarified its prior case law signaling increased openness to use Title 28 of the U.S. Code, Section 1782 petitions seeking evidence for use in post-judgment, non-U.S. proceedings, which represents a broad new interpretation of how Section 1782 can be used.
We are really proud of this interview Mike did with Mary Macklin. Have a look in our latest blog!
Join us for another great LCA question session, bringing Mike Ehrenstein together with other influential people in law. In this latest interview, he speaks with 2019 President Ken DeMoura. Have a look and listen!
Ehrenstein|Sager recently won a decisive victory on behalf of the country of Angola in the U.S. Second Circuit Court of Appeals
2022 LCA President Michael Ehrenstein and LCA President-Elect Adam Arceneaux discuss civility in the legal profession.
Should the U.S. be exposed to actions brought in foreign courts by ruling that Nigeria waived its right to sovereign immunity simply by signing the New York Convention? Read our analysis on our latest blog.
Learn more about our thoughts on how the war in Ukraine presents opportunities in Africa while also raising questions regarding the motivations of global power players.
2022 LCA President Mike Ehrenstein discusses legal marketing with Ross Fishman, CEO of Fishman Marketing. How can you take your legal marketing efforts to the next level? Check out the letter from Mike below, along with a link to the full interview:
LCA President Mike Ehrenstein interviews LCA Senior Fellow Sidney Kanazawa about diversity in litigation and trial practices. View his letter to the ACA with an imbedded link to the interview here:
In our latest blog post, we take a closer look at how 2020 was the worst year airlines have ever had. We’ll dig into the numbers and demonstrate just how bad it was. We’ll also discuss how things are looking in 2022. Join us.
An interesting Supreme Court case involving art plundered by Nazis nearly 80 years ago pits Spanish law versus California law. Which applies will determine who prevails. Learn more in our latest blog post.
We are proud to announce Mike Ehrenstein’s first letter to his fellows as 2022 President of the Litigation Counsel of America. Find the full letter through the link below:
When it comes to a massive disaster like the one that happened with the Boeing 737 MAX, those harmed goes beyond the obvious. Check out our analysis in our latest blog post.
The Litigation Counsel of America is proud to announce that Michael D. Ehrenstein, founder of the international business litigation boutique, EhrensteinǀSager, in Coral Gables, Florida, has been named
A dismissal based on a muddled arbitral jurisdiction underscores why participants in international litigation or arbitration require skilled counsel.
Dana Gas Co. secured a settlement totaling a cost of $607.5 million dollars as a result of arbitration with Crescent National Gas Company. The appeal from National Iranian OIl had been started in 2014, and was denied by the English High Court. Arbitration is set to continue throughout 2022-2023 as there is still unresolved payment based on the 25 year agreement between the companies.
The future of Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases is changing rapidly as the Foreign Sovereign Immunity Act is dissected and iterated. The case between Kumtor and the Kyrgyzstan government ultimately leads to a globally impactful question: At what point is immunity via the Foreign Sovereign Immunity Act (FSIA) revoked? Is there any legal basis for blatant instances of swift and harsh governmental action within their own jurisdiction?
Implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is an enormous task, but there’s widespread political support and enthusiasm for the trade pact, which are two critical elements for its success.
The Influencers – The Africa Continental Free Trade Agreement: Mike Ehrenstein, a partner with Ehrenstein Sager and NJ Ayuk of NJ Ayuk in Johannesburg, joins
The Department of Defense proposes set guidelines be established for aerospace operations that would govern businesses as well as national defense. Here’s what you need to know:
The SolarWinds and Colonial Pipeline cyber attacks were devastating. Would amending the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Ac help reduce these types of crimes or provide solid legal recourse for victims? Probably not, legal and cybersecurity experts say. Here’s why.
Ehrenstein|Sager prevails by persuading a U.S. Court to rule that Angola is a suitable forum and to reject Plaintiffs’ suggestion of Angolan corruption.
The Supreme Court failed to rule on a sticky issue surrounding the role of courts in arbitration.
The World Bank received a recommendation from the UK to take a "nature-friendly approach" to its investments, limiting funding for coal, oil and gas in favor of climate-friendly initiatives. While this is a well-intentioned move it will have an unfair disparate impact on underdeveloped nations. Africa will be at a particular disadvantage, as it sits atop oil and gas wealth that it is only now beginning to properly exploit.
The beleaguered 737 Max has overcome several obstacles as it takes to the skies again, but legal and PR problems will persist.
Can one country be held legally responsible for the global pandemic? Our latest blog explores the obstacles presented by the Foreign Sovereign Immunity Act.
If you’re at an impasse in a legal dispute, understanding the pros and cons of mediation, arbitration, and litigation is essential.
Sudan once again has sovereign immunity — with one major exception.
Now the real work begins: The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) launched on January 1, but its full implementation is expected to take decades. Here’s why.
Please click on the link for a copy of the PowerPoint Presentation: PRACTICAL ZOOM DEPOSITION TIPS PRESENTATION
NJ Ayuk recently wrote that no good will come from the No Oil Producing and Exporting Cartels Act of 2018 (commonly referred to as NOPEC) presently pending in Congress.
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November 3 – 5, 2019 in Singapore– Ehrenstein|Sager is pleased to announce that Michael D. Ehrenstein, Esq. attended the 7th Annual World Conference of Abacus
Ehrenstein|Sager is pleased to announce that Michael Ehrenstein and Brett Sager have each been selected by the The National Trial Lawyers as distinguished trial lawyers
The African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) will spur substantial additional U.S. investment in Africa’s oil and power industries. The AfCFTA envisions a continent-wide single
Of Counsel Interview with Michael Ehrenstein When you talk to Michael Ehrenstein, you come away charmed by his easy going nature, modesty, sense of humor,
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U.S. National Security Advisor Ambassador John Bolton recently announced America’s new Africa focused strategy — a strategy which aims to further U.S. interests in Africa
