Armed conflict and the threat of it around the globe dominates headlines today. While there is no greater concern than the loss of life this violence creates, the impact of these global conflicts on the marketplace is a serious one. Akerman lawyers Luis A. Perez, Ildefonso P. Mas, Andrew J. Dominguez, and Odette Ponce provide legal insight on the matter in an article recently published by the International Bar Association.

The team tackles the mounting challenges companies doing business in conflict zones face as scrutiny through existing sanctions is ratcheted up and new sanctions are introduced. The authors note that these issues further complicate questions of jurisdictional authority and access, leading them to anticipate an increase in arbitration proceedings. To that end, they also provide thoughts on how to minimize exposure to and prepare for these challenges.