International
Jackson Walker’s Global Reach
Jackson Walker acts for clients engaged in a broad range of transnational activities and provides a full range of corporate, financial, and tax planning advice. Foreign and U.S. clients call upon Jackson Walker to assist in their penetration and development of markets, to provide advice, negotiation skills and connections, and to play a major role in dispute resolution through counseling, litigation, mediation, or arbitration. Jackson Walker has an established network of correspondent law firms and is a founding member of Globalaw™, a network of independent law firms located in more than 80 countries.
Jackson Walker’s international energy practice covers advocacy, negotiations and documentation involving exploration and production projects, pipeline projects, development of gathering and processing plants and other midstream assets, development of gas storage facilities, development of gas fired and thermal electric power plants, evaluation of gas and electric utility transmission and distribution systems, development of LNG plants and extensive matters relating to transportation of LNG, development of petrochemical plants, and financing and operational matters.
The firm’s attorneys handle on a daily basis transactions involving Mexican companies doing business in the United States and U.S. companies investing in or trading with Mexico, and Jackson Walker’s Litigation Section handles the resolution of disputes arising from transnational transactions involving Mexico.
Membership in Globalaw
Globalaw™, The International Law Group, is a worldwide network of independent law firms, comprising firms representing over 80 jurisdictions. Through Globalaw and the other relationships established by Jackson Walker with attorneys throughout the world, Jackson Walker attorneys have access to local attorneys in foreign jurisdictions with the skills and connections essential for our clients’ development of their foreign businesses.
Jackson Walker is a founding member of Globalaw™ and its attorneys are regular participants in the national and international meetings of the network and its practice groups. Active involvement in the network has allowed the firm’s attorneys to establish close relationships that enable Jackson Walker to provide effective foreign counsel for U.S. clients doing transnational business.
All of the Globalaw™ firms share common characteristics. Most are of medium size, as defined by their various jurisdictions, with the ability to devote personal attention to their clients. Many are active in the International Bar Association. All have broadly based commercial, corporate, and business practices. All have litigation capabilities and transnational as well as domestic practices.
While Globalaw™ is an informal network of independent, self-governing firms, it remains an invaluable forum through which Jackson Walker attorneys have access to international information, developments, and foreign counsel to enable us to work with the firm’s clients to provide legal advice and access to business particularities in foreign jurisdictions.
The firm’s practice representing U.S. based investors and businesses in their efforts to reach global markets includes:
- Access to foreign markets through agency, distributor, franchise and joint venture agreements;
- Structuring, negotiating and documenting mergers, acquisitions of companies and assets, and strategic alliances;
- Establishment of foreign operations, including organization of foreign entities, movement of U.S. personnel to foreign countries, and related labor, benefits and tax issues;
- Litigation, mediation, and arbitration;
- Protection of intellectual property abroad and the licensing of technology and intellectual property;
- Letters of credit and other financing of equity and debt requirements; and
- Handling international tax issues and disputes with taxing authorities.
For foreign entities and other foreign persons, Jackson Walker attorneys act in the United States to do the following:
- Defend clients sued or involved in arbitration in the United States or pursue remedies for foreign entities or individuals in United States in State and Federal courts and through arbitration;
- Advise upon and implement the issuance of shares and ADRs or other equity by foreign issuers in the United States securities markets, both public and private;
- Prosecute patent, trademark, and copyright matters, including licensing of technology;
- Advise upon domestic and foreign tax matters, including tax treaty problems and direct and indirect foreign tax credit matters, and provide counseling for general tax and business planning;
- Structure, negotiate and document acquisitions and dispositions of companies (public and private) and assets to achieve clients’ tax, legal, and business strategies;
- Structure sales and/or leasing transactions, with a particular emphasis on representation, distribution, licensing, franchising, and financing agreements;
- Negotiate and document joint venture agreements and strategic alliances;
- Advise upon trade matters;
- Counsel clients regarding compliance with treaties and regulations;
- Provide advice and processing regarding visa, immigration, and naturalization matters;
- Counsel clients on U.S. estate planning, working with their local advisors, and prepare wills and trusts to implement the plans; and
- Select and establish appropriate investment structures to achieve client goals.
Jackson Walker Advises the Verzatec Group in Acquisition of Plastiglas de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.
Jackson Walker, in collaboration with Gifak Asesores, S.C. (“Gifak”), a law firm based in Monterrey, Mexico, advised Grupo Verzatec, S.A. de C.V. (“Verzatec”) in the acquisition, through two of its subsidiaries, of Plastiglas de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. The transaction was led by Gifak serving as Mexican counsel with Jackson Walker as U.S. counsel.
Client Results • October 10, 2024
German Client OKE Group Acquires Plastics Manufacturer for Automotive Industry
Germany-based OKE Group GmbH and its United States subsidiary, OKE USA Holding, Inc., has acquired Polymerica Limited Company d/b/a Global Enterprises. With this acquisition, OKE has secured a footprint in North America and more capacities in eastern Europe.
Client Results • July 24, 2024
Jackson Walker Advises Grupo Cuprum in $280 Million Syndicated Loan
Jackson Walker represented Grupo Cuprum, S.A.P.I. de C.V. (“Grupo Cuprum”), the largest aluminum extruder in Latin America, in the closure of a new $280 million syndicated loan. BBVA México acted as Sole Lead Arranger and Bookrunner for the transaction.
Client Results • July 17, 2023
Jackson Walker Represents Novaria Group in Completing Six Acquisitions in Seven Months
Novaria Group, a leading manufacturer of specialty hardware, components, and coatings for the aerospace and defense industries, recently completed its acquisition of STROCO Manufacturing, Inc. This deal marks the sixth acquisition Novaria has announced from December of 2021 through July of 2022, taking place after its successful acquisitions of FMi Chemical, Hohman Plating, Advanced Coating, Hydro Fitting, and GK Mechanical Systems.
Client Results • September 27, 2022
Jackson Walker Advises Montana Instruments Corporation in Acquisition by Atlas Copco
Atlas Copco, a Swedish industrial tools and equipment manufacturer, has announced the acquisition of client Montana Instruments Corporation for an undisclosed purchase price. The acquisition is expected to close during the fourth quarter of 2022.
Client Results • August 29, 2022
Jackson Walker Serves as US Counsel to Grupo Lamosa in Acquisition of Grupo Roca’s Flat Ceramic Division
Jackson Walker acted as U.S. counsel to Grupo Lamosa, S.A.B. de C.V., one of the world’s leading ceramic tile manufacturers, in the purchase of Grupo Roca’s flat ceramic division for $260 million. The transaction includes the acquisition of Tiles Investments and Holdings, SL and its subsidiaries, which have a presence in Spain, Brazil, and the United States.
Client Results • August 30, 2021
Jackson Walker Advises Grupo Cuprum in Sale of Two Mexican Subsidiaries to National Material of Mexico
Carlos Treviño and Michael Flatter advised Grupo Cuprum, the largest aluminum extruder in Latin America, in its sale of two Mexican subsidiaries to National Material of Mexico, a subsidiary of National Material, L.P. The deal was announced on July 1, and terms were not disclosed.
Client Results • July 8, 2021
In Cooperation with Globalaw Affiliate, Jackson Walker Achieves Favorable Results for Client
In cooperation with our Montreal Globalaw affiliate, Morency, a Jackson Walker team of attorneys successfully represented four individuals in a case alleging theft of trade secrets, breach of fiduciary duty, computer hacking, and other claims.
Client Results • June 22, 2016
Supreme Court Rules IEEPA Does Not Authorize Tariffs
By Dyana Mardon, Cameron A. Secord, and Robert L. Soza
On Friday, February 20, the Supreme Court in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump held that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize the President to impose tariffs. The decision resolves consolidated challenges to certain IEEPA based tariffs—including a 25% duty on most Canadian and Mexican imports, 10–20% on Chinese imports, and a baseline 10% “reciprocal” tariff on all trading partners.
Insights • February 21, 2026
Jackson Walker Partner Kelly Cobb to Share Immigration Insights in Global Mobility Webinar
Jackson Walker partner Kelly D. Cobb will join a webinar panel discussion sponsored by the British-American Business Council (BABC) called “Navigating U.S. Immigration and Global Mobility: What You Need to Know Now,” to be held on November 5 at 11:30 a.m. via Zoom.
Speaking Engagements • October 30, 2025
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Features 350 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2026 Edition, Including 10 “Lawyers of the Year” and 106 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America, a widely regarded guide to legal excellence, has recognized 350 Jackson Walker attorneys across 87 specialty practice areas in its 2026 edition, including 10 Lawyers of the Year and 106 Ones to Watch.
Attorney News • August 21, 2025
Juan Alcala Joins Jackson Walker, Expanding International Arbitration and Cross-Border Litigation Capabilities
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Juan M. Alcala, a highly respected trial attorney with a distinguished record in international arbitration and cross-border litigation, has joined the firm as a partner in the Trial & Appellate Litigation group in our Austin office.
Attorney News • July 10, 2025
Tariffs Update: U.S. Largely Reverses 25% Tariffs on Imports from Mexico and Canada; Maintains an Additional 10% Tariff on All Imports from China
By Robert L. Soza, Jr., Cameron A. Secord, and Sherry Mathews
Within 48 hours of announcing 25% tariffs on imports of Mexico and most imports of Canada, the U.S. largely reversed course Thursday afternoon and announced goods eligible for treatment under the 2020 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (“USMCA”) could enter the United States duty free until April 2, 2025.
Insights • March 7, 2025
U.S. Imposes 25% Duty on Imports from Mexico and Canada Effective March 4, 2025
By Robert L. Soza, Jr., Cameron A. Secord, and Sherry Mathews
Pursuant to Notices issued by Department of Homeland Security Secretary on Monday, March 3, 2025, United States Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) will begin collecting a duty of 25% on most products of Mexico and Canada (“First CAMX Tariffs”) imported into the United States.
Insights • March 5, 2025
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Features 306 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2025 Edition, Including 9 “Lawyers of the Year” and 75 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 306 Jackson Walker attorneys across 81 specialty practice areas in its 2025 edition, including 9 Lawyers of the Year and 75 Ones to Watch. In this year’s guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (75 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (55 attorneys) and the addition of 27 attorneys as Best Lawyers.
Attorney News • August 15, 2024
