Legal Resources

Exporters are frequently faced with legal issues, such as those relating to agent/distributor agreements, protection of intellectual property rights and appropriate licensing arrangements, which can determine the viability of a successful export transaction. Although the Department of Commerce cannot provide legal counseling, there are many legal resources available to help small companies with exporting.

Export Legal Assistance Network (ELAN)

Other legal resources

How can I avoid having to resolve legal disputes in courts or through international legal bureaucracies?

Information on alternative dispute resolution (ADR)

Are there any additional ways to get assistance in resolving a trade dispute?