In this episode of Studying Law Around the World, host Claudio Klaus speaks with Tomas Ballarati, an Argentinian and American lawyer licensed in both Argentina and California.
Tomas shares his journey from studying law in Córdoba, Argentina, to earning an LL.M. at George Mason University, passing the California Bar Exam, and building a unique cross-border legal practice.
We discuss:
How to practice law across multiple jurisdictions
The importance of language skills for international lawyers
Building a career that bridges Argentina and the U.S.
Cross-border business formation, contracts, tax, and immigration issues
Balancing firm work with an independent practice
How publishing on LinkedIn and running a newsletter (Cross-Border Insights) helped expand his career
This episode is a must-listen for law students, internationally trained lawyers, and anyone interested in international business law and cross-border practice.
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