Insights | Kobre & Kim — Disputes and Investigations

Publications October 20, 2025

Michael Kim to Be Featured on Brazilian Legal Podcast “Direito de Resposta”

On November 3, Michael Kim, will be featured on the Brazilian podcast Direito de Resposta, hosted by Renato Sapiro. The podcast focuses on interviews to key figures in the legal industry to discuss careers, trends, and interesting facts.

Client Alert October 16, 2025

The Potential of Delaware Trust Structures to Mitigate Creditor Risk

Delaware’s Domestic Asset Protection Trusts (DAPTs) remain powerful tools for shielding assets, offering unique defenses against creditor claims and legal challenges.
Delaware law protects settlors from fraudulent transfer claims, insulates trusts from “illusory trust” arguments, and enforces Delaware law even when challenged elsewhere.
For debtors, understanding and strategically leveraging these features can help preserve assets and strengthen protection against aggressive creditors.

Client Alert October 9, 2025

How to Avoid a Hollow Win: Enforcing Civil Law Judgments in Common Law Courts

A recent Texas decision denying enforcement of a Dubai judgment shows that success in a civil law court does not guarantee recognition in all common law jurisdictions.
To avoid a hollow victory, creditors must plan ahead and take additional steps to ensure they can demonstrate due process, valid service, and procedural fairness.

Client Alert October 2, 2025

U.S. Task Forces Target Companies and Individuals Linked to China

The U.S. is ramping up cross-border enforcement with two new fraud task forces targeting non-U.S. entities, particularly those linked to China.
These companies should proactively manage disinformation, coordinate legal and communications strategies, and review asset structures with experienced counsel to mitigate escalating risks.

Client Alert September 26, 2025

Considerations for Navigating Asset Protection and Wealth Structures in Cyprus

Cyprus is emerging as a hub for wealth structuring and investment, offering legal flexibility, EU market access, and favorable tax treatment.
Success, however, requires proactive structuring, coordination across legal regimes, and integrated tax advisory to ensure defensible and resilient asset protection.

Client Alert September 18, 2025

Kobre & Kim Selected as a Finalist for The American Lawyer Specialty Litigation Department of the Year

The American Lawyer’s selection of Kobre & Kim as one of its Specialty Litigation Department of the Year finalists reflects several high-stakes victories.

Client Alert September 17, 2025

Brazilian "Blocking Statute" Reshaping the Global Landscape

In light of the sanctions imposed on Minister Alexandre de Moraes, the Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) recently issued a decision reaffirming that foreign laws and acts do not have automatic effect in Brazil—essentially establishing what is known in international law as a “blocking statute.”
For companies with operations in both Brazil and the U.S., this creates a clear dilemma: complying with U.S. sanctions may violate Brazilian rules; ignoring them may result in penalties in the U.S.
To mitigate these risks, it is essential to assess potential exposures, coordinate international strategies, and proactively manage reputational and legal risks.

Publications September 11, 2025

Law360 Highlights Bold Choices that Drove $833 Million Trial Win

Lead trial counsel Michael Ng and Daniel Zaheer sat down with Law360’s Cara Salvatore to discuss the tactics deployed by Kobre & Kim’s team during the five-week jury trial that resulted in one of the largest trade secret judgments of all time for firm client Propel Fuels, Inc.

Client Alert September 11, 2025

Unlocking Superior Recoveries for US Dollar Noteholders Against Brazilian and Latin American Issuers

International creditors are facing a shrinking pool of available capital for repayment on their claims in Brazil and Latin America.
As companies struggle to navigate ever-increasing amounts of debt, there are strategies US dollar noteholders can take to improve their position and fast-track a swift recovery.

Client Alert August 21, 2025

U.S. Court Expands How Creditors May Enforce Judgments Against Sovereigns

Creditors pursuing claims against sovereign states may find new opportunities.
A recent U.S. court decision opens the door to recoveries once thought out of reach, reinforcing the value of well-planned, globally coordinated strategies to maximize returns and speed up enforcement.

Client Alert August 14, 2025

New DOJ Data Transfer Rules Heighten Risks for China-Linked Businesses

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)’s new Data Security Program imposes strict limits on U.S.-based companies transferring sensitive personal or government-related data to entities linked to “countries of concern”.
With steep penalties and reputational fallout at stake, China-linked businesses should proactively map data flows, prepare for enforcement risks, and manage public perception early.

Publications August 6, 2025

Naomi Yang on How Korean Companies Can Strategically Navigate U.S. Litigation for Korea Legal Times

Kobre & Kim’s Naomi Yang, who leads the firm’s cross-border litigation efforts from Seoul, was recently featured in Korea Legal Times.

Publications July 31, 2025

Polly Wilkins with the Financial Times Advisor on AI Fault Lines between UHNW Generations

Kobre & Kim’s Polly Wilkins, who focuses her practice on representing ultra-high-net-worth individuals and their families in both international civil and criminal disputes and investigations, shared her expertise on the threats posed by AI-generated disinformation with the Financial Times Adviser in an article titled “AI has opened fault lines that threaten the rich’s succession plans.”

Client Alert July 31, 2025

UAE Foundation Structures Help Protect Intergenerational Wealth

Family offices are increasingly turning to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for sophisticated wealth structuring, taking advantage of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM).
Central to this shift is the attractiveness of UAE foundations, standalone legal entities, similar in function to common law trusts.
When properly structured, they support cross-border resilience and align with broader wealth planning strategies.

Publications July 30, 2025

Michael Kim Discusses South Korea’s Activist Investing Landscape with The Deal

Kobre & Kim co-founder Michael Kim recently joined The Deal’s Ronald Orol on the Activist Investing Today podcast to share his perspective on the evolving landscape of activist investing in South Korea, drawing from his experience at the forefront of major cross-border disputes.