International local counsel

The challenge

International local counsel: move beyond collecting contacts

The practical objective of this professional search is to work effectively when a transaction involves another country. Your firm therefore needs to make its positioning clear and select contacts whose skills match its needs precisely.

For international local counsel, European Lawyers Directory provides a dedicated meeting point. Practice areas, languages and territories are brought together to give conversations between lawyers a clear starting point.

My approach

Build an approach that suits your firm

The first step is to assess local law expertise, working language and relevant experience. This focus gives your approach a clear purpose and reduces contacts unrelated to your firm’s priorities.

To work effectively when a transaction involves another country, the platform helps you prepare a shortlist but does not replace professional checks. Direct discussions then allow you to confirm availability, experience, working methods and terms of cooperation.

Take action

Three actions for this objective

1. Start by taking time to assess local law expertise, working language and relevant experience.
2. Document the criteria you need to work effectively when a transaction involves another country.
3. Present your firm with verifiable information directly relevant to international local counsel.

Success depends on reliable follow-up, confidentiality and clear roles. Applied to international local counsel, these principles help turn a first contact into a lasting professional relationship.