Israel
Herzog Fox & Neeman
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Poland
Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
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United Kingdom
Gowling WLG
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Switzerland
CMS Switzerland
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Finland
Castrén & Snellman
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
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Chile
Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr
May 14, 2024
In March 2024 the government made some announcements related to the lithium exploitation on salt flats in Chile, all within the Chilean lithium national strategy. Private investors will be able to participate in the exploration and or exploitation of lithium deposits.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
May 13, 2024
2024 Brazil Regional Update...
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
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Dominican Republic
Pellerano Nadal
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
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Castrén & Snellman
May 9, 2024
Recently, Castrén & Snellman (C&S) hosted WLG | regional Helsinki '24 , bringing together colleagues from 17 member firms with business interests in the EMEA region to expand their knowledge of law firm economics, operational strategies, and the art of collaborative client service. Attendees participated in a local CSR activity as part...
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World Law Group
May 9, 2024
Did you know that the average family in the United States will spend nearly USD 600 per child in preparation for their back-to-school season? During WLG | regional New York '24, our delegates made a positive local impact through a backpack and supplies donation activity. Along with graciously offering space in their New York offices, Locke...
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Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
May 7, 2024
We actively engage with our local communities through pro bono legal services, volunteer initiatives, and partnerships with non-profit organizations that promote access to justice, education, and social welfare. We provided pro bono legal advice to SDG Outcomes Fund, a specialist impact investment fund, on a government-funded results-based...
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CMS Switzerland
May 6, 2024
CMS Switzerland is making a difference for WLG | impact . The firm's office building was completely refurbished. When negotiating with the owner, the energy-saving measures were also key in their decision to return to our prior premises.
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CMS Switzerland
May 6, 2024
CMS Switzerland is making a difference for WLG | impact . The firm has signed an agreement with Mr. Green, a company specializing in offices and household recycling.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
May 2, 2024
Chandler MHM announced the hire of Doungporn Prasertsomsuk as a partner and co-head of its capital markets practice.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
May 2, 2024
The Women Leaders in M&A report, produced by TTR and iDeals platforms, shows the professionals who stood out in the transactional market last year.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
May 1, 2024
On April 29, 2024, the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre (FINTRAC) issued an updated advisory (the “Advisory”) concerning financial transactions related to countries identified by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) as high-risk jurisdictions and under increased monitoring.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
April 29, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has voted to publish its final rule banning most worker non-compete agreements. If and when the rule becomes effective, it will ban non-competes going forward.
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
April 29, 2024
Posco Argentina secures loan of up to USD 668,000,000 for the construction and development of phase 2 of its lithium project. This loan represents a crucial milestone for Posco in consolidating its lithium business in Argentina.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
April 29, 2024
At least two U.S. federal lawsuits are challenging the FTC’s final rule that would ban nearly all noncompete agreements, with more complaints expected.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
April 29, 2024
The America First Legal Foundation filed suit on behalf of the plaintiff. This case is similar to many other challenges to DEI programs in that the lawsuit was being brought by a plaintiff who has not applied to the program at issue. The court found that the plaintiff did not have standing to bring a claim derived from an allegedly...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
April 26, 2024
Key conference insights: Honesty, integrity, and effective client service are crucial in law firm success.
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Chandler MHM Limited
April 25, 2024
Recently, CMHM hosted WLG | regional Bangkok '24 , bringing together colleagues from 10 member firms with business interests in the Asia-Pacific region to expand their knowledge of law firm economics, operational strategies, and the art of collaborative client service. Attendees participated in a local CSR activity as part of WLG | impact's...
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
April 25, 2024
The immediate success of ChatGPT, with over a million users within a month of its launch, underscored its potential impact and highlighted the need for regulation. To prevent misuse by employees or business partners, it's crucial for organizations to establish a comprehensive AI Usage Policy.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
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Taiwan
Formosa Transnational
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Japan
City-Yuwa Partners
April 19, 2024
A government initiative to promote non-carbon generating renewable energy has provided ample opportunity for foreign investment in renewable energy projects in Japan. Member firm City-Yuwa Partners also share that the legal system is business-friendly in that the country does not have discovery or class-action lawsuits and, overall, is not...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
April 18, 2024
Zhong Lun is pleased to bring you updates on PRC antitrust legislation and enforcement during the frist quarter of 2024.
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El Salvador
Arias
April 17, 2024
Private sector employers with 100+ employees must ensure worker's children access Early Childhood Care Centers. Deadline extended to Jan 2024 by Congress, allowing time for compliance planning and identifying suitable modalities.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
April 17, 2024
At the request of the Dutch, Norwegian and German (Hamburg) supervisory authorities to the European Data Protection Board ("EDPB"), the EDPB has addressed the issue of providing clarity on the implementation of "consent or pay" models considering Meta's business model.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
April 17, 2024
In Budget 2024, the Government of Canada announced its intentions to amend the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA), the Criminal Code, the Income Tax Act, and the Excise Tax Act, and to take additional measures to strengthen the supervision, enforcement, and...
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
April 17, 2024
As crypto-assets become subject to further regulation both domestically and globally, industry players find themselves presented not only with new obligations but also with new opportunities.
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Nicaragua
Arias
April 16, 2024
Essential aspects of the law appointing a new enforcement authority for the Nicaraguan real estate brokerage law.
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Panama
Arias
April 16, 2024
As of October 15, 2024, new changes to the subcategory of Permanent Resident as Qualified Investor will be in force within the migratory category of Permanent Resident for Economic Reasons, as ruled by Executive Decree 109 of October 13, 2022.
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Guatemala
Arias
April 16, 2024
As of May 1, 2024, Guatemala enters the new stage of compliance with the Wastewater and Sludge Disposal Regulations that establish more demanding maximum limit parameters.
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
April 15, 2024
A notable failure by Air Canada highlights the legal and ethical repercussions of improper chatbot implementation. In this article, we will closely examine this specific case, which involves the communication of inaccurate information by an airline's chatbot.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
April 15, 2024
One of the forthcoming developments from the enactment of Indonesia’s Personal Data Protection Law (PDP Law) on 17 October 2022 is the establishment of a new data protection institution that will be formed by and directly accountable to the president.
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France
Soulier Avocats
April 14, 2024
In three rulings issued on November 29, 2023, the French Supreme Court reversed it case law on the requirements governing the assumption of pre-incorporation contracts.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
April 14, 2024
Recent report released by Transactional Track Record shows the highlights of the transactional market.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
April 11, 2024
On October 20, 2023, the Ministry of Commerce and the General Administration of Customs of China jointly issued Circular No. 39 of 2023 titled the “Circular on Optimizing and Adjusting Temporary Export Control Measures for Graphite Items”.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
April 9, 2024
The AI Act ("KI-VO") regulates (among other things) the requirements for AI systems. They should be safe, transparent, comprehensible, non-discriminatory and environmentally friendly. If AI systems violate these requirements it is difficult to attribute unlawful behaviour to AI systems.
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April 9, 2024
The group met the team at Makarim & Taira S. in Indonesia and discussed issues related to sanctions.
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USA
Arnold & Porter
April 9, 2024
In late February, President Biden issued an Executive Order titled “Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern” (Order).
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
April 9, 2024
The first quarter of 2024 is characterized by rising social costs and relevant legal developments
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USA
Lane Powell PC
April 9, 2024
Businesses operating in Washington state that require their employees or contractors to comply with noncompete or customer nonsolicitation covenants should review their agreements to avoid claims and penalties when significant changes to state law become effective on June 6, 2024.
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France
Soulier Avocats
April 8, 2024
In recent weeks, the French Supreme Court has issued a number of rulings providing useful clarification on issues such as inexcusable fault, mutual separation agreements, harmful management practices, and employees’ right to rest.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
April 8, 2024
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja announces the appointment of two Partners and two Expert Counsels.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
April 7, 2024
An insolvency administrator's right to restitution can be forfeited if if they are prevented from exercising the right in good faith by their conduct in the context of the conclusion of a redemption agreement.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
April 7, 2024
SyCipLaw Announces Appointment of Retired Partner Rafael L. Encarnacion as Of Counsel
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
April 7, 2024
SyCipLaw's Tax Department has prepared Tax Issues and Practical Solutions (T.I.P.S.) for February.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
April 3, 2024
SyCipLaw BFS Team Visits PSE for Training Activity
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Norway
Schjødt
April 3, 2024
A look into how the Court of Justice of the European Union's judgment relating to the rights of access to harmonised standards may impact purchasers and manufacturers of products regulated by product safety regulations.
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Norway
Schjødt
April 3, 2024
A closer look at a recent crypto case, the so-called FTX scandal as well as a presentation of the current status of legal regulation of the trading of crypto assets.
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Norway
Schjødt
April 3, 2024
A brief comment on how data holders' protection of trade secrets is addressed under the Data Act.
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Guatemala
Arias
April 3, 2024
In Guatemala there are ways to protect the innovative developments of companies in terms of the shape and packaging of products, so that companies can explore these forms of protection to add value to their products.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
April 2, 2024
The Washington Department of Revenue continues to update its guidance on Washington’s excise tax on long-term capital gains, resulting in the most recent proposed rule, WAC 458-20-301. There are several important changes from the last iteration of the proposed rule.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
April 2, 2024
Telemarketing Sales Rule Changes Remove Exception for Business-to-Business Calls and Impose New Recordkeeping Requirements
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Costa Rica
Arias
April 1, 2024
Relevant information about applicable regulations, so that independent contractors can regularize their status as a contributor to Social Security.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
March 31, 2024
Tax TIPS - Vol. 30
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Costa Rica
Arias
March 31, 2024
This article explains the immigration categories available for employers who wish to incorporate international talent as part of their workforce, as well as for those foreigners who wish to work from Costa Rica for their employers located abroad.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
March 31, 2024
Employers are banned from mandating, under threat of discipline, that employees attend meetings or speeches regarding religious or political matters under the “Employee Free Choice Act” passed by Washington’s Legislature and signed by Governor Inslee. The law becomes effective on June 5, 2024.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
March 31, 2024
Almost six years ago, Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan – “OJK”) introduced a new regulation on digital financial innovation (inovasi keuangan digital – “IKD”) in financial services (“POJK 13/2018”).
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Ukraine
March 31, 2024
According to Article 8 of the Ukrainian Advertising Law, it is expressly forbidden to misleading use or imitate the State Flag of Ukraine in advertising.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
March 27, 2024
A research released by Latin American Corporate Counsel Association shows the evolution of the firm, which raised its position in the Top 10 ranking
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
March 27, 2024
The Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (the “Act”) came into force on January 1, 2024, implementing enhanced reporting requirements for certain entities to combat forced labour and child labour.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 27, 2024
The EU AI Act is about to pass the finishing line. “General-purpose AI”, also called foundation models in debates, have been the subject of debate in the last months. Machine-learning based models are trained on broad data at scale and may form the basis for a range of downstream systems.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
March 27, 2024
Indonesia is going green! From developments in natural resources sectors, primarily driven by the government's goal of transitioning to electric vehicles and reducing carbon emissions, to solar energy initiatives, hydropower projects, and adopting carbon capture and storage in oil and gas projects, the country has a robust environmental focus...
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
March 27, 2024
Turkey is politically stable and can potentially turn a predicament into an opportunity, given its strategic geographic location. The country also has a young and well-educated population, relatively inexpensive labor, and favorable exchange rates– an inviting combination for foreign investors who are looking to expand into new jurisdictions....
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Finland
Castrén & Snellman
March 27, 2024
Finland’s political stability, low corruption levels, and transparent legal system create a secure business environment. The country is also a global leader in green technology, health and welfare, and data and technology, thanks to its innovative approach and expertise in these fields. Culturally, Finns are very punctual and direct. Learn more...
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Cayman Islands
Campbells
March 27, 2024
As the Cayman Islands continue to position themselves as leaders in FinTech and Blockchain, member firm Campbells has naturally seen significant growth in these practice areas. Learn more about the firm and what opportunities this jurisdiction holds by Doing Business in the Cayman Islands.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 26, 2024
A recent decision by the Higher Regional Court of Nuremberg dated 18 July 2023 (Ref.: 3 U 1092/23) deals with a formal warning of a competitor that was wrongly classified as an abuse of rights in relation to advertising for dietary supplements.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 26, 2024
A decision by the Federal Court of Justice on 13 July 2023 (Ref: I ZR 68/21) deals with the prohibition of the marketing and advertising of capsules containing intestinal bacteria with the claim "for diet management".
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 26, 2024
A decision by the Higher Regional Court of Karlsruhe from 9 November 2022 (Ref.: 6 U 322/21) deals with the advertising of a disinfectant hand foam with claims regarding skin compatibility.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 26, 2024
A crucial step for start-ups on the road to success is ensuring that their innovations and trade secrets are adequately protected. In an increasingly competitive business world, confidentiality agreements and material transfer agreements (MTAs) have become indispensable tools.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 26, 2024
In its reference decision of 15 August 2023 (Ref.: 5 U 93/22), the Hanseatic Higher Regional Court of Hamburg ruled on the issuing of prescriptions for prescription-only medicines over the internet by doctors who have not previously treated the patient.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 26, 2024
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja announces the appointment of two Partners and two Expert Consultants
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
March 25, 2024
The Philippine Institute of Arbitrators (PIArb) recently held its annual golf tournament at the Tagaytay Highlands Golf & Country Club co-sponsored by SyCipLaw.
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Ukraine
March 25, 2024
In the third year of the full-scale war in Ukraine, the Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine (the "AMC") actively operates and maintains control over the competition law enforcement.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 24, 2024
Almost 40 years after it came into force, the European Union is undertaking a major revision of the Product Liability Directive (Directive 85/374/EEC). The aim of this reform is to adapt the standards to the conditions and needs of the digital single market.
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Honduras
Arias
March 24, 2024
Broadcasting sports events provides high-quality entertainment to the audience, thanks to their wide viewership and significant popularity.. To broadcast on sports channels, it is essential to adhere to legal guidelines to ensure the protection of Intellectual Property Rights.
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Panama
Arias
March 24, 2024
Law 256 of November 26, 2021, seeks to accomplish new tax trends, aiming at the full implementation of electronic invoicing in Panama.
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Nicaragua
Arias
March 24, 2024
This Newsletter addresses the essential legal aspects to be considered for the development of potential offshore wind farms in Nicaragua.
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El Salvador
Arias
March 24, 2024
Operation of Simplified Stock Companies in El Salvador, just over 1 month after the entry into force of the reforms to the Commercial Code that create this type of company within the country.
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Honduras
Arias
March 24, 2024
The National Congress approves amnesty for surcharges, fines, and interest on debts arising from non-payment of employer and worker contributions.
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Guatemala
Arias
March 24, 2024
A bill for a new consumer protection law currently being discussed in the Guatemalan Congress aims to establish a more comprehensive and effective consumer and user protection system.
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Costa Rica
Arias
March 24, 2024
The main changes to the submission of UBO report that will enter into force this year are: 1. Inclusion of new reporting parties, 2. Elimination of the use of special powers of attorney for filings, and 3. New guidelines for due diligence and custody of information.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
March 24, 2024
This guide provides an overview of key legal aspects for foreign investors interested in investing in Spain. It is not intended to be comprehensive, but to address practical issues that will help investors considering an investment project in Spain.
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Nicaragua
Arias
March 24, 2024
In the practical reality of the Nicaraguan business environment, branches of foreign companies face different challenges due to the lack of regulation and its practical treatment.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
March 24, 2024
From the days of traditional board and card games to the multitude of video game options available today, the gaming industry has become a massive revenue generator. In Indonesia, the lion’s share of gaming revenue ends up abroad.
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Costa Rica
Arias
March 21, 2024
Costa Rica | Ensuring universal access to clean water and sustainable management practices are imperative for a future where "Water for Peace" is not just a slogan but a tangible reality.
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Nicaragua
Arias
March 21, 2024
Nicaragua | In our new article published in the Arias Knowledge Center by Associate Maryeling Guevara, get informed on the details of good compliance practices under a comprehensive system and their benefits for companies.
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France
Soulier Avocats
March 21, 2024
The Council and the European Parliament have reached a provisional deal on a Directive that promotes the repair of broken or defective goods, also known as the right-to-repair (or R2R) Directive) .
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
March 21, 2024
SyCipLaw is pleased to announce the re-appointment of Ms. Carina C. Laforteza as the head of the firm's Tax department, which practice group she has led since 2020. Ms. Laforteza is a certified public accountant with over 30 years of extensive experience in corporate and tax matters, including transaction structuring, finance, and tax...
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 21, 2024
Protection of intellectual property (IP) is a key factor for the success of start-up companies. IP rights particularly become relevant for the acquisition of funding and the financial success of such start-ups, cf. overview of Zhangabylov et al. 2022 or Häussler et al. 2012.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 21, 2024
The new EU Product Liability Directive is about to be formally adopted. It will replace the existing Product Liability Directive 85/374/EEC from nearly 40 years ago. Since 1985, the manufacture and sale of products has changed considerably.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
March 21, 2024
Banking and White-Collar Crimes practices jointly act to meet an increasing demand in administrative sanctioning proceedings initiated by financial market regulators
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
March 20, 2024
We set out in our newsletter our observations about blockchain technology developments globally and prospects for such technologies in Thailand.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
March 19, 2024
Hunton Andrews Kurth Represents Parker Wellbore in Strategic Collaboration with TDE Digital Gmbh
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
March 19, 2024
The Shareholders' Meeting of the international law firm Gianni & Origoni has made a number of changes to the firm's Governance, with the aim of pursuing an even greater transparency and effectiveness in the management of the firm.
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Panama
Arias
March 19, 2024
A survey of the alternatives to incorporate Panamanian corporations with or without nominal value shares, their legal framework, differences, advantages, challenges, and analysis when deciding the best option.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
March 18, 2024
To enhance investor confidence and fortify the Thai capital markets, the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has recently implemented a comprehensive revamp of its listing regulations, set to take effect on 1 January 2025.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
March 18, 2024
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (“SET”) has revised its regulation with regard to C (Caution) sign posting, which will come into force from 25 March 2024 onwards.
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El Salvador
Arias
March 18, 2024
Companies can successfully leverage the technological revolution, from implementing artificial intelligence and chatbots and promoting innovation in El Salvador but should also keep in mind the importance of specialized legal assistance in navigating the regulatory challenges.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
March 17, 2024
Most countries now have adopted varying degrees of FDI restrictions, depending on their economy’s competitiveness, and particular concerns over national security.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
March 14, 2024
New reference prices indexes for the lease of residential properties are published.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
March 14, 2024
The Department of Climate Change and Environment ("DCCE") of the Ministry of National Resources and Environment has made progress with the draft Climate Change Act ("Bill"), as public hearings in respect of the Bill are organized in various parts of the country and will conclude soon.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
March 14, 2024
In an effort to foster environmentally conscious investments in Thailand, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand (“SEC”) has introduced principles governing the establishment of investment trusts dedicated to forestry and tree-planting initiatives – the Green Investment Trusts.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
March 14, 2024
JAKARTA, INDONESIA, 15 March 2024 — Makarim & Taira S., a leading law firm known for its commitment to nurturing top legal talent, proudly announces the appointment of Reagan Roy as its newest Partner.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
March 12, 2024
Companies must be prepared to receive summons electronically from March 20.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
March 11, 2024
Hunton Andrews Kurth Represents The Artemis Fund as Investor in Series Seed Financing of Gemist Inc.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
March 11, 2024
The draft Waste Management and Resource Circulation act ("Bill") lays a foundation for waste management and resource circulation, mandating contributions from the government, product producers, and the general public to foster Thailand's green and circular economy.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
March 11, 2024
Thailand is gearing up for a significant change in its environmental legislation, with the recent draft ‘Pollutant Release and Transfer Registers Act’ (the “PRTR Bill”) brought into focus. This draft has been open for hearing until 21 March 2024.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
March 11, 2024
SyCipLaw's Top 10 Tax Issues and Practical Solutions (T.I.P.S.) for 2023
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
March 11, 2024
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan (SyCipLaw) senior partner Carina "Caren" Laforteza and special counsel Catherina "Kate" Fernandez discuss the taxation of AI in light of recent developments concerning the concept of situs of taxation as interpreted by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), the local tax authority in the Philippines.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
March 6, 2024
Hunton Andrews Kurth Represents The Artemis Fund as Lead Investor in Series Seed Financing of Builders Patch Inc.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
March 5, 2024
SyCipLaw's Litigation Department, in cooperation with SyCipLaw Cebu branch, recently conducted a two-part seminar for its Cebu clients entitled “Dispute Management Strategies: A SyCipLaw Seminar on Case Management and Arbitration,” which was held at Holiday Inn Cebu City. A total of 31 clients representing 13 organizations attended the seminar.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
March 3, 2024
Hunton Andrews Kurth Represents Forcite Helmet Systems Pty Ltd in Sale to GoPro, Inc.
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France
Soulier Avocats
March 3, 2024
In three judgments issued in December 2023, the Court of Justice of the European Union held that sport governing bodies - and their regulations - must comply with EU competition law. This article discusses the most notable of the three judgments, i.e., the so-called “Super League” judgment.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
February 29, 2024
SyCipLaw is pleased to announce that Camille Angela M. Espeleta-Castillo and Ricardo Jesus E. Gutierrez have become partners of the firm effective January 1, 2024.
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February 29, 2024
Lawyers discussed whether the type of transaction makes a difference in how a deal is handled, how the threshold of materiality impacts due diligence, red flags, and more.
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Ukraine
February 29, 2024
On 16 February 2024, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted the Procedure for Functioning of the State Online Monitoring System (the “Regulation“), creating a regulatory framework for the forthcoming system launch.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
February 29, 2024
Stephanie Consonni, Carlos Renato Vieira, and Danilo Lambert strengthen, respectively, the firm's Intellectual Property, Tax, and Environmental practices.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
February 28, 2024
SyCipLaw partner Leslie C. Dy has been appointed the head of its Employment and Immigration Department (EID), effective March 1, 2024. She succeeds Dante T. Pamintuan following his retirement at the end of February 2024.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
February 28, 2024
SyCipLaw partner Leslie C. Dy has been appointed the head of its Employment and Immigration Department (EID), effective March 1, 2024. She succeeds Dante T. Pamintuan following his retirement at the end of February 2024. (Mr. Pamintuan will continue to serve as Of Counsel to SyCipLaw, effective March 1, 2024.)
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
February 28, 2024
On February 8, 2024, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) announced a new framework (the “Framework”) for supervising federally regulated financial institutions (FRFIs).
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Guatemala
Arias
February 27, 2024
This article addresses the main aspects of dispute resolution brought by the Law of Credit Cards.
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Honduras
Arias
February 27, 2024
The National Congress of Honduras grants electrical amnesty for legal entities and individuals for the next 6 months.
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El Salvador
Arias
February 27, 2024
By means of Legislative Decree No. 923, dated January 3, 2024, amendments to the Hydrocarbons Law were approved. This Law was reformed with the purpose of encouraging investment, exploration and exploitation of the hydrocarbon sector, without the expenditure of State funds.
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Nicaragua
Arias
February 27, 2024
The new regulation regulates through the ANRS the processes of withdrawal of regulated products from the market through the application of corrective and preventive measures.
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Costa Rica
Arias
February 27, 2024
Shareholders' agreements are customized instruments that regulate business management. They serve as a guide for the company and are key to resolving conflicts and establishing clear business direction.
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Panama
Arias
February 27, 2024
Law 419/2024 was issued which regulates medicines and other products for human health and the public acquisition of medicines, other products for human health, including health supplies, medical devices, and equipment.
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Guatemala
Arias
February 27, 2024
Proper inheritance planning is crucial to designing an adequate succession plan which sole purpose is to ensure an organized transfer of the organizer’s estate and minimize the loss of value of such estate as much as possible.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
February 26, 2024
The potential for market participants to commence sales of electricity on a P2P basis through the major utilities’ grids for the first time marks a watershed moment in Thailand’s electricity industry.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
February 26, 2024
The Bank of Canada continues preparations for its supervision of payment service providers (PSPs) under the Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA).
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
February 25, 2024
On February 22, 2024, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) recently published updated guidance on virtual shareholder meetings following initial guidance provided in February 2022. See our March 1, 2022 update, CSA Provides Updated Guidance on Virtual Shareholder Meetings.
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Panama
Arias
February 25, 2024
This article addresses the management and obtaining of industrial property signs, and designations of origin in Panama.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
February 22, 2024
SyCipLaw's Top 10 Tax Issues and Practical Solutions (T.I.P.S.) for 2023
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
February 22, 2024
We are proud to announce that Dimitris Emvalomenos, Lawyer LL.M. (QMUL), Mediator (Greece & the UK), Dep. Managing Partner and Maria Tranoudi, Lawyer, Senior Associate of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP, are the authors of Chapter Greece in three CMS international publications
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
February 20, 2024
On 25 January 2024, the state parliament of Brandenburg decided to introduce a mandatory special charge for open space photovoltaic systems to be applicable from 2025. This will result in considerable additional costs in the future for plant operators when constructing such plants in Brandenburg.
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Costa Rica
Arias
February 20, 2024
Costa Rica ratifies the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) S1 and S2 related to sustainability from January 1st, 2024. The goal is to disclose sustainability-related financial information in a more uniform, complete, comparable, and verifiable manner.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
February 18, 2024
Indonesia has again revised its Electronic Information and Transactions Law (ITE Law), aiming to enhance the digital regulatory framework, but questions linger over the clarity and implications of the new amendment.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
February 13, 2024
SyCipLaw announces the retirement of partner Rafael L. Encarnacion from the firm. Mr. Encarnacion will continue to serve as Of Counsel to SyCipLaw, effective February 1, 2024.
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Ukraine
February 13, 2024
The new Law on the Protection of Consumer Rights No. 3153-IX (the “New Law”) was adopted based on draft law No. 6134.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
February 13, 2024
As the November 1 – 15, 2024 window for registration of payment services providers (“PSPs”) approaches, the Bank of Canada (the “Bank”) has published guidance for PSPs determining: (i) whether the supervisory regime under the Retail Payment Activities Act (the “RPAA”) will apply to them...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
February 12, 2024
2023 was a year of political and economic uncertainty in Thailand, especially for the Thai stock market, when a number of companies in financial distress aggressively sought rescue by engaging in a formal court-supervised restructuring process. This trend is expected to continue in 2024.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
February 12, 2024
In October 2023, the Indonesian Government issued the second amendment to Government Regulation No. 44 of 2015 on the Occupational Accident Security (Jaminan Kecelakaan Kerja – “JKK”) and Death Security programs (Jaminan Kematian – “JKM”) (“GR 44/2015”), under Government Regulation No. 49 of 2023 (“
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France
Soulier Avocats
February 11, 2024
In recent weeks, the French Supreme Court has issued a number of rulings providing useful clarification on issues such as criminal liability of employers, right of evidence, dismissal and maternity leave, and home office.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
February 11, 2024
Thailand’s has adopted a progressive approach to digital assets and investment tokens, with the aim of creating a favorable trading and transfer environment. A recent Royal Decree laid the foundation for tax relief measures in the digital asset space.
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Ukraine
February 11, 2024
Following the recent competition law reform, the Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine (the AMC) has made substantial efforts to adapt its internal regulations accordingly.
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Ukraine
February 11, 2024
Following the recent competition law reform, the Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine (the AMC) has made substantial efforts to adapt its internal regulations accordingly.
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New Zealand
February 7, 2024
What's on the horizon for merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in New Zealand? MinterEllisonRuddWatts' market leading Corporate team discusses trends and makes predictions for 2024.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
February 7, 2024
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP recently represented The Bankers Helping Bankers Fund (BHB Fund) as lead investor in a Series Seed financing of Privacy Lock Inc., a leader in privacy compliance solutions for financial institutions. The financing closed on January 26, 2024. The BHB Fund is a fintech fund that invests across banking technology, customer...
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
February 7, 2024
In its ruling of 28 September 2023 (BVerwG 4 C 6.21), the Federal Administrative Court ruled that a recognised environmental association can have a court review whether a deviation from the objectives of a regional plan violates environmental legislation. The court published this in a press release on its website.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
February 7, 2024
Zhong Lun is pleased to introduce China Antitrust and Competition 2023-24 Highlights.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
February 6, 2024
Carl von Merz , a highly regarded corporate attorney with two decades of experience advising on large scale energy industry transactions, has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP in Houston, where he will serve as head of the firm’s U.S. Oil and Gas practice.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
February 5, 2024
The FDA issued a final rule which continues efforts to promote consistency in the regulation of devices and provides timelier introduction of safe and effective high-quality devices for patients.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
February 5, 2024
In the global financial system, interest rate references or 'benchmark rates’, play a significant role in determining interest rates for financial contracts and guiding monetary policy decisions.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
February 4, 2024
The study analyzes 38 private equity deals signed in 2022 and 2023.
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Norway
Schjødt
February 1, 2024
A new national labelling initiative for sustainable Norwegian products and solutions called "Made in Norway" will function as a scheme for origin labelling of Norwegian-made products and solutions, enhancing a visible characteristic of origin, sustainability and responsibility.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
January 31, 2024
With record-breaking levels of Foreign Direct Investment in 2023 and supportive economic frameworks in place from the government, Malaysia is a very competitive investment destination. Member firm Shearn Delamore & Co. is ready to aid those who wish to enter their markets, having established focus committees for regulatory and anti-bribery/...
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Norway
Schjødt
January 31, 2024
In intellectual property rights (IPR) cases, regulations are especially useful as the evidence on misappropriation of IPR will often be stored in a digital format and easily be destroyed / made unavailable if the counterparty is notified prior to securing evidence.
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
January 31, 2024
International law firm Gianni & Origoni has obtained the UNI/PdR 125:2022 certification for gender equality in the workplace. Issued by DNV, an independent certification body, this important result recognises GOP’s commitment in championing a diverse and sustainable professional place to work.
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Honduras
Arias
January 31, 2024
Resolution GEE No.806/05-12-2023, issued by the National Commission of Banks and Insurance, presents adjustments to the Financial Reporting and Indicators Standards. It reinforces transparency and establishes standards to ensure the quality of information provided by regulated institutions.
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Norway
Schjødt
January 31, 2024
In this article, we will discuss the representation of personal data in written generative models and address certain questions associated with large language models and personal data.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
January 30, 2024
Cuatrecasas has advised BlueFloat Energy and Sener Renewable Investments on the entry of Plenitude as a partner.
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Panama
Arias
January 29, 2024
The Superintendency of Securities Market of Panama adopts the use of electronic signatures, simple or qualified, in documents related to securities market activities.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 29, 2024
Podcast: Developments in the Mining Industry in the Philippines on Chambers Expert Focus
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Costa Rica
Arias
January 29, 2024
The holding of the Annual Ordinary Meeting is the key tool for exempting the Directors of the companies from liability in Costa Rica.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
January 29, 2024
In order to ensure that initial coin offerings regulations provide adequate protection and safeguard the rights of investors, the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission is now inviting public feedback on the principles and related draft regulations.
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Guatemala
Arias
January 29, 2024
SAT actions to be implemented to enhance control, tax audit, and collection for the fiscal year 2024 in Guatemala.
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Nicaragua
Arias
January 29, 2024
The State Suppliers Verification Commission was created to confirm the veracity of all the information provided by potential bidders in contracting procedures with public sector entities.
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El Salvador
Arias
January 29, 2024
The new amendments to the Commercial Code of El Salvador contain, among other aspects, the possibility for foreign companies to establish their domicile in El Salvador maintaining the continuity of their legal personality.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
January 28, 2024
The Energy Regulatory Commission (the ERC) has officially introduced the Announcement of the ERC re: Criteria for Determining Utility Green Tariff (“UGT”) B.E. 2566 (2023), which was published in the Royal Gazette on January 8, 2024 with an effective date of January 9, 2024.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
January 25, 2024
Advocate General Jean Richard de la Tour comments on the standing of associations under Art. 80 (2) GDPR. In his opinion, in certain cases, the breach of an information obligation under Chapter 3 of the GDPR is sufficient to enable representative actions.
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Hong Kong
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 25, 2024
This article seeks to discuss the changes under the 2019 Arrangement and its legal implications.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 25, 2024
This article discusses how foreign-invested enterprises should adapt to China’s amended Company Law.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
January 24, 2024
German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) suspends appeal proceedings regarding the reimbursement of losses in online poker. Potential impact also possible for refund claims for losses from slots.
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Honduras
Arias
January 24, 2024
In Honduras, the financial revolution has been ushered in by emerging technologies, giving rise to Non-Banking Electronic Money Institutions and innovative Electronic Payment Service Provider Entities. This modernization provides flexibility to users and ensures a secure and transparent experience.
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Panama
Arias
January 24, 2024
The apostille emerges as an essential instrument to expedite or facilitate the international recognition of legal documents, so it is important to consider the requirements to apostille documents in Panama, to be valid and executed properly.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
January 23, 2024
Corporate Transparency Act: FinCEN Updates FAQs on Beneficial Ownership Information
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 23, 2024
SyCipLaw Senior Partner Leslie C. Dy and Senior Associate Mark Kevin U. Dellosa provide an update on labor laws and employment rights in the Philippines in a special report.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
January 23, 2024
Analysis of the keys to negotiating investments of venture capital funds in startups.
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Ukraine
January 22, 2024
The upcoming deadlines for filing the report for CFC owners are 1 May 2024 for individuals and 1 March 2024 for CPT taxpayers. Before the deadline, CFC owners should determine their status, prepare financial statements, calculate taxes, and file the report.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
January 21, 2024
Lane Powell, member firm for USA- Washington, has offices across the Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, and Alaska) and is proud of its longstanding client relationships in Asia, which solidify its position as a gateway to and from the Pacific Rim. The Pacific Northwest has a strong technology scene comprising everything from start-ups to...
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USA
Faegre Drinker
January 21, 2024
As one of the most populated states with the 3rd largest city in the United States, Illinois is an ideal state in which to set up a subsidiary. Illinois is also centrally located within the country, facilitating logistics with easy access to the country. Member firm for the state, Faegre Drinker, paints the picture of many benefits to doing...
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Australia
MinterEllison
January 21, 2024
Australia is a prosperous and stable nation, offering abundant opportunities for foreign investment across diverse industries. Australia's proximity to major markets like China, Singapore, Japan, and South Korea makes it a crucial hub for trade and investment, particularly in mining, agriculture, and finance. MinterEllison, WLG member firm for...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
January 21, 2024
Due to the rapid developments in digital assets in the Thai market, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand from time-to-time updates and amends its regulations on digital assets in order to monitor and support the operation of digital asset businesses in Thailand.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
January 21, 2024
As of January 1, 2024, reporting requirements under the federal Corporate Transparency Act and related regulations (collectively, the “CTA”) went into effect. The CTA creates a new reporting requirement for many small, private companies.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
January 18, 2024
The Board of Trustees of the Princess of Asturias Foundation has approved the incorporation of Cuatrecasas, represented by our senior partner Rafael Fontana, as a new member of the Board, the Foundation’s highest honorary and advisory body.
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Ukraine
January 18, 2024
On 16 January 2024, the Commission for Regulation of Gambling and Lotteries (the “Commission“) adopted Decision No. 8, amending the “List of certification entities authorised to certify and inspect gambling equipment”.
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Ukraine
Sayenko Kharenko (Observer Firm)
January 18, 2024
Sayenko Kharenko proudly announces entering the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), a set of guidelines designed to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment in the workplace, marketplace, and community.
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Ukraine
Sayenko Kharenko (Observer Firm)
January 18, 2024
The authoritative international directory Global Competition Review 100 recognises Sayenko Kharenko in the “Elite” category.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
January 17, 2024
Greece's geographical position as a gateway between the East and West renders the country highly attractive for investments in transport to take advantage of these increasing trade flows in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Culturally, personal relationships play a large role in Greek business culture, and verbal agreements are considered...
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USA
Miller & Martin PLLC
January 17, 2024
The new Department of Labor (DOL) Final Rule provides the following non-exhaustive six-factor test regarding whether a worker should be classified as an employee or an independent contractor for wage payment purposes
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
January 16, 2024
Texas Assistant Attorney General David Terry Joins Hunton Andrews Kurth’s Environmental Team in Houston
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New Zealand
January 16, 2024
MinterEllisonRuddWatts, member firm for New Zealand, calls itself future-focused.
They are proud to lead the way in the country's financial services, FinTech, and renewable energy industries in particular, and were the first New Zealand firm to explore the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a joint venture in 2017.
Learn more about...
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 16, 2024
SyCipLaw Announces the Promotion of Two Senior Associates
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
January 15, 2024
In a recent case before the Federal Court of Justice, an insolvency administrator was found to have neglected his duties of investigation in a particularly serious and reproachable manner.
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USA
Miller & Martin PLLC
January 15, 2024
Miller & Martin PLLC is pleased to announce the election and promotion of attorneys John David Lind and Haley Moody to membership in the law firm effective January 2024.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
January 15, 2024
Consumer Goods, Industry, and Telecommunications were the highlights of 2023, showing growth inside the firm compared to 2022.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
January 14, 2024
On January 11, 2024, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) published the final form of amendments to securities legislation to implement an access model (the “Access Model”) for delivery of prospectuses.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
January 11, 2024
On January 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor published its Final Rule significantly changing the existing standard for the independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 11, 2024
Zhong Lun is pleased to bring you updates on PRC antitrust legislation and enforcement during the fourth quarter of 2023.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
January 10, 2024
In a strategy paper published by the German Federal Government on 13 December 2023, key goals were set to strengthen Germany as a research and pharmaceutical base and to improve its competitiveness in this space.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 9, 2024
SyCipLaw's Tax TIPS - Vol. 28
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USA
Lane Powell PC
January 8, 2024
The new Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024. This new act will require almost all entities, such as LLCs and corporations, with fewer than 20 employees and less than $5 million of revenue to file reports to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.
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England
Gowling WLG
January 8, 2024
With the NSIA now in full force in the UK for two years, Samuel Beighton and James Stunt will explore key learnings and current trends.
https://gowlingwlg.com/en/even...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
January 4, 2024
On 25 December 2023, the Personal Data Protection Committee published two notifications in the Royal Gazette regarding cross-border transfer. These two notifications are effective from 24 March 2024.
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Norway
Schjødt
January 4, 2024
In this article, we consider measures that may be taken to reduce the risk of encountering issues when using components licensed under the most common open source licences in a commercial setting.
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Norway
Schjødt
January 4, 2024
Trademarks could only be pledged as part of a pledge on operating equipment under the Norwegian Mortgage Act.
In accordance with the trademark directive (2015/2436/EU), the Mortgage Act § 4-11 now permits a registered trademark to be pledged as such.
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Norway
Schjødt
January 4, 2024
The rules relating to interest on overdue payments should be amended so that the debtor may provide security for the main claim so that a costly penalty interest can be avoided.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
January 3, 2024
Many of us have our traditions to ring in a new year: taking down holiday decorations, making New Year’s resolutions, and organizing our homes and offices. But employers, especially in the Pacific Northwest, now have another New Year’s tradition: bracing themselves for a host of new employment laws.
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USA
Miller & Martin PLLC
January 2, 2024
The Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) is a new federal law enacted in 2021 to combat money laundering, terrorism, tax fraud and other illegal activities.
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USA
Miller & Martin PLLC
January 2, 2024
The Internal Revenue Service has announced a voluntary disclosure program for employers that may have filed non-qualifying Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims under the CARES Act for the wages paid during 2020 and 2021.
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USA
Locke Lord LLP
January 1, 2024
Locke Lord's Jason Ulezalka and Jonathan W. Young analyze how credit markets have recently been focused on a different type of double dip – one that is being increasingly considered as a legitimate “liability management” tool to improve a borrower’s liquidity.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
December 31, 2023
Lane Powell is pleased to announce that six attorneys have been elected shareholders of the firm.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
December 26, 2023
This year, our lawyers and staff raised almost PhP700,000 to purchase the prescribed milk as well as gifts and snacks for 180 beneficiaries. The UP PGH Department of Pediatrics, through the Children Foundation Inc., received the remaining cash donation, which will be used for other needs of the children in the Hematology and Oncology section of...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 25, 2023
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand amended regulations governing Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITS) on a range of matters effective from 1 February 2024.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
December 21, 2023
Several changes in the Brazilian legislation on sports betting will take place with this approval.
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France
Soulier Avocats
December 21, 2023
France offers many advantages for businesses. The French Government has recently been encouraging foreign investments in the industrial and green sectors.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
December 19, 2023
Understanding China’s New Draft for Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Measures: A Practical Guide for Network Operators
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 18, 2023
The judgment of the Higher Administrative Court of Münster of 29 November 2022 (Ref.: 9 A 2428/19) concerns the subsequent authorization of a homeopathic medicinal product whose efficacy could not be justified due to a lack of proof of the suitability of the excipients.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
December 18, 2023
Following our previous advisory on Government Regulation No. 40 of 2023, we now bring you an update with Ministerial Regulation No. 22 of 2023 (MOLHR Reg. 22/2023) issued on 24 August 2023. This regulation acts as a detailed implementation of the earlier government regulation, focusing on visas and
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Latvia
Sorainen
December 18, 2023
Eva Berlaus, former country managing partner at our Latvian office, became managing partner at Sorainen, taking over the role from Laimonas Skibarka. Ieva Andersone has been appointed as the new country managing partner in Latvia. Kadri Härginen and Aija Lasmane also were promoted to partner.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 17, 2023
In a decision by the Regional Court of Karlsruhe on 26 July 2023 (Ref.: 13 O 46/22 KfH), the court had to deal with the admissibility of advertising products with the terms "climate neutral" and "environmentally neutral".
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
December 17, 2023
WongPartnership, WLG member firm in Singapore, sees their people as their most valuable asset. The firm has an internal focus on community and employee engagement and sustainability on the ESG front, which is in line with the country's green focus, highlighted through the launch of the Singapore Green Plan 2030. Learn about the plan and more in...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 17, 2023
A new regulation regarding application of registration, acceptance of registration and deregistration of aircraft issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (“CAAT”) became effective from 15 December 2023.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
December 17, 2023
A major milestone for the implementation of the Bank of Canada’s retail payments supervisory regime was met on November 22, 2023, with the publication of final regulations (the “Regulations”) under the Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA).
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Vietnam
VILAF
December 14, 2023
VILAF is pleased to announce the promotion of Counsel Tung Nguyen to Partner, further bolstering the firm’s robust banking and finance practice group.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
December 13, 2023
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide in Murray v. UBS Securities, LLC whether a whistleblower must prove that an employer acted with “retaliatory intent” to be protected under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
December 13, 2023
At the end of 2023, the Indonesian Supreme Court issued SC Regulation 3/2023 to implement several chapters of the Arbitration Law (Law No. 30 of 1999).
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France
Soulier Avocats
December 13, 2023
In a ruling handed down on November 24, 2023, considering the persistence of pollution in Paris and Lyon and the improvements observed, the Conseil d'État once again ordered the French State to pay two penalty payments of €5 million each for the two six-month periods from July 2022 to July 2023.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 12, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Zaragoza company SATA on acquiring Transtesa, S.L. and its subsidiary Transportes Soriano Lacueva S.L. in a transaction carried out by Teruel company Translop S.L., which SATA acquired three years ago.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 11, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised El Corte Inglés, S.A. (ECI) on registering its commercial paper program with the Spanish Alternative Fixed-Income Market (MARF), for a maximum outstanding balance of €1.2 billion. This will enable the company to diversify its funding sources and optimize its costs.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
December 11, 2023
SyCipLaw Co-hosts TrustLaw's First In-Person Legal Health Check Workshop in the Philippines
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Ukraine
December 11, 2023
On 22 November 2023, Resolution of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine No. 3489-IX approved the Decision of the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine (the “NSDC”) dated 20 November 2023 “On the application of sectoral special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions) to the russian federation and the republic of belarus in...
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 10, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Virospack on selling 51% of its share capital to Investindustrial, one of the largest European independent investment groups.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 10, 2023
MHC is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Kelleher as their new Head of Corporate.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 10, 2023
We review the three most significant legal developments during the past year in the area of Intellectual Property. These include the emergence of trade mark protection for well-known literary characters coming out of copyright, and a new wave of trade marks with a reputation in the area of copycat a
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 10, 2023
Ireland’s first piece of investment screening legislation has been signed into law by the President. It is anticipated that the Screening of Third Country Transactions Act 2023 will be implemented in early Q2 2024. Our Competition & Antitrust team considers the types of transactions which will be ca
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 10, 2023
We examine some of the main legal developments from the last 12 months affecting the governance of companies in Ireland, including ESG and the requirement for Irish company directors to provide their PPS numbers when making filings to the CRO. In addition, we review the Register of Beneficial Owners
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 10, 2023
We highlight a number of the main legal developments during this year which may impact corporate transactions in Ireland in 2024.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 10, 2023
We reflect on three key legal developments which will continue to be relevant in 2024 to those in the Technology sector.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 10, 2023
In international contract cases, an agent’s authority can sometimes be disputed. When that happens, one needs to understand which law will decide whether the agent acted with authority. Dispute Resolution partners, Gearoid Carey and Gerard Kelly review a recent Court of Appeal decision which confirm
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 10, 2023
The last 12 months have seen notable changes to the civil litigation and insolvency landscape in Ireland. We take a look at some of the developments and how they are likely to influence dispute resolution in 2024 and beyond.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 10, 2023
In a landmark decision overturning the Court of Appeal, the Supreme Court has determined that the delivery drivers of Domino’s Pizza were employees and not independent contractors. Our Employment Law & Benefits team reviews the implications of this decision for employers and those in the gig economy
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 10, 2023
The last 12 months have seen notable changes to the civil litigation and insolvency landscape in Ireland. We take a look at some of the developments and how they are likely to influence dispute resolution in 2024 and beyond.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 7, 2023
In response to the pressing concern of air quality, notably the significant impact of PM2.5 on daily life and public health, the Thai government has worked in collaboration with, among others, academics and civil society organizations to address the air pollution crisis.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
December 7, 2023
When the Indonesian government introduced Law No. 17 of 2023 on Health earlier this year, there were high hopes that it would streamline existing healthcare provisions, making them more comprehensible to the public, while significantly amending the healthcare sector.
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USA
Greenberg Glusker LLP
December 7, 2023
Four California MCLE webinars will be presented by Greenberg Glusker attorneys during the last full week of January: Online Consumer Disputes, Digital Likeness Deals, DEI Initiatives and Environmental Notice of Violations.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 6, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Saica Natur, S.L. (Saica Group) on acquiring Ecovidal (Miguel Vidal e Hijos, S.L.), a company engaging in waste collection and management, and the industrial warehouse where Ecovidal carries out its activity.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 6, 2023
The Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has published a set of new regulations on debt-liked and infra-backed ICOs.
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France
Soulier Avocats
December 6, 2023
This Regulation marks a significant milestone in the protection of the names of European craft and industrial products as it creates a single system of protection throughout the territory of the European Union.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
December 6, 2023
The Philippine Supreme Court released the results of the 2023 Bar Examination today, Tuesday, December 5, 2023. A total of 3,812 out of 10,387 examinees passed the 2023 Bar examinations, for a passing rate of 36.77%. Among the successful 2023 Bar examinees are all of the 19 newest SyCipLaw associates, who are joining the Firm in January 2024.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
December 6, 2023
Tax Updates September 2023 (SyCipLaw Tax Issues and Practical Solutions - International Edition, Vol. 10)
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
December 6, 2023
Decisions earlier this year from the English courts in ClientEarth v Shell Plc et al., and the recent appeal decision from the Court of Appeal of England and Wales, shed light on climate change issues and how directors can fulfill their duties to the corporations they serve in the face of...
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 5, 2023
In September 2023, the German Government presented a new Space Strategy setting out its goals and opportunities for space travel up until 2030. Since the last space strategy was adopted in 2010, the determining economic, geopolitical and social factors have changed fundamentally.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
December 5, 2023
Ready or not, the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA) is coming your way. Oregon joins several other states in passing comprehensive data privacy legislation.
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
December 3, 2023
Guyer & Regules, member firm for Uruguay, is proud to be considered a top firm in their country, frequently entrusted for international and domestic legal, accounting, and tax matters. They discuss the high points for investors, including the country's emergence as a regional hub for the fintech sector due to the tax benefits, technological...
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United Kingdom
Gowling WLG
December 3, 2023
The GDP growth rate has been low in the United Kingdom since 2016, but according to Gowling WLG, member firm for England the headlines do not tell the entire story. "There are many parts of the UK economy that remain incredibly resilient and successful on a global basis. The City of London is a truly global financial center that raises and...
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United Arab Emirates
Al Tamimi & Company
December 3, 2023
With its roots in local mom-and-pop shops, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) now boasts a business landscape as a global hub for commerce. The UAE has strategically invested in tourism, which has emerged as a cornerstone of the economy, drawing millions of international visitors annually. Al Tamimi & Company captures the realities of doing...
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
December 3, 2023
Membership of the European Union and Eurozone, ample opportunities for foreign investment in the technology and life sciences sectors, pro-business outlook: favoring green lights over red tape, and more make doing business in Ireland attractive. Learn about further business opportunities, the resilient economy supported by multinationals, and...
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 3, 2023
Taylor Wessing, one of WLG's two member firms for Germany, calls the country's stable economy, strategic location, skilled workforce, innovative drive, and supportive infrastructure the main advantages to doing business there. There is ample opportunity for foreign investment in the automotive industry. As the birthplace of the automobile,...
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Egypt
Al Tamimi & Company
December 3, 2023
According to Al Tamimi & Company (member firm for UAE) "Egypt's efforts to attract foreign direct investment are evident in various mega projects, including industrial and logistics zones, new administrative capital development, agricultural land reclamation, petrochemical plants, transportation network upgrades, and mineral resource...
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 3, 2023
Recently published research of the European Patent Office and the UK government as well as a German government agency’s policy paper confirm the role of IP for start-up success, particularly for academic spin-offs.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
December 3, 2023
The Government of Canada has proposed legislation to amend the Competition Act (the “Act”) to, among other things, (i) expand the scope of what constitutes misleading advertising, and (ii) permit private parties to commence civil litigation against alleged misleading advertising...
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Malaysia, Australia, Uruguay, Belgium, India, Mexico, Costa Rica, Brazil, Portugal, Argentina, Finland, Singapore, Spain, Luxembourg
December 1, 2023
We asked our member firms around the globe to complete a short Q&A to help WLG colleagues and others learn more about them, how to successfully do business in their countries, key investment sectors, and what business opportunities are hot in the market right now. This guide was initially published in 2021. Several chapters have been updated in...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
November 30, 2023
A 2-month extension of the 2024 land and building tax deadline was introduced to reduce economic hardship post Covid-19.
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South Korea
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
November 29, 2023
Member firm for South Korea, Bae, Kim & Lee LLC, outlines what sets them apart, and what to expect when conducting business in South Korea in 2023— "Korea is the tenth largest economy with the fifth largest manufacturing sector in the world, notably with leading semiconductor, automobile, and shipbuilding industries, with accompanying...
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
November 29, 2023
Mexico has established legal, accounting, and regulatory systems consistent with international norms and has improved nine places since 2017 in the Transparency International Corruption Perception Index. Paired with its competitive labor and manufacturing costs, this makes it a favourable country for foreign investment. Learn more about the...
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
November 29, 2023
The Government of Canada has proposed legislation that will amend the Competition Act (the “Act”) to permit (i) far more private competition law litigation, and (ii) the awarding of significant new financial remedies for breaches of different provisions of the Act.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
November 29, 2023
Corporations have until December 31, 2023 to signify their intent to apply for amnesty through an Expression of Interest in the Electronic Filing and Submission Tool ( "eFAST" ) and settle the following amnesty fees:
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
November 28, 2023
The Government of Canada proposes a number of new amendments to the Competition Act (the “Act”) that will make it easier for the Competition Bureau to challenge mergers.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
November 22, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Mabrian Technologies and its partners on the sale of 70% of its shares to The Data Appeal, owned by Grupo Almawave, with the aim of leading the tourism market worldwide by means of artificial intelligence.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
November 21, 2023
Last Friday, 17 November 2023, the German Bundestag passed the so-called Future Financing Act (Zukunftsfinanzierungsgesetz,"ZuFinG"). The law significantly strengthens the opportunities for employee equity participation and simplifies access to capital markets.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
November 21, 2023
The newly passed Future Financing Act (Zukunftsfinanzierungsgesetz) in Germany significantly expands the scope of Section 19a EStG, enhancing employee equity participation by extending tax deferral benefits and eligibility criteria for companies.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
November 20, 2023
There may be circumstances where an issuer seeks to enhance the security of their instruments by adding collateral post-issuance in order to provide further assurance to investors or increasing liquidity in the secondary market.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
November 20, 2023
One year after the entry into force of Act 16/2022, it is time to take stock. This guide presents the main milestones in the interpretation of the new pre-insolvency restructuring regime in light of the court rulings on certain transactions. We have analyzed 21 restructuring plans, including the main plans negotiated in Spain during this first...
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
November 20, 2023
On November 20, 2023, the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre (FINTRAC) issued an updated advisory (the “Advisory”) concerning financial transactions related to countries identified by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) as high-risk jurisdictions and under increased monitoring.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
November 20, 2023
The project focuses on foreign investors who are interested in the country
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
November 19, 2023
Georgeson and Cuatrecasas have published the 13th edition of the guide "Corporate Governance and Institutional Investors: Preparing for the 2024 Proxy Season." (Published in Spanish)
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
November 19, 2023
As of January 1, 2024, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) will be increasing most of its fees by 25%.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
November 18, 2023
SyCipLaw Authors Philippine Chapter of Latest Chambers Global Practice Guide on International Arbitration.
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Chile
Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr
November 16, 2023
Member firm for Chile, Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr , shared valuable insights into doing business in their country— "For a long time, Chile has been an attractive destination for foreign investment despite its relatively small domestic market. The country has a solid legal system, low corruption rate, diversified economy, general respect...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
November 14, 2023
This article seeks to answer some key questions regarding the Measures which aim to lay down a solid ethical framework for scientific research and technological development and provide comprehensive and uniform ethical review standards across sectors.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
November 14, 2023
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, member firm for Texas-USA, spelled out what sets them apart in the business landscape in 2023— "We currently have a business-friendly climate in Texas. Our jurisdiction has seen a large, inbound increase of individuals and corporations relocating to our market. Texas boasts lower housing costs, lower tax rates, an...
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
November 13, 2023
On November 2, 2023, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) answered a series of questions as part of the Association de planification fiscal et financière’s annual conference in Quebec City that may have significant tax implications for centralized cryptocurrency trading platforms (CTPs) and...
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France
Soulier Avocats
November 12, 2023
The prohibition on placing on the EU market products made with forced labor will cover both products manufactured within the European Union and imported products.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
November 5, 2023
As Indonesian cities continue to grapple with severe air pollution and the government struggles to cut carbon emissions, the Minister of Finance has introduced a regulation that offers fiscal incentives to power producers, encouraging their transition to cleaner energy sources.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
November 5, 2023
On December 1, 2023, the Trademarks Opposition Board (TMOB) will be implementing changes to two of its practice notices: (1) Practice in trademark opposition proceedings; and (2) Practice in section 45 proceedings.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 31, 2023
The Federal Court of Justice has ruled the following: Sellers of real estate must inform buyers about potential costs for upcoming maintenance works without being asked - regardless of the buyer’s possibility to inspect the respective documents uploaded in a (virtual) data room.
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Dominican Republic
Pellerano Nadal
October 31, 2023
Partner, Marielle Garrigó , and senior associate, Eduardo Pellerano , recently contributed to the Dominican Republic’s M&A section of Lexology GTDT: Market Intelligence , in which they touched on current M&A trends, the most active sectors, and the legal and regulatory landscape, among other things.
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Norway
Schjødt
October 31, 2023
An overview of the parties' arguments on the ruling related to matters involving administrative patent limitation from The Borgating Court of Appeals.
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El Salvador
Arias
October 31, 2023
On November 1, 2023, the Legislative Assembly approved the “Special and Transitory Law that grants Facilities for the Voluntary Compliance of Tax and Customs Obligations”, effective until December 8, 2023.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 26, 2023
Artificially intelligent medical software, vital for diagnostics and treatment, faces certification challenges with dynamic AI, which continuously learns, being generally uncertifiable. This situation underlines the need for updated regulations to support AI's evolving role in healthcare.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 24, 2023
Zhong Lun is pleased to bring you updates on PRC antitrust legislation and enforcement during the third quarter of 2023.
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 23, 2023
An individual was prosecuted for unauthorized dumping of several tons of waste in the countryside. He was eventually acquitted on the basis of the principle of criminal legality.
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SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
October 22, 2023
The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission issued SEC Memorandum to grant a final extension up to November 6, 2023 for amnesty applications for late and non-filing of general information sheets, annual financial statements, as well as non-compliance with SEC Memorandum Circular No. 28, series of 2020 (Requirement for Corporations,...
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
October 19, 2023
Cuatrecasas has held the seventh edition of its Women in Business (WiB) discussion forum, aimed at women business owners, executives and directors.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 19, 2023
In this article, we focus on why the Regulations is rolled out in such an time-efficient manner and provide a guidance for multinational companies on reshaping their compliance strategies within this new regulatory context.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
October 18, 2023
SyCipLaw's Tax TIPS from August 2023 covers deficiency taxes, Estate Tax Amnesty, five-year prescriptive period for tax evasion, and more.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
October 18, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Tressis Gestión, who partnered with AYO Social Ventures to launch a venture capital investment fund Ayo Impact on People I FCR, aimed at raising €25–30 million.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
October 17, 2023
Following the launch of ChatGPT, Canada has witnessed a surge in AI-related investments.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
October 16, 2023
Proud to announce that Dimitris Emvalomenos, Lawyer, LL.M. (QMUL), Accredited Mediator of the Greek Ministry of Justice & the Centre of Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR), London, UK, Dep. Managing Partner of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners (BGP), is the author of Chapter Greece in the "Product Recall 2024" Guide, published by Law...
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
October 16, 2023
The Government of Canada published regulations that will create new obligations for the mortgage sector, strengthen correspondent banking relationship requirements, and shift the funding of the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada’s (FINTRAC) compliance program...
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
October 16, 2023
As e-commerce continues to play an increasing role in the Indonesian economy, the Government has introduced a new regulation that seeks to nurture and protect the interests of Indonesian micro, small, and medium enterprises (Usaha Mikro, Kecil dan Menengah – “SME”).
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 15, 2023
A recently published ministerial order defines the procedures for campaigns that must be implemented to identify and analyze per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances in water discharges from some classified facilities subject to the so-called authorization regime.
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Dominican Republic
Pellerano Nadal
October 14, 2023
At the beginning of October 2023, a new law was enacted in the Dominican Republic, establishing a tax incentive regime for domestic and international commercial civil aviation.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 11, 2023
In its ruling of December 15, 2022, the Regional Court of Hamburg prohibited a statutory health insurance company from providing doctors with information that incorrectly advertised the cost-effectiveness of a therapeutic allergen.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 11, 2023
The use of ChatGPT in HR departments for tasks like creating job ads, application responses, and legal assessments brings efficiency, but it also raises legal concerns due to the absence of specific legal frameworks, highlighting the need to be aware of potential pitfalls to avoid costly errors.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
October 10, 2023
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP represented Calsep (a leading provider of PVT simulator software used in the O&G industry) in pursuing claims against Ashish Dabral, and his related companies, for having stolen Calsep’s trade secrets and confidential information.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 10, 2023
In mid-April, the draft bill on the Future Financing Act was presented (we had already reported on this). In the meantime, the government draft of the Future Financing Act has been published. The most important key points and changes at a glance.
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October 10, 2023
Listen to the recording. Key takeaways coming soon!
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
October 10, 2023
In this third quarter of the year, and due to the recent general elections, the number of legislative novelties is lower. However, some of the regulations issued during the last quarter continue to be important, such as those related to violence and harassment, with the entry into force of Convention 190 of the International Labor Organization...
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
October 9, 2023
On September 28, 2023, the securities regulatory authorities of each of the provinces and territories, other than British Columbia, published Multilateral Instrument 93-101 Derivatives: Business Conduct and the Companion Policy 93-101 Derivatives: Business Conduct (together, the “Instrument”)...
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 8, 2023
European Securities Markets Authority's new guidelines call for more comprehensive and transparent sustainability disclosures in securities prospectuses, focusing on detailed ESG reporting and reduced reliance on disclaimers in sustainability-linked bonds and securities.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 7, 2023
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted for SPIC in this transaction and provided comprehensive legal services for the execution of the agreement.
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October 5, 2023
Listen to the recording. Key takeaways coming soon!
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USA
Faegre Drinker
October 5, 2023
Common to the class actions filed this year are allegations that employers requested or required candidates to disclose their family medical histories before receiving employment offers. The plaintiffs’ bar in Illinois may be looking to use the Genetic Information Privacy Act (GIPA) to challenge on
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
October 4, 2023
New voluntary label for bonds offered or listed in the EU to be marketed as EU Green Bonds.
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 3, 2023
On September 12, 2023, the European Commission presented a series of initiatives to provide short-term relief to SMBs, boost their long-term competitiveness, and strengthen fairness in the business environment across the Single Market.
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
October 3, 2023
The law firm is among the first in Europe to launch a space economy-focused practice, which will be led by Partner Stefano Mele.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
October 2, 2023
The October 31 deadline for payment of second half 2023 property taxes is fast approaching. We want to remind you that to preserve the right to challenge the validity of your 2022 tax assessment in court, you must pay the tax under written protest stating the grounds for protest.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
October 1, 2023
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados (PRCP) is pleased to announce the addition of a prominent team of seven attorneys to the firm’s Mining practice, further strengthening the firm’s capabilities and positioning it as a leading firm in this key strategic sector of the Peruvian economy.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
September 28, 2023
Since 2018, the program has brought the future to the present with collaboration, culture, and pioneering initiatives that have been part of TozziniFreire since its establishment.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
September 27, 2023
Upending decades of precedent, the U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that employers considering employees’ requests for religious accommodation must grant these requests unless doing so would result in “substantial increased costs in relation to the conduct of its particular business.”
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
September 26, 2023
The Green Claims Directive (GCD) will enforce stricter standards for environmental advertising claims for medical devices, emphasizing verification and transparency to prevent greenwashing, with implications for marketing practices and legal compliance.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
September 26, 2023
The German Federal Ministry of Health's draft for the Cannabis Law proposes to reclassify medical cannabis, removing it from the Narcotics Act to simplify its dispensing and accessibility for patients, while maintaining stringent control and safety standards.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
September 25, 2023
Cuatrecasas is launching an innovative tool that applies generative artificial intelligence (AI) to legal services, thus enabling the drafting and analysis of documents and the retrieval of legal information for the firm’s different practice areas.
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France
Soulier Avocats
September 24, 2023
Since September 1, 2023, a new social regime applies to the mutual termination indemnity. The mutual termination indemnity is no longer subject to the 20% flat-rate contribution but to a single contribution of 30%.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
September 24, 2023
The National Authority for the Protection of Personal Data (or “ANPDP” in Spanish), an organism within the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights, published a draft that addresses several modifications to the current Regulation of Law No. 29733, Personal Data Protection Law.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
September 21, 2023
A new notification sets out the key criteria for when a Data Controller or Data Processor needs to appoint a DPO. This Notification focuses only on cases where core activities consist of processing operations, which require regular or systematic monitoring of personal data on a large scale.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
September 21, 2023
Currently, the Thailand Penal Code does not explicitly have criteria for holding companies and other types of juristic persons criminally liable separately from natural persons, unless provided otherwise in specific laws, such as the Anti-Money Laundering Act B.E. 2542.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
September 21, 2023
Considering race in college admissions is legally impermissible, according to the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent affirmative action decision. But what does this mean for employers?
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
September 21, 2023
This Update compares the government’s original announcement (see our September 15, 2023 Update) against the draft legislation. We expect the draft legislation to move quickly through Parliament and come into force later this year.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
September 18, 2023
José Augusto Dias de Castro and Jun Oyafuso Makuta, TozziniFreire's partners, discuss the new PAC (Growth Acceleration Program), which has a significant portion of its funds allocated to war contracts, and the strategic decision to increase Brazil's military power.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
September 17, 2023
A resident of Thailand would have the obligation to assess income from foreign sources as a part of assessable income of the tax year (i.e., calendar year starting from 1 January to 31 December of such year) which it is brought into Thailand. This New Order will be effective on 1 January 2024.
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France
Soulier Avocats
September 14, 2023
In two judgments handed down on June 16, 2023, the Paris Administrative Court recognized for the first time the existence of a causal link between the bronchiolitis and ear infections affecting two children and the French State’s failure to take action in terms of air pollution.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
September 14, 2023
On September 14, 2023, the Government of Canada announced its “fighting for the middle class” legislative plan. As part of that plan, the government intends to make substantial changes to the Competition Act, most significantly, ending the “efficiencies defence”.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
September 13, 2023
Law firm TozziniFreire Advogados will celebrate its 47 th
anniversary this Wednesday, September 13 th . With offices in São Paulo, Porto Alegre, Campinas, Brasília, Rio de Janeiro, and New York, it is one of Brazil’s leading full-service law firms, with cases in all areas of business law and a relevant track record in assisting national and...
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September 12, 2023
The staff team has been working on a refresh of our 15 practice groups as well as our committees and forums over the past few months to ensure that network activities are reflective of global markets and industry standards across various areas of practice. This re-organization has led to some groups merging, others changing names, and some...
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
September 11, 2023
Karin Yamauti and Ana Carolina Calil, partners of Infrastructure and Energy, and Vera Kanas, partner of International Trade in TozziniFreire, discuss about the new influences of the new PAC on the commercialization/export of hydrogen produced in Brazil.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
September 10, 2023
In an employment relationship between a company and employees, a non-competition clause, is often found in an employment agreement or confidentiality agreement, especially for employees who have access to confidential company information such as information about suppliers, clients, income, etc.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
September 6, 2023
May the Bureau of Internal Revenue validly serve an assessment notice through the central receiving station of an establishment where the taxpayer is a tenant without proof of authority of the person who allegedly received the mail as part of her functions? Does a taxpayer need to prove the actual remittance of the withheld taxes by the...
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
September 6, 2023
PCC issues guidelines to provide greater transparency and predictability over the PCC's power of motu proprio review of mergers and acquisitions within the digital market.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
September 4, 2023
Dimitris Emvalomenos, Lawyer, LL.M. (QMUL), Accredited Mediator of the Greek Ministry of Justice & the Centre of Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR), London, UK, Dep. Managing Partner of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners (BGP), is the author of Chapter Greece in the "Mediation 2023" Guide, published by Law Business Research Ltd.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
September 3, 2023
A job reference letter in Germany, typically provided upon termination, plays a crucial role in settlement negotiations during dismissal protection cases. Its unique format and language stem from outdated German laws. Here are 10 common pitfalls foreign companies should be aware of.
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France
Soulier Avocats
September 3, 2023
On July 10, 2023, the European Commission adopted its adequacy decision for the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. Personal data can henceforth flow safely from the European Union to U.S. companies adhering to the new Framework, without having to put in place additional data protection safeguards.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
August 31, 2023
Indonesia’s efforts to achieve a greener future have taken a significant step forward as a new regulation on carbon trading comes into play, drawing a positive initial response from businesses. However, as is often the case, whether it proves to be smooth and efficient will depend on the finer detai
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
August 31, 2023
In the past few years, the demand for digital infrastructure, including data storage and managed hosting services, has significantly increased. In this newsletter, we will discuss key legal issues relating to operating data centers in Thailand.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
August 29, 2023
The European Commission's new EU Battery Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2023/1542, "EU-Batt-R") emphasizes the strategic importance of battery development and manufacturing. The European Battery Alliance estimates the 2025 market volume at EUR 250 billion.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
August 29, 2023
On Monday, August 21, Lane Powell filed a petition for certiorari to the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) asking the Court to review the Washington State Supreme Court decision in Quinn v. Dep't of Revenue.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
August 28, 2023
Moderated by TozziniFreire Advogados’ partners, the panels focused on Renewable Energies, Private Equity and Special Situations
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
August 27, 2023
Brazil leads the Sports betting market, but was only recently regulated in Brazil with a provisional measure issued and wait to be approved by Congress soon. That will change this scenario and the consolidation of players will happen, unleashing new and innumerable opportunities for businesses.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
August 24, 2023
The Indonesian Government has issued a new immigration regulation that aims to stimulate post-pandemic economic growth by revising the rules for foreigners to enter the country, while maintaining a selective approach.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
August 24, 2023
Bahas Gramatidis & Partners, Greece, and Gianni & Origoni, Italy, teamed up to assist Enel S.p.A. in signing an agreement with Macquarie Asset Management for the sale of 50% of Enel Green Power Hellas.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
August 24, 2023
Spyros Alexandris, Partner, and Charilaos (Harry) Agathos, Junior Associate of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners, Greece, are the authors of Global Legal Insights – Litigation & Dispute Resolution 2023 – Chapter Greece.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
August 23, 2023
Originally, pursuant to the Regulation of the Civil Aviation Board No. 97 re: Granting Licensing to Civil Aviation Business: Commercial Air Transport and Aerial Work, the applicant for each license shall comply with the same insurance requirements.
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France
Soulier Avocats
August 22, 2023
In the so-called “Grande Synthe” case, the judge ordered the French Government to take new measures to meet the objective of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and to submit a progress report detailing these new measures and their effectiveness.
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August 21, 2023
Thank you to our members for making WLG | impact '23 a huge success. Forty-seven member firms participated in WLG's third annual network-wide Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative during the month of June (and beyond). Members completed a variety of projects including sustainability challenges, educational programs, planting and...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
August 20, 2023
Medical negligence lawsuits involve complex and evolving issues, with characteristics that are quite different from general negligence or tort cases. It is therefore crucial for both healthcare professionals and insurance companies to know what constitutes medical negligence.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
August 17, 2023
The Washington Supreme Court validated the state’s new excise tax on the sale or exchange of long-term capital assets as a constitutional excise tax on the privilege of selling or exchanging certain capital assets—commonly, but perhaps incorrectly, referred to as the “Washington capital gains tax."
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
August 16, 2023
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as AGIC Capital’s PRC legal counsel in this transaction.
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Netherlands
CMS Netherlands
August 16, 2023
MiCAR defines Asset-referenced tokens (ARTs) as a type of crypto-asset that is not an electronic money token and that purports to maintain a stable value by referencing another value or right or a combination thereof, including one or more official currencies.
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Netherlands
CMS Netherlands
August 16, 2023
The Markets in Crypto-assets Regulation (MiCAR) covers electronic money or e-money tokens, a crypto-asset that purports to maintain a stable value by referring to the value of a fiat currency that is a legal tender. The main purpose of this crypto-asset is to be used as a means of exchange inside th
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
August 15, 2023
As states across the country develop laws addressing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a patchwork of requirements has begun to emerge, creating challenges for those who manufacture, distribute, and sell products around the country. Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP has created a solution for clients and the general public designed to help...
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
August 14, 2023
Amid mounting concerns over climate change, Indonesia is poised to enter a new era of carbon trading with the imminent implementation of a newly passed regulation, scheduled to take effect from September 2023.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
August 14, 2023
On July 14 th , 2023, Genneia S.A. (“ Genneia ”) issued Notes for a nominal value equivalent to US$70,867,627: (i) Class XXXIX Notes denominated in U.S. Dollars, subscribed in Argentine Pesos or in kind through the delivery of Class XXIX or Class XXXII Notes and payable in Argentine Pesos at the exchange rate established in the offering...
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
August 14, 2023
Grupo Albanesi's public offering of US$9,164,613 Class XXIII Notes due January 20, 2026, and US$15,332,249 Class XXIV Notes due July 20, 2025, issued by Generación Mediterránea S.A. and Central Térmica Roca S.A. under their US$1,000,000,000 Notes Program.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
August 14, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised ASPRO Servicios Petroleros S.A. in entry to the PyME CNV Special Guaranteed Public Offering Regime.
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised in the issuance of Series I Class II Notes of ASPRO Servicios Petroleros S.A.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
August 13, 2023
Whether or not employers are ready for it, Oregon’s paid family and medical leave and wage replacement program is now accepting employee applications and will soon be paying benefits to eligible employees. Starting August 14, Oregon employees can apply for paid time off benefits provided by PLO.
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Campbells
August 11, 2023
To encourage new blood donors and regular blood donations, Campbells LLP (Cayman Islands) will hold a firm-wide blood drive initiative in September to highlight the importance of regular blood donations to keep stocks and quality of donations high.
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Gross Brown
August 8, 2023
Gross Brown (Paraguay) participated in a recycling and improving the quality of life program for WLG | impact '23.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
August 8, 2023
Contracts can be accepted in a variety of ways many of us are familiar with, from an informal handshake to signing on the dotted line. Now a court in Canada has ruled that even emojis can signal acceptance of a contract. What could be the application in Irish law?
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
August 5, 2023
Tax Updates June 2023 (SyCipLaw Tax Issues and Practical Solutions (T.I.P.S.) International Edition Vol. 9)
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
August 4, 2023
On June 9, 2023, the Monetary Board of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (“BSP”) issued Circular No. 1174, amending the implementing regulations of the mandatory agricultural, fisheries and rural development financing contemplated by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Development Financing Enhancement Act (Republic Act No. 11901 or the...
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
August 3, 2023
SyCipLaw has just published the SyCipLaw ESG Bulletin, which covers the latest issuances from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from January to June 2023.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
July 31, 2023
Following public criticism over a spate of cases involving state officials living in luxury beyond their means, the House of Representatives and the Government of Indonesia are preparing a new law for the confiscation of assets related to criminal actions (“Bill”).
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Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP, Gianni & Origoni
July 31, 2023
Italian law firm Gianni & Origoni and the Greek law firm Bahas Gramatidis and Partners together assisted Enel S.p.A. to sign an agreement with Macquarie Asset Management, for the sale of 50% of Enel Green Power Hellas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Enel S.p.A. in Greece, for a consideration of approximately €345 million, representing a total...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 31, 2023
This article will also analyze how to formulate and execute effective security assessment strategies, offering insight into facilitating successful market entry of AIGC products.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 31, 2023
This article seeks to guide readers through the complexities of the algorithm record-filing process, a step that AIGC product developers cannot miss if they want to successfully bring AIGC products to the market.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 31, 2023
As Part I in a series of articles intended to chart the regulatory course for AIGC and explore its potential trajectory under the current legal evolvements, this article seeks to decode the regulatory intent embedded within the AIGC Measures.
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Norway
Schjødt
July 31, 2023
All indications are that fully autonomous cars – powered by AI technology – will become a reality within the next decade. Soon you will be able to get into your car, close your eyes whilst driving at 110 km/h and trust that your car will get you safely to your destination.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
July 30, 2023
Handling employment matters in Germany can be complex for North American in-house counsels. From contracts and onboarding to global policies and German employment litigation, understanding these unique aspects is essential.
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India
AZB & Partners
July 30, 2023
AZB & Partners is acting for TA Associates, in BPEA EQT’s acquisition of a majority stake in Indira IVF.
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Vietnam
VILAF
July 30, 2023
The Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha initialed on the Decision No. 500/QD-TTg, documenting the roadmap for Vietnam’s national electricity development for the period from 2021 – 2030, with a vision to 2050 (PDP-8).
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USA
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 30, 2023
Zhong Lun is pleased to bring you updates on PRC antitrust legislation and enforcement during the second quarter of 2023.
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France
Soulier Avocats
July 27, 2023
The proposed measures aim inter alia to prevent corruption, criminalize all corruption offences under the UN Convention against Corruption, harmonize penalties across the EU and establish a common foreign and security policy sanctions regime to target serious acts of corruption worldwide.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
July 27, 2023
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a final rule, effective August 1, that allows employers to have an alternative procedure for remote I-9 employment verification.
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July 26, 2023
Leave it to me to select a local business for my WLG | impact profile incorporating a winery. Naturally, the idea dawned on me over a glass of wine. The glass was Fauna and the winery was Lightfoot & Wolfville, a local biodynamic farm.
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India
AZB & Partners
July 25, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for Aegon on its exit from its joint venture company, Aegon Life Insurance Company Limited by way of sale to Bandhan Financial Holdings.
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Netherlands
CMS Netherlands
July 24, 2023
Mark your calendar for a ground-breaking event at the intersection of life sciences and law! We are excited to announce 'Blurring Boundaries', a one-of-a-kind meeting aiming to navigate the fast-paced changes in the life sciences sector.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
July 23, 2023
In response to Russia's actions in Ukraine, the EU approved sanctions limiting capital market access, targeting individuals and companies, and capping Russian oil prices. Violations result in heavy penalties.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
July 23, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires S.A.U. and Banco Santander Argentina S.A. (the “ Bookrunners and Placement Agents ”) and Balanz Capital Valores S.A.U., TPCG Valores S.A.U. y Banco Patagonia S.A. (together with Bookrunners and Placement Agents, the “ Placement Agents ”), as placement agents, in Tecpetrol...
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
July 23, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja acted as legal counsel to MSU S.A. in the public offering of its 6.50% Series XIII Notes for US$ 25,000,000 issued on July 17, 2023, and due July 17, 2026, under its US$ 150,000,000 Global Notes Program.
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
July 23, 2023
Rome, July 24, 2023 - Following the Partners’ Meeting, international law firm Gianni & Origoni renewed the firm's Executive Committee, as well as top positions, and approved its 2022 financial statements and strategic guidelines. During the Meeting, six new Non-Equity partners were elected.
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Australia
MinterEllison
July 23, 2023
Australia's Federal Court finds in favor of Nine newspapers against Ben Roberts-Smith. The judgement is a win for investigative journalism and the public’s right to know. Defense led by Peter Bartlett from MinterEllison.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
July 20, 2023
The Greek "FRANCHISE SUCCESS AWARDS" Committee has awarded Yanos Gramatidis, Partner and Co-Founder of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners Law Firm, with the "GOLD WINNER - OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO FRANCHISING 2023" award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Franchising in Greece and to Greek entrepreneurship
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
July 20, 2023
Federal Agencies Issue Joint Policy Statement on Commercial Real Estate Loan Workouts Providing Valuable Guidance for Lenders.
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Arnold & Porter
July 20, 2023
Arnold & Porter (Washington, DC, USA) has continued its long-standing commitment to advancing women in the legal industry through concerted efforts to develop and grow an internal pipeline of accomplished women professionals poised to take on leadership roles inside and outside the firm.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
July 19, 2023
In a challenging first half of the year, the law firm accounted for 4% of the total transactions in the market.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
July 19, 2023
After Indonesia’s Constitutional Court upheld contested provisions of the Personal Data Protection Law, the government is now drafting derivative regulations that will provide details on data processing requirements and sanctions for non-compliance with the new law.
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France
Soulier Avocats
July 18, 2023
The Paris Administrative Court handed down a decision withdrawing the accreditation of the anticorruption association Anticor which allowed it to act in cases concerning corruption and breaches of probity.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 17, 2023
Zhong Lun acted as the Hong Kong legal adviser to Yashili in the transactions.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 17, 2023
In bagging this final win, Zhong Lun demonstrated outstanding capabilities in handling unfair competition litigation, especially for trade names with certain influence and unregistered trademarks.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
July 17, 2023
An overview of its applicability, key exemptions, notice requirements, individual requirements, enforcement, and more.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 16, 2023
Zhong Lun served as the PRC counsel for the joint sponsors Goldman Sachs (Asia) L.L.C. and CITIC Securities (Hong Kong) Limited, providing legal services throughout the whole of the H shares’ issuance and full circulation.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 16, 2023
Zhong Lun provided legal services for Cutia Therapeutics’ incubation and inception, multiple rounds of financings and establishment of ESOP and acted as its PRC legal advisor in this offering.
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India
AZB & Partners
July 16, 2023
AZB & Partners advised Jefferies India Private Limited and IIFL Securities Limited, the brokers for the offer for sale by Patanjali Ayurved Limited on the sale of equity shares in Patanjali Foods Limited.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
July 16, 2023
The end of the second quarter brings significant developments to labor relations in Spain.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
July 16, 2023
The Decree has been published by which certain measures are adopted and extended in response to the economic and social consequences of the War in Ukraine, in support of the reconstruction of the island of La Palma and other situations of vulnerability; transposition of European Union Directives on structural modifications of commercial...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 15, 2023
The CAC issues new regulations to regulate short-range self-organizing network information services, the MIIT issues new provisions on the Procedures for Administrative Penalties, and more.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
July 13, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised Oleoductos del Valle S.A in the successful issuance of the Class 3 Notes for an amount of US$60,000,000 (Dollars sixty million) with a fixed rate of 0.00%, maturing on July 10, 2027 (the " Class 3 Notes " or the " Notes ”, indistinctly).
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
July 13, 2023
On July 5, 2023, Aeropuertos Argentina 2000 S.A. (“AA2000”) issued Class 10 dollar-linked notes at zero rate and 110.65% issuance price, due on July 5, 2025, to be paid exclusively in kind through the delivery of Class 3 Notes at certain exchange ratio, for a face value of US$25,061,312 (the “Class 10 Notes”).
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
July 13, 2023
Cuatrecasas advises MedVida Partners de Seguros y Reaseguros, S.A. on the agreement with Vida-Caixa, S.A. de Seguros y Reaseguros to acquire a life insurance portfolio in run-off of SA Nostra Compañía de Seguros de Vida, S.A.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
July 13, 2023
The Companies Law & Corporate Governance Department of Bruchou & Funes de Rioja, lead by partners Maria Lucila Winschel and Florencia Angélico, obtained the Quality Management System certification.
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Cuatrecasas
July 12, 2023
Royal Decree 571/2023, of July 4, approves the long-awaited implementing regulation on foreign direct investment
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
July 11, 2023
One of the common raisons d’etre of anti-trust regulations around the world is to prohibit arrangement between competitors. The most obvious, straight-forward, and effective arrangement is on prices.
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Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
July 11, 2023
We are proud to announce that Dimitris Emvalomenos, Dep. Managing Partner of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners (BGP), has been selected by Who’s Who Legal (WWL)’s independent research with clients and peers, as being among the highest-ranking Life Sciences – Product Liability Lawyers.
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Goodmans LLP
July 11, 2023
In April 2023, Canada's Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (“OSFI”) identified cyber risk as a major issue to be addressed in its Annual Risk Outlook – Fiscal Year 2023-2024.
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Faegre Drinker
July 11, 2023
This article provides an overview of ESG antitrust concerns and strategies companies should consider to avoid antitrust scrutiny before implementing ESG efforts.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
July 10, 2023
The International Comparative Legal Guide – Product Liability 2023 has now been published. Dimitris Emvalomenos, Lawyer, LL.M., Accredited Mediator of the Greek Ministry of Justice & the Centre of Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR), London, UK, Dep. Managing Partner of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners.
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PLMJ
July 10, 2023
The purpose of this informative note is to highlight the recent publication of Decree-Law 20-A/2023 of 22 March, which establishes the general rules for the application of the Portugal 2030 European Funds and the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund for the programming period 2021-2027.
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PLMJ
July 10, 2023
Banco Nacional de Angola Notice 1/23 of 30 January (the “Notice”) was recently published and it establishes new rules for the opening, maintenance, operation and closing of bank accounts by individuals or legal entities.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
July 9, 2023
New partners join the law firm to contribute to the practice areas of Mergers & Acquisitions and White-Collar Crimes.
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India
AZB & Partners
July 6, 2023
AZB & Partners is advising IDFC FIRST Bank Limited on the proposed merger of IDFC Limited and IDFC Financial Holding Company Limited with it by way of a composite scheme of amalgamation.
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TozziniFreire Advogados
July 6, 2023
This initiative focus on the promotion of the rights and inclusion of five main groups: race, gender, people with disabilities, refugees, and LGBTI+.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
July 6, 2023
On March 17, 2023, CONAMER published the Organic Statute of Litio MX, which establishes the bases that will govern the said organization, as well as its hierarchical organization, operation, and attributions.
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India
AZB & Partners
July 5, 2023
AZB & Partners is acting for auto parts firm Jayem Automotives Private Limited where TI Clean Mobility (of the Murugappa Group) is acquiring 50% for INR 206 crores.
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France
Soulier Avocats
July 4, 2023
The European Commission has adopted a new merger control simplification package expected to bring significant benefits for businesses and advisers in terms of preparatory work and related costs.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
July 4, 2023
Spanish Minister for Justice, Pilar Llop, granted the Grand Cross of the Order of Saint Raymond of Peñafort to Rafael Fontana, senior partner of Cuatrecasas, recognizing his work and drive in the legal sector during the over 40 years he has been practicing law.
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India
AZB & Partners
July 4, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for ERGO International AG (‘ERGO’) on the sale of stake by ERGO in HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company Ltd to HDFC Limited, by way of a secondary sale of shares.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
July 4, 2023
Indonesia’s House of Representatives and government earlier this year enacted a new Criminal Code that was decades in the making. Law No. 1 of 2023 on the Criminal Code (“New KUHP”) introduces substantial changes to the criminal law framework, including provisions that specifically affect companies.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
July 4, 2023
Previously, in the custody of their clients’ digital assets, digital asset business operators were prohibited from using their clients’ digital assets to seek benefits for others or for the clients themselves, as well as depositing them with a custodian that intended to lend out the digital assets.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
July 4, 2023
Entering into force on July 6, 2023. The most relevant changes imposed by the Guidelines include the creation of a pre-notification stage, new notification procedures and forms, and the mandatory obligation to provide complete, sufficient, and true information.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 4, 2023
To help enterprises better understand and apply the guidelines, we have succinctly addressed ten pertinent questions to facilitate successful preparation for filing the Standard Contract.
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India
AZB & Partners
July 3, 2023
AZB & Partners advised WWD Ruby Limited (“WWD”) on its stake sale of 3,030,215 equity shares, aggregating up to INR 4,172.90 million, in Sapphire Foods India Limited.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
July 3, 2023
In Budget 2023, the Government of Canada announced its intentions to strengthen measures to protect financial institutions from foreign interference and efficiently address emerging risks to Canada’s financial sector.
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India
AZB & Partners
July 2, 2023
We are pleased to announce the induction of Sudish Sharma as Partner – Corporate/M&A
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India
AZB & Partners
July 2, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for ICICI Bank Limited and ICICI Securities Limited on the proposed delisting of ICICI Securities through a pioneering scheme under Regulation 37 of the SEBI (Delisting of Equity Shares) Regulations, 2021.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
July 2, 2023
Royal Decree-Law 5/2023 , in its first volume, approves a whole new system for structural changes in corporations, both domestic and cross-border . As well as complying with the transposition into Spanish national law of the so-called Mobility Directive, the new law revokes Act 3/2009, of April 3, incorporating into a new regulation the whole...
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Norway
Schjødt
July 2, 2023
Borgarting Court of Appeal ruled in the appellate case concerning the legality of Brødrene Dahl AS' development, manufacture and sale of an actuator device. The Court upheld the Oslo District Court's decision that Brødrene Dahl had made an intentional imitation of Eltorque AS' actuator device.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 30, 2023
We are delighted to announce the opening of our Chennai Office under the leadership of Aarthi Sivanandh. The team includes Partner Bhavana Alexander (who focuses on Corporate/M&A practice) and associates.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
June 29, 2023
Cuatrecasas advised Banco Santander, CaixaBank and a group of financial institutions on preparing their first restructuring plan and the first request for court approval submitted, under the new consolidated text of the Spanish Insolvency Act.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 29, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advise on the first issuance of Sustainable Bonds by the Province of Mendoza and on the refinancing of its debt.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 29, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja assisted in the issuance of trust securities under the "Centrocard Créditos V" Financial Trust of the Program of Financial Trusts “CENTROCARD”.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 29, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advise on Banco de Servicios y Transacciones S.A. Series XIII Notes issuance for a nominal value of $2,107,000.000.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 29, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised on the Issuance of new notes by Compañía General de Combustibles under its Frequent Issuer program.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 29, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised in successful YPF’s Series XXV Notes issuance for an aggregate value of U$S125,000,000 subscribed under YPF´s Frequent Issuer Notes Program.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 29, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised in the issuance of Additional Class 1 Notes and Class 2 Notes of Oleoductos del Valle S.A.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 29, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised YPF S.A. and TCA Tanoira Cassagne advised Macro Securities S.A.U., Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires S.A.U., Banco Santander Argentina S.A, and Nación Bursátil S.A. as placement agents, in YPF S.A.’s issuance of Series XXV Additional Notes for an aggregate value of US$138,000,000 subscribed under YPF´s...
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USA
Lane Powell PC
June 29, 2023
Lane Powell Shareholder Bryan Powell has been elected the next Vice President of Lane Powell. Tom Sondag, who has served in the Vice President role since 2014, will enter retirement on July 1.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
June 29, 2023
SyCipLaw’s Tax Department has prepared Tax Issues and Practical Solutions (T.I.P.S.) for May covering featured tax issues include a Petition for Declaratory Relief, taxes related to the importation of alkylate, amendments to regulations on VAT zero-rating, and more.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
June 28, 2023
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to consider whether the mandatory repatriation tax (MRT) resulting from the deemed repatriation under IRC § 965 is constitutional. No decision is expected until 2024.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
June 28, 2023
Indonesia is readying for innovative financing in its creative economy sector by allowing intellectual property (“IP”) assets to be used as collateral to obtain financial support. While this concept was actually introduced in legislation several years ago, it is only now coming into effect from July 2023.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
June 28, 2023
The Federal Court’s recent decision in Sierra Club Canada Foundation v. Canada (Environment and Climate Change) highlights the continuing focus in Canada on climate change litigation.
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France
Soulier Avocats
June 27, 2023
Who are private protection officers, commonly known as bodyguards, and above all how is their action legally regulated undet French law?
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
June 25, 2023
Santamarina + Steta advised Internacional de Inversiones, S.A.P.I. de C.V. (“IDEI”) in the first issuance in Mexico of a super green bond through long-term notes (certificados bursátiles) for an aggregate amount of MXN$800,045,000,000 (Eight hundred million forty-five thousand Mexican pesos).
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
June 25, 2023
Spanish Supreme Court confirms that dividends paid out to foreign parent companies in the EU are tax exempt unless authorities prove abuse.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
June 22, 2023
Volex PLC agreed to acquire the entire issued share capital of Murat Ticaret Kablo Sanayi A.Ş., for an approximate amount of €180,000,000.00 (one hundred eighty million euros).
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
June 21, 2023
On June 19, 2023, the Federal Electricity Commission (for its acronym in Spanish "CFE") published in the Federal Official Gazette (for its acronym in Spanish "DOF") the Amendments to the Organic Bylaws of CFE Generación I, II, IV and VI (the "Bylaws").
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Makarim & Taira S.
June 21, 2023
Indonesia’s commitment to combat climate change was demonstrated by President Joko Widodo at the United Nations’ 21st Conference of the Parties (“COP-21”) in 2015.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
June 21, 2023
It will soon be illegal for Washington employers to reject most job applicants based on their off-duty cannabis use. Beginning January 1, 2024, most Washington employers may not reject a job applicant simply because they use marijuana outside of work and away from the workplace.
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
June 21, 2023
Two new provisions increase the amounts of the tax credit certificate and regulate tax benefits in the Province of Buenos Aires, changes that provide certainty and legal security to those who wish to invest in renewable energies in our region.
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Locke Lord LLP
June 19, 2023
Locke Lord LLP (Massachusetts, U.S.A.) is committed to giving back to the communities in which we work and live through our considerable investment of time and resources in making sure our business initiatives are part of creating a better world around us.
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Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
June 19, 2023
In 2021, Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners (Greece) launched the fundraising project "Replanting the Olive Groves of Ancient Olympia”. The Ancient Olympia area suffered catastrophic fires resulting in the destruction of 450,000 olive trees.
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Soulier Avocats
June 19, 2023
As part of WLG ׀ impact ‘23 , Soulier Avocats (France) partnered with the soccer division of the multi-sports club called Rhodia-Vaise Club to host a cleaning session.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
June 18, 2023
On 19 June 2023, the Office of Trade Competition Commission hosted an online information session on their internal undertakings. The session was centered around cartel enforcement and a prospective leniency program.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
June 15, 2023
Earlier this year, it was ruled that Washington state’s capital gains tax is a constitutional excise tax, not an income tax. Some argued that the tax was easy to apply because the starting point was long-term capital gains reported on a taxpayer’s federal income tax return.
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World Law Group
June 14, 2023
Many people may not know that the fashion industry is a significant source of global pollution. WLG's Beth Castro found one business that is taking small steps to make an impact on a big problem and one related activity she could participate in directly.
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PLMJ
June 14, 2023
Ministerial Order 160/2023 of 12 June, which enters into force today, establishes the new list of reimbursed compounded medicines, with the addition of new reimbursed medicines to the list in force until now.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 14, 2023
We are delighted to inform that Sarah Jayne Rufus, who was a senior associate at AZB & Partners from 2006 till 2010 is rejoining AZB as a Partner in our Aviation Law Practice.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
June 12, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Banco Caminos and Bancofar on registering a dual mortgage-backed bond program on the Spanish Alternative Fixed-Income Market (MARF) for a joint maximum total of €200 million, €90 million for Banco Caminos and €110 for Bancofar.
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Namibia
ENS
June 12, 2023
While this judgment only expressly applies in the context of immigration law, it is a hopeful, spirited judgment that could mark the beginning of a new era of rights protection in Namibia for the LGBTQI+ community.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
June 12, 2023
There have been significant developments in relation to EVs over the past few months, with several governmental bodies announcing new incentives and policies to complement existing schemes aimed at promoting the use of EV and positioning Thailand as a leading global hub for EV manufacturing.
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Namibia
ENS
June 12, 2023
While this judgment only expressly applies in the context of immigration law, it is a hopeful, spirited judgment that could mark the beginning of a new era of rights protection in Namibia for the LGBTQI+ community.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 12, 2023
AZB & Partners advised Cube Highways on its acquisition of Baharampore - Farakka Highways Limited (BFHL) from the HCC Group.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 12, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Private Limited, one of the largest providers of green, clean energy to corporate consumers in Asia, in relation to its fund raise from Brookfield Renewables.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
June 11, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised the Elecnor Group on registering a multi-currency commercial paper program on the Spanish Alternative Fixed-Income Market (MARF)—with a maximum outstanding balance of €400 million.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
June 11, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Sacyr Servicios, a subsidiary of Sacyr (BME:SCYR), on the sale of Valoriza Servicios Medioambientales to a fund of Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners, for €734 million.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
June 11, 2023
In May 2023, China’s TMT sector witnessed key legal developments that underscored a rigorous focus on cybersecurity, consumer protection, and personal information protection.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
June 11, 2023
Dimitris Emvalomenos, Deputy Managing Partner of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners (BGP) is the author of the paper "SUSTAINABILITY IN DISPUTE RESOLUTION - MEDIATION AS AN ESG PRACTICE"
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
June 11, 2023
TozziniFreire Advogados has hired a new partner, boosting its tax practice. Fernanda Ramos Pazello joins the firm to contribute with her experience in tax litigation.
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World Law Group
June 9, 2023
For WLG | impact '23, WLG Staff Team Member Tori Mowery participated in the Clean the Bay Your Way DIY Week as part of The Chesapeake Bay Foundation 's (CBF) annual Clean the Bay Day program. The Chesapeake Bay is a system dangerously out of balance, with low water quality standards, toxic contaminants, and aquatic life in danger. For...
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 8, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advise on Vista Energy Argentina’s Notes issuance for USD 40,785,237.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 8, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised on the A/B loan agreement granted by CAF to Pan American Energy, Sucursal Argentina for an aggregate amount of US$300,000,000, due 2029.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 8, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advise on the issuance of Notes by ARCOR S.A.I.C for AR$22,000,000,000.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 8, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised in Petroquímica Comodoro Rivadavia S.A.’s Additional Series K Notes, Series M Notes and Series N Notes issuance.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 8, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja acted as counsel to the banks in a US$96,000,000 syndicated loan. Compañía General de Combustibles S.A. is a leading energy company in Argentina dedicated, by itself and through its subsidiaries, to the development, exploration and production of oil and gas and, to a lesser extent, liquefied petroleum gas. It owns...
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
June 8, 2023
WongPartnership’s involvement in the “PDV Marina wind-up” matter was recognised at the 2023 Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific Awards, where the matter was awarded “Impact Case Winner”.
WongPartnership is acting for a large Japanese conglomerate and has successfully recovered an eight-figure sum.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
June 8, 2023
On June 8, 2023, Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) provided an update on the previously announced exemptions from certain securities law filing requirements in connection with the transition from the existing System for Electronic Data Analysis and Retrieval (Old SEDAR)...
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 8, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advise on Vista Energy Argentina’s Notes issuance for USD 13,500,000 (the “ Series XX Notes ”). The issuance was carried out under the company’s Global Program of up to US$800,000,000.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
June 8, 2023
The Government of Canada has launched a public consultation to consider ways to improve Canada’s anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing regime (the “AML/ATF Regime”). A Consultation Paper has been issued, which includes instructions for submitting comments.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 8, 2023
olinos Agro S.A., together with Molinos Overseas Commodities S.A., secured financing for up to US$250,000,000 from IDB Invest. The uncommitted financing consists of a direct loan of up to US$50 million, and up to US$200 million of mobilized funds, with Santander and Rabobank as lead arrangers. This funding aims to ensure short and medium-term...
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 8, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja acted as legal advisor in the issuance of ARCOR S.A.I.C., one of the main food produces in Argentina, of its Series 19 Notes for an amount of US$ 77,000,000 (the “Series 21 Notes”) under the Arcor´s MTN Program for the Issuance of Notes for an amount of up to US$ 1,200,000,000 (or its equivalent in other currencies...
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
June 8, 2023
On June 8, 2023, the Mexican Official Standard NOM-037-STPS-2022 was published, which establishes the occupational health and safety conditions that must be respected in the Teleworking modality.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
June 7, 2023
The Indonesian Commission for the Supervision of Business Competition (“KPPU”) has issued KPPU Regulation No. 2 of 2023 on the Procedures for Handling Monopolistic and Unfair Business Practice Cases (“KPPU Reg. 2/2023”)
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
June 7, 2023
The Texas Legislature recently passed and sent to Governor Abbott House Bill 19, a bill that creates new, specialized courts with jurisdiction over certain types of civil actions involving large business disputes.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
June 6, 2023
On 1 June 2023, the royal decree issued under the Revenue Code governing exemptions of taxes and duties No. 763 B.E. 2566 (2023) was launched in accordance with the Thai’s cabinet resolution on incentives for the conversion of the Property Fund for Public Offering (the “PFPO”) to a REIT.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
June 5, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Druni—a perfumery, cosmetics and health & beauty retailer—on the agreement signed with Arenal and MC Sonae to create a leading beauty and wellness retailer in Spain, with a turnover of approximately €800 million.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
June 5, 2023
On May 3, 2023, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved a final rule , on a 3-2 vote, which will require enhanced disclosure relating to issuer share repurchases. This client alert discusses both the new rules and some of their potential impacts. The final rule reflects several notable changes to the requirements contemplated...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
June 5, 2023
Zhong Lun, as the Chinese legal advisor to Airbus, end-to-end comprehensive legal services for this project. The JV will create and operate services center(s) in China for commercial aircraft second life services, providing one-stop services for various types of aircrafts ranging from aircraft parking and storage to maintenance, upgrades,...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
June 5, 2023
Acting as the PRC counsel of HKA, Zhong Lun provided legal services for all stages of debt restructuring governed by PRC laws involved in this Restructuring.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 5, 2023
Pampa Energía S.A. (" Pampa Energía ") the leading, independent and integrated energy company in Argentina with participation in electricity and gas value chain, successfully completed the placement and issuance in the local market of: (i) 4.99% Series 16 corporate bonds, for US$ 55,744,200, due November 4, 2025, denominated, subscribed,...
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Argentina, Spain
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
June 5, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja and Cuatrecasas acted as legal advisors to GOintegro and Edenred, respectively, in the acquisition of 75% of the share capital of GOintegro. In addition to the founders of GOintegro, the sellers are the private equity funds Riverwood Capital and Kazek. Endeavor Global also agreed to sell its stake in the holding...
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
June 4, 2023
INVEX Controladora, S.A.B. de C.V. ("INVEX") obtained, from the National Banking and Securities Commission, the authorization to register in the National Securities Registry a dual program of short and long term stock certificates.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
June 4, 2023
On June 1, 2023, Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) provided an update on the launch of the new System for Electronic Data Analysis and Retrieval + (SEDAR+).
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USA
Lane Powell PC
June 4, 2023
The Department of Homeland Security announced an end to its COVID-19 temporary flexibility for Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. The temporary policies were designed to allow U.S. employers flexibility for onboarding new employees while following health guidelines for social distancing.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
June 3, 2023
We have explained the investigative nature of the enforcement of the UEL Provisions in our previous article. In this article, we will continue to explore investigation procedures within the framework of the UEL Provisions.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
June 3, 2023
With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology, promoting its healthy development and standardization has become more crucial than ever. This is especially true given the trend of artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC) triggered by ChatGPT. As a result, regulatory authorities in major countries are closely monitoring...
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WongPartnership LLP
June 1, 2023
WongPartnership LLP (Singapore) embarked on a carbon-neutral firm trip to Seoul, South Korea in August. Over three months before the firm trip, every firm member has endeavored to reduce 700 kg of carbon dioxide emissions each, equivalent to the carbon dioxide emissions each passenger will generate on an economy class roundtrip flight to Seoul.
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Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
June 1, 2023
As part of Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP's (Canada - Québec) ongoing commitment to give back to our community, it is tradition for Davies students to plan and participate in various events in support of charitable organizations.
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PLMJ
June 1, 2023
Following the approval of Law 21/2023, of 25 May, introduced a regulatory framework that fosters the development of companies with a business model that has a strong innovation component and potential for future growth.
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Greenberg Glusker LLP
June 1, 2023
Over the past few years, Greenberg Glusker (California - U.S.A.) has held creative and innovative campaigns to raise funds for the Food Bank. It has taken the shape of the Pie a Partner challenge, the Attorney Karaoke challenge, and Lip Sync Battles. This year, we held an in-person event in our offices—Casino Night!
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CMS Netherlands
June 1, 2023
CMS Netherlands contributes to WLG | impact '23 on multiple fronts.
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France
Soulier Avocats
June 1, 2023
In a ruling issued on May 11, 2023, French Supreme Court held that an employment contract may impose on an employee the obligation to repay part of his/her “welcome bonus” if he/she resigns before the date on which full payment of the bonus is due.
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CMS Belgium
May 31, 2023
During WLG | impact '23 CMS Belgium has been granted a silver medal from Ecovadis.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
May 31, 2023
It's no secret that the rapid increase in interest rates over the past year has resulted in an extremely challenged CRE lending environment. Even where a borrower secures a commitment for traditional financing, the higher interest rates, tight covenants, and onerous reserve, deposit and guaranty requirements often make such debt unattractive....
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Netherlands
CMS Netherlands
May 31, 2023
On May 30, the Dutch Senate has adopted the Future of Pensions Act; the bill and submitted motions were voted on and a majority was achieved.
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May 31, 2023
World Law Group members participated in the third-annual network-wide Corporate Social Responsibility initiative— WLG | impact , throughout June. See how our members made a difference locally and around the globe.
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Bech-Bruun
May 30, 2023
Bech-Brrun has developed the collaboration program, BB Impact. With BB Impact, we work determinedly with some of Denmark's talented startups to fulfill the 17 UN Global Goals for sustainable development through innovation and out-of-the-box thinking.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 30, 2023
In conjunction with the latest amendment of the Counterespionage Law, Zhong Lun provides compliance advice for multinational companies conducting information collection and research activities in China.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
May 30, 2023
Regulators, investors, and other stakeholders in Thailand are placing an increasing focus on the adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) principles across all sectors.
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India
AZB & Partners
May 29, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for Ravindra Energy in the construction of its recent solar power park in Solapur, Maharashtra in collaboration with Hyundai Construction Equipment India Private Limited for the supply of power to C&I (commercial and industrial consumers)
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
May 29, 2023
The Electronic Transactions Development Agency has conducted three public hearings on nine draft subordinate laws (the “Draft Sub-laws”) focusing on key areas, such as the criteria to determine numbers of users and requirements regarding terms and conditions of a platform.
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Netherlands
CMS Netherlands
May 29, 2023
CMS shares the second edition of the CMS European Private Equity Study 2023.
This study analyses hundreds of Private Equity deals that we advised on in 2022 and previous years, providing unique insights into market trends and differences between private equity and trade deals.
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World Law Group
May 29, 2023
The World Law Group Staff Team will participate in WLG | impact '23 by either joining a local initiative in their communities and writing about their experience in a blog post or interviewing a local organization that is working on sustainable practices and writing a blog post.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
May 28, 2023
On May 26, 2023, the Energy Regulatory Commission published the Agreement updating the values, criteria, and methodologies for cogeneration and efficient cogeneration systems.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
May 28, 2023
New energy solutions emerging due to technological developments and lower costs, as well as practical challenges on the current supervision of the Thai energy sector have created the impetus to update the EIA, which underpins the ERC's supervisory direction.
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VILAF
May 26, 2023
About one in seven people entering a hospital need blood, and just one pint of blood can save three lives. To help with this need, VILAF (Vietnam) held a blood drive for WLG | impact .
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Sorainen
May 25, 2023
Sorainen (The Baltics) reducedtheir carbon footprint by challenging team members to walk or bike to work and celebrating World Bicycle Day on June 3.
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MinterEllison
May 25, 2023
MinterEllison (Australia) will continue to participate in The Chancery Lane Project for WLG | impact '23 .
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
May 25, 2023
Alfaro Abogados (Argentina) participated in WLG | impact '23 not only in June, but year round!
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Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr
May 25, 2023
Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr (Chile) enhanced their existing recycling programs for paper, water drums, and ink toners, while also introducing new recycling programs for batteries and coffee grounds.
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Chandler MHM Limited
May 25, 2023
Representatives from Chandler MHM (Thailand) have been regularly visiting schools in Thailand to provide a broad range of support. The support has included developing the school gardens to grow vegetables which will supplement the school lunch programs.
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PLMJ
May 24, 2023
International Coastal Cleanup Day is an annual event held in September to raise awareness of the importance of protecting the coastal environment. As part of this initiative, PLMJ (Portugal) launched a campaign in June to encourage its staff to take part in one of four beach clean-up initiatives in September in Porto, Lisbon, Faro, and Luanda.
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Guyer & Regules
May 24, 2023
In October 2021 Guyer & Regules (Uruguay) launched their most ambitious initiative to date: a fully operative internal recycling program in alliance with a specialized local waste management company.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
May 24, 2023
Main developments of the Housing Act affecting large property holders, developers and funds operating in the real estate sector.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
May 23, 2023
The Indonesian government’s decision to move the country's capital city from Jakarta to Ibu Kota Nusantara (“IKN”) in East Kalimantan has generated a lot of excitement, as well as plenty of questions over how the ambitious project will be funded.
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
May 22, 2023
Through our GOP CARES program our firm has continued to carry out and consolidate many initiatives dedicated to the environment (GOP Cares Green), its people (GOP Cares Social), and governance (GOP Cares Work).
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
May 22, 2023
In order to provide top-notch advisory services in all areas of law, Alfaro Abogados has expanded its teams in key areas such as Mining, Litigation, International Law, Compliance, Institutional Relations, and Diversity and Inclusion.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
May 22, 2023
Makarim & Taira S. (M&T) has entered a new chapter in its 43 rd year as one of Indonesia’s leading law firms, with the appointment of Maria Sagrado as the new Managing Partner in May 2023. Maria has been part of the firm for more than 22 years. She began her journey at M&T as a Trainee and rose through the ranks to become a Partner...
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Sweden
Setterwalls
May 22, 2023
We have the pleasure of presenting the latest issue of Setterwalls’ Life Sciences Report of May 2023. The report presents our view on selected current issues with respect to life sciences. We hope you will find the report of interest.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
May 21, 2023
The Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (SCDDA) has been in force since January 1, 2023, requiring companies to continually update their compliance, procurement, and contract drafting processes to meet evolving due diligence obligations and monitor changing risks.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
May 21, 2023
In a Judgment issued on 6 April 2023, the General Division of the Singapore High Court ordered Educomp founder Shantanu Prakash and Singaporean lawyer Dennis Lui to pay damages totaling S$2.9million plus interest to Raffles Education Group entities (“Raffles Entities”). Among other things, the Court found that the two individuals conspired to...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 21, 2023
In April 2023, the TMT sector in China witnessed considerable regulatory advancements, notably the Cyberspace Administration of China’s (the “CAC”) introduction of new regulations for AIGC. Here are our observations.
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Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
May 18, 2023
Hunton Andrews Kurth (Texas, USA) hosted various events/projects across many of its US offices as part of WLG | impact '23 .
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
May 18, 2023
We are proud to announce that Dimitris Emvalomenosand Maria Tranoudi of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners Law Firm, are the authors of Chapter Greece in the latest publication “CMS Expert Guide to Private Placement of Funds Rules and Law”.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
May 18, 2023
We are proud to announce that Dimitris Emvalomenos and Maria Tranoudi of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners Law Firm are the authors of Chapter Greece in the latest publication “CMS Expert Guide to UCITS Passporting”.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
May 18, 2023
Proud to announce The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) 2023 Edition has recognized Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners as a Leading Firm in Banking, finance and capital markets.
Legal 500 said: “Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners has demonstrable experience in handling matters concerning aviation finance, advising aircraft leasing...
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
May 18, 2023
We are pleased to have acted for Workvivo Limited on its sale to Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:ZM).
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
May 18, 2023
Dimitris Emvalomenos, Lawyer, LL.M., Accredited Mediator of the Greek Ministry of Justice & the Centre of Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR) in London, UK, Deputy Managing Partner of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners (BGP) Law Firm, is the author of the paper “IN THE END, WHY OPT FOR MEDIATION?”
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 18, 2023
BSP Amends Miscellaneous Rules on Deposits, BSP Issues Rules on Consumer Assistance and Mediation/Adjudication of Cases.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
May 18, 2023
The enactment of the Screening of Third Countries Transactions Bill is widely anticipated by key Irish companies. As it continues to work its way through the Irish legislative approval process, we consider the likely impact of a number of amendments to the Bill from earlier this year.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 18, 2023
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan (SyCipLaw) has just published the SyCipLaw TMT and Data Bulletin covering significant Philippine legal and regulatory developments in the technology, media, telecommunications and data space, from late 2022 to the first quarter of 2023. It also notes links to podcasts and materials relating to TMT and...
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
May 18, 2023
There is increased scrutiny on environmental issues across the economy, in both the private and public sectors. We consider Irish initiatives in green public procurement and how contracting authorities can incorporate environmental criteria into their public procurement processes.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
May 18, 2023
We are pleased to announce the promotion of 11 new partners across key sectors in the firm. The appointments are part of our ongoing growth strategy, particularly in new and emerging areas of law such as ESG, Artificial Intelligence and Fintech.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
May 18, 2023
This week the European Parliament’s Internal Market Committee and the Civil Liberties Committee proposed substantial amendments to the European Commission’s proposal for an EU AI Act. The committees proposed amending the list of prohibited practices and have also sought to provide more prescriptive measures.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
May 15, 2023
This guide provides an overview of key legal aspects for foreign investors interested in investing in Spain. It is not intended to be comprehensive, but to address practical issues that will help investors considering an investment project in Spain.
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Cuatrecasas
May 13, 2023
Cuatrecasas (Spain) launched several initiatives in the last year to align its services with its clients' challenges and the objectives of the Paris Agreement, including registering its carbon footprint, designing a sustainable mobility plan, designing a circular economy plan, and committing to helping clients with their ESG strategies.
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ENS
May 12, 2023
ENSafrica's (South Africa) 2023 initiative aligned with two of the UN Sustainable Development Goals: Decent Work and Economic Growth (Goal 8) and Sustainable Cities and Communities (Goal 11).
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India
AZB & Partners
May 12, 2023
AZB is advising KKR on the proposed sale of their stake in Virescent Renewable Energy Trust to India Grid Trust for ~INR 4,000 crores. Once completed, this will be the first deal in which an InvIT acquires another InvIT.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
May 11, 2023
The German Whistleblower Protection Act (HinSchG) is now in effect, requiring companies with 249+ employees to establish a whistleblower system by June 2023 or face fines and potential legal issues. This also applies to companies with at least 50 employees starting December 17, 2023.
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Formosa Transnational
May 11, 2023
Formosa Transnational (Taiwan) has been working toward a sustainable workplace since 2021. For WLG | impact '23 , the firm assisted the Taiwanese government in drawing up regulations for environmental sustainability and carbon neutrality, and more.
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Faegre Drinker
May 11, 2023
Faegre Drinker (Illinois, U.S.A.) ran their Native Pollinator Garden Program to promote the repopulation of communities with native plants that support pollinators. During the program, those who bought native pollinator plants June 12–30 were reimbursed up to $30 by the firm.
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Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
May 11, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja (Argrentina) will be participating in a waste electrical and electronic equipment reduction project amongt all its members.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 11, 2023
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC legal advisor to the joint sponsors in this listing.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
May 11, 2023
On May 11, 2023, Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) announced important exemptions from certain securities law filing requirements in connection with the launch of the new System for Electronic Data Analysis and Retrieval + (SEDAR+).
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
May 11, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja acted as legal advisor to Central Puerto (“ CEPU ”) in the acquisition of Empresas Verdes Argentina S.A., Las Misiones S.A. and Estancia Celina S.A. by Proener S.A.U., a wholly owned subsidiary of CEPU. The operation includes the acquisition of 88.063 hectares of forestry real estate in the province of Corrientes,...
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
May 11, 2023
Around the same time as Ed Sheeran successfully defended a copyright infringement case in the US, in a different case involving “two women, two teenage dreams and one name,” Katy Perry has lost a trade mark infringement case in Australia. In light of this, we consider the practical lessons for brand owners to consider.
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Cuatrecasas
May 10, 2023
The MotoGP Court of Appeal has issued its decision on the appeal against the disciplinary sanction imposed on Marc Márquez by the MotoGP Stewards Panel.
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SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 10, 2023
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan (Philippines) , in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources and the Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP), held an orientation on “The Role of Forests in Climate Change Mitigation and Adaption,” for SyCipLaw’s legal and non-legal staff on June 27, 2023.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
May 10, 2023
The Final Terms and Conditions for the RESS 3 auction – the latest onshore auction run by the Irish Government – were published on 4 May 2023. This new update also comes with the Final Auction Timetable for RESS 3, which confirms the provisional dates that were originally published in March 2023.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
May 10, 2023
The recently announced provisional results for Ireland’s ORESS 1 auction have been widely anticipated since the launch of the qualification process earlier this year. For the Phase 1 offshore wind farm projects, these results represent the most significant milestone to date in what has been, for most of them, an extremely long development...
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
May 10, 2023
The Data Protection Commission conducted a sweep late last year examining the ‘records of processing activities’ that organisations are obliged to maintain under Article 30 GDPR. Many of those examined were found by the DPC to be non-compliant.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
May 10, 2023
Supreme Court rules in favor of dividend withholding tax refunds for EU Alternative Investment Funds.
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India
AZB & Partners
May 10, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for Filter Capital on Healthtech startup THB’s recent funding round of US$ 20 million which was led by Filter Capital and Edelweiss Discovery Fund Series-I.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
May 10, 2023
On May 8, 2023, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) unveiled its three-phased regulatory plan (the “Regulatory Plan”) to consult with the public to implement the recently passed Online Streaming Act (the “ Act ”) and modernize the Canadian broadcasting system.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 10, 2023
Zhong Lun is pleased to bring you updates on PRC antitrust legislation and enforcement during the first quarter of 2023.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
May 10, 2023
Demurrage and detention charges are usually stated in terms of dollars for a container used the day after the expiration of any free days, levied by ocean carriers against the “Merchant.” Specifically, demurrage is charged for failure to collect cargo at a port after delivery.
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Taylor Wessing
May 9, 2023
Taylor Wessing (Germany) combined the social dimension of sustainability with the ecological dimension and focused on the topic of sustainable mobility.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
May 9, 2023
On May 8, 2023, a decree was published amending the Mining Law, the General Law of Ecological Balance and Environmental Protection, the National Waters Law, and the General Law for the Prevention and Integral Management of Waste, which entered into effect on May 9, 2023.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
May 9, 2023
Grupo Industrial Saltillo consummated the sale of its Vitromex business to Mohawk Industries with the advice of Santamarina + Steta.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
May 8, 2023
Cuatrecasas advised Stoneweg Hospitality, the hotel investment arm of the global real estate company Stoneweg, on acquiring hotel La Niña, a four-star hotel in Costa Adeje (Tenerife), and hotel Palace de Muro, a five-star hotel in Muro (Mallorca).
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
May 8, 2023
Promotora Empresarial del Norte obtained, from the National Banking and Securities Commission, the authorization to register in the National Securities Registry a dual program of short and long-term stock certificates for a maximum amount of One Billion Mexican Pesos, on a revolving basis.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
May 8, 2023
Following the publication of Who's Who Legal's latest round of research, we are pleased to announce that we continue to be the only Irish law firm with a 'recommended' lawyer ranked within every specialist area for Life Sciences: Patent Litigation ( Gerard Kelly ), Transactional ( Martin Kelleher ), Product Liability and Regulatory (both...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
May 8, 2023
On 7 March 2023, the Thai government approved an extension of tax privileges under the Thailand Plus Package. According to the approval, qualifying expenses for tax exemptions on a company’s income, which expired on 31 December 2022, will continue for another three years (until 31 December 2025).
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 8, 2023
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has extended the deadline for applications for amnesty for late and non-filing of annual financial statements (AFS), general information sheets (GIS), as well as non-compliance with SEC Memorandum Circular No. 28, series of 2020 (Requirement for Corporations, Partnerships, Associations, and...
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France
Soulier Avocats
May 8, 2023
French Administrative Supreme Court upheld the cancellation of the operating license for the Gardanne biomass plant because the impact study had failed to analyze the environmental effects of the plant’s wood supply process.
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Setterwalls
May 7, 2023
Setterwalls (Sweden) donated extra to Vi-Agroforestry by planting ten trees every day of the month of June to support the essential work in improving the climate.
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India
Vaish Associates
May 7, 2023
Google has tasted another setback in India in its fight with the Antitrust regulator, Competition Commission of India (“CCI/Commission”). The appeal filed by Google against the CCI last order dated 20.10.2022 has been dismissed on merits and, except for some reliefs on some of the market correction
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Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
May 6, 2023
Due to the high temperatures, rains and overflowing rivers caused by Cyclone Yaku and climate change, many people on the northern Peruvian coast lost their homes, animals, and crops where they were engaged in subsistence agriculture. A team of ten members of Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados (Peru) traveled to the communities of Íllimo and...
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May 5, 2023
MinterEllisonRuddWatts (New Zealand) is committed to reducing their carbon footprint. They used the month of June to highlight different initiatives everyone can do to help reduce their carbon emissions.
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Goodmans LLP
May 5, 2023
This spring, Goodmans LLP (Ontario, Canada) participated in a litter collection initiative through the City of Toronto, “Clean Toronto Together."
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Herzog Fox & Neeman
May 4, 2023
For Israel Independence Day, Herzog Fox & Neeman employees received reusable picnic sets to move away from disposables and will organize community activities.
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Mason Hayes & Curran
May 3, 2023
Mason Hayes & Curran (Ireland) participated in Sandymount Beach Clean-up with Clean Coasts— a featured event that took place during MHC Green Month (May 2023) involving 30 staff members
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
May 3, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised on Grupo Albanesi's public offering of US$ 19,361,471 Class XX Notes due July 27, 2025 and US$ 25,938,005 Class XXI Notes due April 17, 2025, issued by Generación Mediterránea S.A. and Central Térmica Roca S.A. under their US$ 700,000,000 Global Notes Program.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
May 3, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised in successful YPF’s Series XXIII Notes, Series XXII Notes and Additional Series XXII Notes issuance.
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India
AZB & Partners
May 3, 2023
AZB & Partners is advising KKR on their proposed additional investment of US$ 250 million in Serentica Renewables (a JV platform KKR has established with Sterlite Power to operate and maintain C&I projects).
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
May 3, 2023
Celulosa Argentina S.A. successfully completed the offering of U$S10,295,290 9.5% Additional Class 17 Notes due 2025.
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Portugal
PLMJ
May 2, 2023
The Regulation also provides for the possibility of reviewing and consolidating all these matters not subject to repeal into a single, autonomous and simplified regulation.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
May 2, 2023
May 1, 2023, was the deadline granted by the 2019 Labor Reform for the collective bargaining agreements in Mexico legitimization.
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Norway
Schjødt
May 2, 2023
The Norwegian Data Protection Authority has recommended that all businesses review their websites for cookies or other tracking mechanisms. The recommendation was due to, inter alia, the fact that Sveriges Radio recently revealed that over 100 pharmacies have shared customers' personal data with Facebook.
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Belgium
CMS Belgium
May 2, 2023
The Belgian Competition Authority recently examined the sustainability initiative of IDHTransforming Markets and certain large retail chains to promote living wages in the banana sector under competition law. The initiative in question aims to limit the gap between actual wages and living wages in the banana sector, and concerns fresh bananas...
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India
Vaish Associates
May 2, 2023
In a significant development , after the Lok Sabha ( Lower house of Indian Parliament ) passed the Competition (Amendment) Bill 2023 on 29.March 2023 , the Bill was passed by the Rajya Sabha ( upper house ) on 03 April ,2023 and after receiving the Presidential assent on 11 April 2023, has been promulgated and notified in the Gazette of India...
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Norway
Schjødt
May 2, 2023
The most important proposed changes to the Norwegian Security Act. The proposed amendments prevent economic activities that may have an impact on national security and, to accomplish this purpose, the Ministries intend to expand the government's access to information by proposing new regulatory obligations governing certain M&A...
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Portugal
PLMJ
May 1, 2023
Council of Ministers Resolution 34/2023 of 19 April 2023 was recently published to establish a system of financial incentives for large investment projects.
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Netherlands
CMS Netherlands
May 1, 2023
This Expert Guide provides an overview of cryptoasset regulation (prior to the introduction of MiCA), focussing at this point on European jurisdictions, both inside and outside the EU.
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France
Soulier Avocats
May 1, 2023
Whereas previously the abandonment of a job by an employee could constitute a misconduct that justified a dismissal, the so-called Labor Market Law has introduced a presumption of resignation when an employee voluntarily abandons his/her job.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
April 30, 2023
The twin failures of Silicon Valley Bank (“SVB”) and Signature Bank (“Signature”) are now causing a regulatory revaluation of the existing bank supervisory framework.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
April 30, 2023
The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) has released its Guideline B-10 – Third-Party Risk Management (“Guideline”) for all federally regulated financial institutions (FRFIs), excluding foreign bank branches and foreign insurance company branches.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
April 30, 2023
On April 27, 2023, Bill C-11, titled the Online Streaming Act (the “Act”), was passed by the Canadian Senate and received Royal Assent, officially becoming law in Canada.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
April 27, 2023
Our award-winning sustainability initiative, Green Month, returns this May with a targeted programme of events and initiatives to increase engagement in environmentally sustainable practices in the firm and in our community.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
April 27, 2023
This week, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (the “OCC”) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (the “FDIC”) issued new guidance cautioning banks regarding a variety of perceived compliance risks associated with overdraft programs. The guidance discusses certain overdraft practices that the OCC and FDIC take the position...
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
April 27, 2023
The object of the programme is to offer patients a lawful way of testing treatment with medicinal cannabis, if they have experienced no benefits from authorised medicines and thereby to respond to patients’ self-medication by way of illegal products.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
April 27, 2023
Following our previous analysis of the nature of UEL Provisions and the trade ban that may be imposed, in this article, we delve into possible fines under the UEL Provisions. Specifically, we examine the determination and structuring of such fines, and factors that are taken into consideration.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
April 26, 2023
The Superior Court of Justice has now released its decision in Mathur v. Ontario, a case we wrote about earlier this year and which is now a further example of an unsuccessful claim against a government in respect of climate change.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
April 26, 2023
The Unreliable Entity List Provisions articulates two sides of the same coin – with investigations on one side, and sanctions on the other. The recent designation of these companies as unreliable entities serves as an example of direct sanctions. Nevertheless, in our opinion, the UEL Provisions is fundamentally concerned with investigations.
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Angola
PLMJ
April 25, 2023
Presidential Decree 95/23 was published on 6 April and approves the new legal framework for electronic communication and processing of tax proceedings and tax enforcement actions.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
April 25, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Allianz, Carlyle and Metlife on the debt refinancing process of Parkia, a car park subsidiary of Igneo Infrastructure Partners, the infrastructure division of Australian fund First Sentier.
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CMS Switzerland
April 24, 2023
CMS Switzerland hosted a sustainability challenge. There were thirty tasks that enhanced sustainability and can be included in everyday life for participants to complete.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
April 24, 2023
The Supreme Court announced on April 14 the results of the 2022 Bar examinations via its YouTube channel. Out of 9,183 examinees in November last year, 3,992 law graduates passed the Bar, posting a passing rate of 43.47%. Joining the list of successful examinees are 29 SyCipLaw associates, nine of whom bagging the most coveted spots in the...
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
April 24, 2023
VAT refund claims Bureau of Revenue 120-day decision period, Court of Tax Appeals not bound strictly by issues raised by the parties, taxpayers need to prove actual remittance of tax to be entitled to a refund of excess creditable withholding tax, and more.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
April 24, 2023
The Pension Protection Act is intended to ensure that unfunded liabilities of defined benefit pension plans and corresponding pension entitlements rank in priority ahead of most creditors, including secured and unsecured lenders.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
April 23, 2023
On April 21, 2023, the ASEA published the Proyecto de Norma Oficial Mexicana PROY-NOM-016-ASEA-2023. The Project's purpose is to establish the specifications for camp's installation, safety distances and procedures, and drilling shot wells, within the scope of environmental protection.
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CMS Germany
April 21, 2023
CMS Germany hosted WLG | regional Stuttgart '23 in their Green office in Suttgart. In alliance with the location, the sessions revolved around ESG.
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Arias
April 20, 2023
Arias (Costa Rica) hosted Eco-Thursday at the office to generate awareness and implement initiatives that support the planet. Activities included carpooling, bottle cap collection, environmental talks, green jeans days, and a bake sale.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
April 20, 2023
At its Extraordinary Partners Meeting held today in Lisbon, Cuatrecasas approved the promotion and appointment of the following lawyers as new partners of the firm.
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Spain, Luxembourg
Arendt & Medernach, Cuatrecasas
April 20, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Banco Inversis, S.A., a subsidiary of Banca March, S.A., on buying the institutional depositary and custody business of Luxembourg’s Banque Havilland, S.A. Arendt & Medernach assisted with the Luxembourg legal aspects.
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
April 20, 2023
The world is currently going through what we call the fourth industrial revolution, in which Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands out as a technology with impact potential, which in one way or another is having a broad impact on society.
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Angola
PLMJ
April 18, 2023
The Regulation on Microcredit Companies and Microcredit Operators was approved by Presidential Decree 89/23 of 31 March. It repeals Presidential Decree 28/11 of 2 February and entered into force on 1 April.
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April 18, 2023
TozziniFreire (Brazil) will promote environmental awareness through art and innovation. They will host their annual photography contest (this year marks 8 years!), and the theme will be “Sustainability."
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
April 18, 2023
The Senate of the Republic has been working on the initiative of a draft decree that seeks to issue the National Code of Civil and Family Procedures.
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Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
April 17, 2023
Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak (Poland) employees will complete physical activity challenges to collect points— the points will be donated through PLN1 (pollen cryptocurrency) to plant trees.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
April 17, 2023
Although Texas leads the nation in the construction of renewable energy generation projects, installing 9,166 megawatts of new solar and wind generation in 2022, several bills making their way through the Texas Legislature are taking aim at renewable generation with the possibility for substantial changes to the regulatory and economic...
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
April 17, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advise on a new issuance of notes (payable in Pesos and/or in kind) by the Province of Río Negro.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
April 17, 2023
The competition authorities (European, national or regional) can inspect companies without prior notice. It is important that the company and its staff are prepared to deal with and manage this situation. What are the main guidelines and recommendations in the event of an inspection, both in the company and in private homes or remotely?
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Shearn Delamore & Co.
April 14, 2023
Following last year's sucessful tree planting activity, Shearn Delamore & Co. (Malaysia) , in partnership with the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM), a leading institution in tropical forestry research in the world, will continue to raise awareness of the importance of a green and sustainable environment by organizing another tree...
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AZB & Partners
April 13, 2023
AZB & Partners (India) planted a tree for every lawyer in their firm during WLG | impact '23 .
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France
Soulier Avocats
April 13, 2023
In two judgments handed down on February 28, 2023, the summary judge of the Paris Judicial Court declared inadmissible the claims of several environmental protection associations seeking that TotalEnergies be ordered to comply with its duty of vigilance obligations.
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Santamarina y Steta S.C.
April 12, 2023
Santamarina y Steta (Mexico) will host a walk or race among employees and their families across Mexico office locations.
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Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia
Sorainen
April 12, 2023
In the recently released Legal500 2023 rankings, Sorainen has further solidified its position as a top-tier law firm and stands out as the strongest law firm in the Baltics, having the most Tier 1 rankings across the region.
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April 11, 2023
Pellerano Nadal (Dominican Republic) participated in Tapitas x Quimio.
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India
AZB & Partners
April 11, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for Larsen & Toubro Limited in connection with Larsen & Toubro Limited’s debt raise of an aggregate amount of INR 2,000 crore through the issuance of non-convertible debentures.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
April 11, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised venture capital firm Kibo Ventures on the launch of “Nzyme,” a private equity fund set up to invest up to €200 million in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) based in Spain.
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Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
April 10, 2023
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership (Turkey) assisted in recovery efforts for regions in Turkey that were hit by an earthquake.
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AZB & Partners
April 10, 2023
AZB & Partners is advising the Avaada Group (a ~4GW renewable energy group) on Brookfield’s ~US$ 1 billion investment in their parent entity.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
April 10, 2023
Cuatrecasas closed the 2022 fiscal year with total consolidated revenues of €352.66 million – a new record in the history of the firm and a 4.68% increase on the figure for 2021.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
April 9, 2023
Hunton Andrews Kurth Represents Mizuho Bank Ltd. as Administrative Agent on $1.5 Billion Term Loan to Phillips 66 Company. The closing was timed to coincide with Phillips 66’s $1.25 billion public notes offering.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
April 6, 2023
In March, the Cybersecurity Administration of China (“CAC”) made a formal announcement regarding the initiation of a cybersecurity review procedure aimed at scrutinizing the products distributed in China by Micron Technology Inc. CAC’s official statement explicitly clarifies that this review aims at preserving the supply chain security for...
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
April 5, 2023
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP represented the underwriters in connection with an SEC-registered offering by WEC Energy Group, Inc. (WEC) of $350 million aggregate principal amount of 4.75% Senior Notes due January 9, 2026. The offering constituted a reopening of the series originally issued on January 11, 2023.
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France
Soulier Avocats
April 5, 2023
In a ruling issued on February 1, 2023, the French Supreme Court recalled the principle of strict interpretation of French criminal law in a case concerning the refusal of restitution of a seized property.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
April 4, 2023
The liquidation of Three Arrows Capital has been featured as one of the Deals of the Year at the Asia Legal Awards 2023 hosted by Law.com International. Our Restructuring & Insolvency Partner Lionel Leo and Senior Associate Muhammed Ismail represented our firm’s Restructuring & Insolvency team in receiving the prize at the Awards...
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
April 4, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Blasson Property on its alliance with Axa to create a joint venture through which they have acquired the companies owning and operating Hotel Sofia Barcelona from the Canadian management company Brookfield.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
April 3, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Unión de Créditos Inmobiliarios (UCI) on closing the first residential mortgage-backed security (RMBS) transaction in Spain that adheres to the ICMA Green Bond Principles and focuses on green project financing.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
April 3, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja acted as legal advisor of the transaction through a team led by his partner José María Bazán and associates Manuel Etchevehere and Facundo Suárez Loñ.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
April 3, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja assisted in the issuance of trust securities under the "Centrocard Créditos IV" Financial Trust of the Program of Financial Trusts “CENTROCARD”.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
April 3, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised the co-arrangers and co-placement agents, through partner Alejandro Perelsztein and associates Leandro E. Belusci, Manuel Etchevehere and Branko Serventich.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
April 2, 2023
The German Transparency Register and Financial Information Act (TraFinG) of 1 August 2021 obliges almost all companies to provide information on their Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs (“wirtschaftlich Berechtigter”, UBO) to the Transparency Register for registration.
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Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
April 2, 2023
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC (“BKL”) (South Korea) and its public interest foundation, Dongcheon Foundation, helped restore the ecological community at Yeoiduo Saetgang Ecological Park, Korea's first urban ecological park created to preserve the ecosystem.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
April 2, 2023
In Budget 2023, which was tabled in the House of Commons on March 28, the Government of Canada announced its intentions to bolster measures to deter, detect, and prosecute financial crimes, protect financial institutions from foreign interference, and protect Canadians from the emerging risks...
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
April 2, 2023
SyCipLaw's Doing Business in the Philippines: A General Guide (2023 Update)
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India
AZB & Partners
March 30, 2023
AZB & Partners advised leading eye care hospital chain ASG Hospital Private Limited in drafting, negotiating and implementing the resolution plan for Vasan Health Care Private Limited under the provisions of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.
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March 30, 2023
Women of World Law Group (WOW) leaders discussed building the next generation of women leaders in their firms.
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March 30, 2023
The Responsible Business Forum met to discuss Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Kim Hulsey, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Locke Lord LLP, and Priya Vivian, Partner at Lane Powell PC shared how they’re keeping up to date with the latest news and practices in DE&I, their key resources, the biggest challenges they face, and more.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
March 28, 2023
The Government of Canada enacted the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act and the Regulations thereunder which came into effect January 1, 2023.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
March 28, 2023
In light of our practical experience, this article analyses the key elements of the Standard Contract for Cross-border Transfer of Personal Information (the “Standard Contract”), with the aim of assisting relevant enterprises in carrying out compliance work on cross-border data transfer.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 27, 2023
The Federal Executive sent a bill to the Chamber of Deputies proposing to amend, add and repeal several administrative provisions.
The purpose of the initiative is supposed to reverse corruption, safeguard public finances and strengthen the federal public administration.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 27, 2023
Agreement A/001/2023, published by the CRE, establishes the criteria for the assignment of Clean Energy Certificates available in the CRE's account, corresponding to the 2020 obligation year.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 26, 2023
On March 24, 2023, the President sent an initiative to reform several laws, including the Mining Law, to radically modify the regulation of mining concessions.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
March 26, 2023
On March 9, 2023, President Biden released his fiscal year 2024 budget blueprint (the “Budget”) which notably includes proposals to increase the corporate income tax rate, quadruple the new corporate stock buyback excise tax, and align US tax policy with the global minimum tax regime. This alert discusses the Budget’s key tax proposals.
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Belgium
CMS Belgium
March 23, 2023
Following an enquiry initiated in 2017 and dawn raids carried out the same year, the Competition College of the Belgian Competition Authority concluded on 13 April 2022 its investigation into illegal exchanges of confidential commercially sensitive information via wholesalers and imposed a total of 36 million EUR of fines on four cigarette...
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USA
Lane Powell PC
March 23, 2023
In a 7-2 decision, the Washington Supreme Court has ruled that Washington’s capital gains tax is an excise tax and therefore not subject to the Uniformity Clause of the Washington state constitution.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 22, 2023
Morixe is a high-quality food company, whose portfolio of consumer-oriented products is in full expansion. Morixe was initially established in 1923, dedicating itself mainly to the milling of wheat for the manufacture of wheat flour.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 22, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja acted as legal advisor in the issuance of Crédito Directo S.A. Class XXII Notes for an amount of $501.386.926 under its Program for the Issuance of Notes for an amount of USD 24,000,000 (or its equivalent in other currencies or value units).
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 22, 2023
The past 8th of March 2023 Generación Litoral S.A. (“GELI”) obtained financing in the local capital market for an aggregate amount of US$ 90,310,286, for the construction, development, engineering, procurement, installation and operation of a new 133 MW cogeneration power plant to be located in Arroyo Seco, Santa Fe (the “ Arroyo Seco Project...
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 22, 2023
The issuance took place on March 10, 2023 under the company’s Frequent Issuer Regime. The proceeds from the placement of the Notes Series 30 will be applied in accordance with the provisions of Section 36 of the Negotiable Securities Law, to any of the following purposes: (i) investment in physical assets located in the country; (ii)...
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
March 22, 2023
The Government of Indonesia moves forward the development of Indonesia’s new capital city, namely Ibu Kota Nusantara (“IKN”) by issuing several underlying regulations to date in effort to encourage the participation of private sector in accelerating the infrastructure development of the IKN.
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Portugal
PLMJ
March 21, 2023
On 2 March 2023, the Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU”) sets out criteria for interpreting the definition of “food for special medical purposes” and for distinguishing this concept from the concepts of “medicinal products” and “food supplements”.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
March 21, 2023
On March 20, 2023, the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre (FINTRAC) issued an advisory (the “Advisory”) concerning financial transactions related to countries identified by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) as high-risk jurisdictions and under increased monitoring.
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March 21, 2023
Our Human Resources Group looked at hot topic issues in employment law such as quiet-quitting and gender pay equality in 2023 in this three-part podcast series.
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March 21, 2023
Our Human Resources Group looked at hot topic issues in employment law such as quiet-quitting and gender pay equality in 2023 in this three-part podcast series.
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March 21, 2023
Our Human Resources Group looked at hot topic issues in employment law such as quiet-quitting and gender pay equality in 2023 in this three-part podcast series.
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AZB & Partners
March 21, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for Multiples Private Equity Fund III on its investment in TI Clean Mobility Private Limited which is engaged in the manufacture and marketing of electric three-wheelers, electric tractors and electric heavy commercial vehicles.
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India
AZB & Partners
March 20, 2023
AZB & Partners advised Abu Dhabi Investment Authority on its proposed investment of approx. USD 500 million in Lenskart, which is in the business of manufacturing and wholesale trading of eyewear, including prescription glasses and contact lenses.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
March 20, 2023
Following the two bank failures, the FDIC has stated that shareholders and certain holders of unsecured debts are not protected. The FDIC has identified a buyer for Signature Bank and extended the deadline for the sale of Silicon Valley Bank.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 19, 2023
Pablo specializes in Tax Law and has developed his career for more than 11 years in our Firm. As part of his professional experience, he has provided tax advice to corporate clients in transactions, mergers and acquisitions, capital market operations and financing structures, both in the local and international markets.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
March 19, 2023
Although it has been three years since the COVID-19 pandemic hit Canada with full force in March 2020, the courts continue to address the fallout.
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France
Soulier Avocats
March 19, 2023
On February 1, 2023, the European Commission presented its Green Deal Industrial Plan to enhance the competitiveness of Europe’s net-zero industry, support the fast transition to climate neutrality and secure the European Union’s clean tech leadership.
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USA
Miller & Martin PLLC
March 17, 2023
Join co-hosts Neil Wilcove and Mark Cleverly as they discuss the idea behind Building Leaders Radio Hour, who they are, and what they hope to accomplish through these episodes.
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Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
March 17, 2023
SK&S invites you to a webinar: “ Polish economic sanctions”. During the training, SK&S experts Jarosław Bieroński , Dr. Katarzyna Michałowska , Szymon Czerwiński , Joanna Goryca , Michał Zieliński and Michał Misiak will address the following issues:
How does the Polish Sanctions Law fit within the EU sanctions...
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 16, 2023
In August 2022, the Administrative Plenary of the Sixteenth Circuit resolved that the compensation applicable in civil law is not a means of payment to credit VAT. Until now, a mandatory criterion only in the state of Guanajuato.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
March 16, 2023
Taxonomy serves as a common framework for classifying economic activities enabling corporate sectors, financial institutions, and investors to manage and assess risk, and promote projects and investments that meet sustainability goals.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 15, 2023
The Senate of the Republic approved an initiative to reform the Federal Labor Law that establishes the obligation to hire 5% of older adults of the total workforce when they have more than 20 employees.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
March 15, 2023
We would like to wish our contacts and friends at home and abroad a very Happy St. Patrick's Day from all at Mason Hayes & Curran.
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Portugal
PLMJ
March 14, 2023
The Government has published for public consultation the draft decree-law establishing the Voluntary Carbon Market (“VCM”). The importance of this proposal is justified by the objectives of avoiding “greenwashing” in the acquisition of carbon credits and increasing the confidence of investors and pu
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USA
Lane Powell PC
March 13, 2023
On March 3, 2023, the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a specialized agency of the United Nations that regulates international shipping, announced its research project into the availability of low and zero-carbon marine fuels and technology.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 12, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised on Pampa Energia’s issuance of Notes for US$48,177,297 and AR$7,885,054,991
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 12, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised in the issuance of 360 Energy Solar S.A.’ Notes Series 2 and 3 which qualify as Green Bonds.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 12, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised on Capex’s issuance of Series III and Series IV corporate bonds, for US$ 22,433,559 and US$ 17,566,441.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 12, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advise on Vista’s Notes issuance for US$135,000,000
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 12, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised in Oiltanking Ebytem’s first issuance of Notes for an amount of V/N US$50,000,000 under its Global Notes Program.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 12, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised in Genneia S.A. US$ 85,000,000 facility from FMO and FINDEV for the development and construction of the wind farms “La Elbita I & II” and the solar farm “Tocota III”
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
March 12, 2023
This study, an overview of market trends in private equity transactions in Spain, analyzes the most significant deals on which Cuatrecasas advised.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
March 11, 2023
Zhong Lun, as the legal counsel of Lepu Bio, provided the client with legal services encompassing analysis and demonstration of relevant legal issues before and during the transaction, review and revision of transaction documents and related legal services.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 9, 2023
On March 8, 2023, the National Hydrocarbons Commission published Agreement CNH.E.89.010/2022, through which the Guidelines for Assignments, Corporate Changes, and Liens are issued.
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Dominican Republic
Pellerano Nadal
March 9, 2023
Marielle Garrigó is one of the leading corporate and finance lawyers in the Dominican Republic. This addition to the partnership reflects the firm’s continuous commitment to bolstering its legal practice and providing an exceptional client service experience.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
March 9, 2023
The SyCipLaw Summer Internship Program is conducted in three batches of 10 interns each, from June to August 2023. Interested applicants may email their CV, transcript of records and preferred practice area/s to Jon Acedillo at hiring@syciplaw.com on or before 26 March 2023.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
March 8, 2023
Our dedicated series on the P2SK Law continues with our latest Advisory, which explores the changes brought by Chapter V, amending the Capital Market, Money Market, and Forex Market. Following the enactment of the P2SK Law, we can expect many new implementing regulations in the financial sector. Par
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France
Soulier Avocats
March 8, 2023
The general public's access to data recorded in the register of beneficial owners is maintained until proper conclusions regarding the November 22, 2002 judgment of the CJEU are reached.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
March 7, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja acted as legal advisors to Central Puerto in the acquisition of Enel’s participation in Enel Generación Costanera S.A., Inversora Dock Sud S.A. and Central Dock Sud S.A.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
March 7, 2023
Global research company Chambers and Partners recently published the Chambers Insurance & Reinsurance Global Practice Guide 2023, with chapters from the Philippines authored by SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan (SyCipLaw) partners.
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USA
Locke Lord LLP
March 7, 2023
In a recent ruling, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals decisively rejected J&J’s use of a restructuring maneuver designed to insulate the company’s profitable lines of business from the burgeoning liabilities associated with its former talcum powder operations.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
March 6, 2023
The Thai Bankruptcy Act B.E. 2483, the main legislation for the rehabilitation framework in Thailand, has not fully and efficiently served key purposes of rehabilitation, amongst other things, expediency and facilitating specific needs for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).
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Portugal
PLMJ
March 5, 2023
Law 9/2023 (“Law 9/2023”) was published on 3 March and it introduces the following amendments to Decree-Law 15/93 of 22 January 1993, which approved the rules on trafficking and consumption of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances (“Anti-Drugs Law”).
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 5, 2023
The First Chamber of the Highest Court resolved that the absolute prohibition of the commercialization of cannabis violates the rights of freedom of trade and work by failing the proportionality test and the degree or sub-principle of necessity.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
March 5, 2023
Our experts summarize the top trends in Litigation and Arbitration in 2023, including (i) Procedural trends; (ii) Private enforcement trends; (iii) Trends in collective actions; (iv) Trends in international arbitration; (v) Trends in insolvency; and (vi) Trends in criminal compliance.
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Netherlands
CMS Netherlands
March 2, 2023
In 2019, the Dutch government together with the employee and employer organizations, concluded an agreement on significant changes to the current pension law. This agreement regulates the revision of the second-pillar pension in the Netherlands.
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Netherlands
CMS Netherlands
March 2, 2023
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) issued its decision in the joined Cases C‑398/16 and C-399/16. The decision regards the compatibility of the Dutch fiscal unity regime in the Dutch Corporate Income Tax Act with the freedom of establishment in the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 2, 2023
On March 2, 2023, the Decree that issues the General Law on the Means of Challenge in Electoral Matters, known as the “Plan B” of the electoral reform, was published. These modifications directly affect the electoral processes of 2024.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
March 2, 2023
Following our previous Advisory on Indonesia’s long-awaited Law No. 27 of 2022 on Personal Data Protection (the “PDP Law”) (view the Advisory here), this Advisory focuses on the transfer of personal data from Indonesia to other countries (cross-border transfers).
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Netherlands
CMS Netherlands
March 1, 2023
The municipality of The Hague has adopted certain strategic goals to stimulate its economy as part of its 2030 economic policy. One of these goals is focused on making The Hague a more attractive city for visitors and inhabitants. The hotel sector plays an important part with respect to this goal.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
February 28, 2023
On February 3, 2023, Structure Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq: GPCR) announced its initial public offering and listing of American depositary shares on the Nasdaq Global Market. The total offering size will be approximately USD 161.1 million prior to the exercise of the over-allotment option. Jefferies, SVB Securities, Guggenheim Securities and BMO...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
February 28, 2023
For the past two months (December 2022 - January 2023), enhancing the re-use of data and facilitating data sharing has become THE TOPIC that draws the attention of policymakers and legislators. To maximize the role of data as a new factor of production, the 20 Data Measures creatively sets the tone that the data property system must be laid...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
February 28, 2023
Acting for Hony Green Venture Fund in this Series B financing, Zhong Lun provided services including legal due diligence, drafting, revising and negotiating transaction documents, as well as assisting in the execution of transaction documentation and project closing.
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France
Soulier Avocats
February 27, 2023
Employers must be careful when establishing and applying the criteria to determine the order of dismissals.
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India
AZB & Partners
February 27, 2023
AZB & Partners is advising IDFC FIRST Bank Limited (“Bank”) on the proposed preferential allotment to its promoter - IDFC Financial Holding Company Limited (“IFHCL”) to raise ~ INR 2,196 crore, post which the stake held by IFHCL (a wholly-owned subsidiary of IDFC Limited) in the Bank will be 39.99%.
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India
AZB & Partners
February 27, 2023
AZB & Partners advised Air India SATS Airport Services Private Limited in securing a bid floated by Yamuna International Airport Private Limited for the upcoming Noida International Airport in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
February 23, 2023
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand has amended the Initial Public Offering (IPO) regulation, which was issued on 11 January 2023 and became effective on 1 February 2023, with respect to the qualifications of a company applying for an IPO.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
February 23, 2023
Further to its December 12, 2022 announcement, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) published Staff Notice 21-332 – Crypto Asset Trading Platforms: Pre-Registration Undertakings (“SN 21-332”) this week, which provides additional guidance regarding the CSA’s expectations for crypto asset trading platforms (CTPs) trading in securities in...
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
February 23, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised Petroquímica Comodoro Rivadavia S.A. on the issuance of Notes for USD 7,439,994,886 under the “Frequent Issuer Simplified Regime” ( Régimen de Emisor Frecuente ).
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
February 22, 2023
SyCipLaw is pleased to announce the admission of Emmar Benjoe B. Panahon, Roshni V. Balani, and Mark Xavier D. Oyales to the partnership.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
February 22, 2023
SyCipLaw's Employment and Immigration Department Contributes to the Korean Chamber of Commerce Philippines Newsletter
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USA
Lane Powell PC
February 22, 2023
This legal update is about the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) H-1B Cap for Fiscal Year 2024 (registration is in the first half of March 2023 for a potential start date of October 1, 2023).
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
February 22, 2023
Act 2/2023 regulates the protection of persons who report regulatory infringements and the fight against corruption, transposing Directive 2019/1937, better known as the "Whistleblowing Directive." The Act will enter into force on March 13.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
February 22, 2023
Proposed amendments to certain regulations under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) purport to subject non-financial institution mortgage lenders to the PCMLTFA regime (the “Proposed Regulations”).
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
February 22, 2023
The training sessions, which were held on February 13, 2023 at SyCipLaw Center, Makati City, were tailor-made for in-house counsel, managers, and other senior executives to give them practical advice on drafting and negotiating arbitration agreements, selecting arbitrators and external counsel, managing internal resources for arbitration...
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
February 20, 2023
More than 19 months after the Retail Payment Activities Act (the “RPAA”) received Royal Assent, draft regulations to the RPAA (the “Regulations”) were released for public comment on February 10, 2023.
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India
AZB & Partners
February 20, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for Norwegian Investment Fund for Developing Countries’ (NORFUND) on its recent acquisition of 49% in Koppal Narendra Transmission Limited, a special purpose vehicle owned by ReNew Transmission Ventures Private Limited, to own and operate a transmission project in Karnataka.
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Belgium
CMS Belgium
February 19, 2023
In 2021, the Belgian Competition Authority imposed a fine of EUR 859,310 on several companies in the French Caudalie group for breaching competition law by imposing minimum prices and restricting active and passive sales in the framework of its selective distribution network. On December 1 2021, the Market Court annulled the Belgian Competition...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
February 19, 2023
the Committee on Advertisement under the Consumer Protection Act, B.E. 2522 (1979) (as amended) (the “CPA”) repealed and replaced the notifications concerning puffery (statements of exaggeration) and guidelines for proof under the CPA, and issued a new regulation with enforcement.
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France
Soulier Avocats
February 19, 2023
The use of drones, once reserved for the military, is now widespread, including by investigation services. But can these drones be used to secure evidence in a criminal case?
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Portugal
PLMJ
February 16, 2023
In May 2022, the European Commission submitted a proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on the European Health Data Space (“EHDS”).
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India
AZB & Partners
February 16, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for global real estate firm Ivanhoe Cambridge on the recent INR 15,400 Crores platform formed by Ivanhoe Cambridge and Mapletree to invest in technology-led offices in India.
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New Zealand
February 16, 2023
What's on the horizon for merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in New Zealand? MinterEllisonRuddWatts' market leading Corporate team discusses trends and makes predictions for 2023.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
February 15, 2023
On February 10th, 2023, Genneia S.A. issued Notes for a nominal value equivalent to US$73,432,000: Series XXXVIII denominated in U.S. Dollars, subscribed and payable in Argentine Pesos at the exchange rate established in the offering documents (dollar-linked).
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
February 14, 2023
On February 13, 2023, the decree was published. It establishes actions that seek to eliminate the use, sale, distribution, promotion, and import of glyphosate, agrochemicals that contain it as an active ingredient, and genetically modified corn.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
February 14, 2023
Cuatrecasas Acelera, the technology startup accelerator program to face innovative legal challenges that the firm launched in 2016, closed its seventh edition today hosting Demo Day in hybrid format from its Madrid office auditorium.
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Lane Powell PC
February 14, 2023
The Department of Labor (DOL) published new processing times for PERM, Labor Certification applications, and their audit reviews. DOL also published new processing times for Prevailing Wage Determinations.
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Portugal
PLMJ
February 12, 2023
The public expenditure on medicines sold in pharmacies increased significantly in 2022 when compared to the previous year. At the same time, there were shortages of some medicines in pharmacies and, in many cases, this led to consumption being diverted to more expensive alternative medicines.
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France
Soulier Avocats
February 10, 2023
The measure that lowers the threshold triggering the control of foreign investments in French listed companies operating in sensitive business sectors is extended in 2023
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
February 8, 2023
The enactment of Law No. 4 of 2023 on the Development and Reinforcement of the Financial Sector (“the P2SK Law”) has provided fresh air for technological innovation in financial services.
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New Zealand
February 8, 2023
MinterEllisonRuddWatts' Litigation Forecast examines climate change litigation and greenwashing, the regulators’ focus on social licence to operate and how global economic activity is creating new challenges for directors of companies on the verge of insolvency - among other things.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
February 6, 2023
To improve energy conservation in buildings across Thailand, in 2020, the Minister of Energy issued the Ministerial Regulation Prescribing Type or Size of Building and Standard, Criteria and Procedure in Designing Building for Energy Conservation B.E. 2563 (2020)
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
February 6, 2023
Executive summary of the main legal developments to watch in 2023—foreign investment, competition, financing, labor & employment, tax, and more.
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Goodmans LLP
February 6, 2023
Following FTX’s insolvency and its fallout throughout the cryptocurrency markets, calls for greater regulatory scrutiny have intensified.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
February 5, 2023
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC legal adviser to the joint sponsors in this offering.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
February 5, 2023
Zhong Lun partners Dongxiao Ma and Heping Yang, and associates Wen Liang and Xiaofeng Huang provided Kakao legal services for the above-mentioned trademark rights protection.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
February 5, 2023
Zhong Lun represented Shaoxing Baisheng Cultural and Educational Products Co., Ltd. (“Baisheng”) in three patent infringement retrial cases before the Supreme People’s Court (“SPC”), winning all three.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
February 2, 2023
The amendments to the Civil and Commercial Code will come into effect on 7 February 2023, after being published in the Government Gazette on 8 November 2022. One of the key changes pertains to the requirement for publishing notice of a shareholder's meeting.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
February 2, 2023
In order to expedite the efficiency of judicial administration in Thailand and provide a clearer timeframe of court cases, the Act on the Timeframe of Judicial Proceedings ("Act") was enacted on 25 October 2022.
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February 2, 2023
The International Corporate Transactions Group hosted Trends in M&A Across the Regions Going Into 2023. Marsh, the largest W&I insurance broker, shared and discussed the trends they see in M&A for each region, looking at which sectors are hot and some country-specific trends in each region—including the US, the UK, Continental...
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India
AZB & Partners
February 2, 2023
AZB & Partners is acting for Bain Capital on its exit from JM Baxi Ports and Logistics Limited (“JM Baxi”). Hapag-Lloyd will be acquiring shares from Bain Capital and coming into in JM Baxi as a comprehensive strategic partner. This would be Bain’s first “private” exit in India.
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Portugal
PLMJ
February 1, 2023
This alert memo provides an overview on the current competition enforcement landscape in Portugal. The Portuguese Competition Authority (PCA) had another very active year and there were significant developments with respect to private enforcement as well.
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France
Soulier Avocats
February 1, 2023
Open since January 1, 2023, the One-Stop Shop for business formalities (designed to simplify administrative procedures for businesses) has already raised harsh criticism and discontent as its too many malfunctions make it almost ineffective.
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Vietnam
VILAF
February 1, 2023
In an effort to mitigate money-laundering risks and further enhance the country’s capacity against money laundering, on 5 August 2022, the Vietnam Prime Minister issued Decision No. 941/QD-TTg on the national action plan on anti-money laundering.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
January 31, 2023
A Washington court recently ruled that fuel card issuers owe retailing business and occupation tax on fuel that their cardholders purchase in Washington state. The court also ruled that station operators owe wholesaling B&O tax when purchasers present a fuel card for payment.
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USA
Miller & Martin PLLC
January 30, 2023
Join Neil Wilcove and Mark Cleverly as they sit down with Bill Anderson, President & CEO of the Associated Builders and Contractors of Georgia and discuss Bill's experiences leading ABC over the past 25 years.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
January 30, 2023
The Thai SEC aims to regulate these utility tokens in order to enhance the protection for investors and has proposed its regulatory approach on these tokens.
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USA
Miller & Martin PLLC
January 30, 2023
“Elizabeth and Scott are talented lawyers who add value and depth to our membership,” said Firm Chairman Scott Parrish. “The firm welcomes these enthusiastic and proven leaders as we continue to grow and serve clients across our practice areas.”
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 29, 2023
On the heels of the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Labor Relations Commission (“ NLRC ”) issued NLRC En Banc Resolution No. 03-20, series of 2020, or the Interim Amendments to the 2011 NLRC Rules of Procedure (“ Interim Amendments ”) .
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 29, 2023
With workers returning to work on-site, the Department of Labor and Employment (“ DOLE ”) issued Labor Advisory No. 1, series of 2022, or the Isolation and Quarantine Leaves of Employees in the Private Sector , to guide employers.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
January 29, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised on a new successful issuance of Compañía General de Combustibles under its Frequent Issuer program.
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India
AZB & Partners
January 29, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for TA Associates on its strategic growth investment in Synokem Pharmaceuticals Limited.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 28, 2023
Is failure to disclose a previous employment a just cause for the termination of an employment?
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 28, 2023
Probationary employment is an arrangement where an employee is placed on trial by the employer for a period of time, not to exceed six months, to allow the employer to determine whether the employee is fit for regularization. Employers must exercise caution in hiring probationary employees by ensuring that they notify the employee of his or her...
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 28, 2023
In order to be compensable, is it necessary to establish a direct causal relation between the sickness and the employee's working conditions?
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 28, 2023
The Supreme Court reiterated that workers may be considered project employees regardless of the nature of the work they perform, as long as the essential elements of project employment are alleged and proven.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 28, 2023
Under the Labor Advisory, all employers are advised to release the final pay to its employees within 30 days from the date of separation or termination of employment, unless a more favorable company policy, or individual or collective agreement exists.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 28, 2023
The growing reliance towards digital courier services, including food delivery, has become evident when the COVID-19 pandemic started. This sector in the service industry continued to operate while adapting to the current set-up of nationwide lockdowns and various quarantine levels.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 28, 2023
Labor Advisory On The Issuance Of Certification Required From Non-Philippine Nationals Intending To Engage In Business In The Philippines
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
January 26, 2023
On 12 January 2023, the Bank of Thailand (BOT) issued the Virtual Bank Licensing Framework for public hearing as virtual banks, which technically are commercial banks that operate mainly via digital channels, will be a key player to enhance competition within the financial market.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
January 26, 2023
Since 2014, PFPOs may neither be established, nor increase their capital for additional investment. The regulators have encouraged existing players to shift from the PFPO scheme to the REIT scheme by way of conversion.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
January 26, 2023
In a significant decision under the Affordable Care Act, a federal district court in Western Washington recently ruled that a third-party plan administrator violated the ACA’s anti-discrimination rule when administering a self-insured health plan that excluded gender-affirming care.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 26, 2023
Screening job applicants is crucial to ensure that the right person for the job is hired. But what if, before new employment, the employee fails to disclose their previous employment?
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 26, 2023
The Department of Labor and Employment and the Department of Migrant Workers issued the Joint Circular to facilitate and ensure the efficient and effective implementation of the Department of Migrant Workers Act.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 26, 2023
The Department of Labor and Employment ("DOLE") has suspended labor inspections to attend to all pending labor standards cases and prepare for the inspection program for 2023.
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Germany
CMS Germany
January 25, 2023
This article highlights the specific features and advantages of trademark protection for blockchain and crypto projects, both for application in physical and immersive virtual reality environments (in particular, the metaverse).
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India
AZB & Partners
January 24, 2023
AZB & Partners represented Cellcure Cancer Centre Private Limited (“Mumbai Oncocare Centre”) and its founders on Tata Capital Healthcare Fund’s recent infusion of US$ 10 Million in it.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
January 24, 2023
Water pollution in Mexico is a concern as it leads to several environmental and social conflicts. As a result, CONAGUA has imposed sanctions and made it mandatory to remediate wastewater into rivers, lakes, and subsoil.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
January 24, 2023
The Philippine government is seeking to take advantage of the extensive use of digital service providers by Philippine consumers to generate more revenue.
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India
AZB & Partners
January 23, 2023
AZB & Partners acted for Warburg Pincus and Avanse Financial Services Limited (‘Avanse’), an education focused NBFC, on the primary investment in Avanse by Kedaara Capital Growth Fund III LLP for a total consideration of INR 800 crores.
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
January 23, 2023
Nicolás PIaggio was appointed Co-Chair of the prestigious Corporate and M&A Committee of the International Bar Association.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
January 23, 2023
An analysis of the keys to negotiating investments of venture capital funds in startups.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 22, 2023
2022 witnessed China’s continued efforts to promote antitrust and competitive legislative and enforcement activities in various respects.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
January 22, 2023
On January 20, the OFCCP released its 2023 Corporate Scheduling Announcement List, which notifies 500 supply and service establishments of upcoming audits. Federal contractors should immediately review the list because it serves as the only advance notification.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
January 22, 2023
In recent years, governments in Canada have been sued in various ways concerning climate change. Invariably, the government will seek to dismiss the claim because it is not "justiciable."
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France
Soulier Avocats
January 22, 2023
In a ruling issued on November 30, 2022, the First Civil Chamber of the Cour de Cassation (French Supreme Court) ruled using a careful argumentation that the principle of compensatory allowance should prevail over property right.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
January 19, 2023
The Thai Securities and Exchange Commission issued notifications on 15 and 19 December 2022, which became effective on 16 January 2023, requiring digital asset business operators that provide custody of clients’ digital assets to establish and implement a system for managing digital wallets.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
January 19, 2023
We share a set of guidelines and recommendations intended to prevent non-compliance with the terms and conditions outlined in a concession title for the exploitation of national waters.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
January 18, 2023
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, proposing to increase the filing fees for certain immigration and naturalization benefit requests. If adopted, employment-based petitions will see an increase in filing fees.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
January 18, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised on the issuance of Additional "Conversion Bonds" of the Province of Jujuy secured by funds from the Federal Co-Participation Tax Regime.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
January 18, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised on the issuance of a debt "Conversion Bond" of the Province of Misiones secured by funds from the Federal Co-Participation Tax Regime.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
January 18, 2023
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja Advised in Tecpetrol S.A.’s Issuance of Series 5 Notes for an Aggregate Value of USD 32,897,900,000.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
January 18, 2023
The Government of Canada has enacted the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act which came into effect on January 1, 2023.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
January 16, 2023
Resulting from China's COVID-19 restrictions, the semiconductor chip shortages, and the global supply chain crisis, Santamarina y Steta S.C. has been receiving multiple requests on how to set up new manufacturing facilities in Mexico.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
January 12, 2023
Cuatrecasas has advised Azora Capital on its acquisition of Sociedad Concesionaria Intermodal Bilbao—the concession holder of Bilbao’s Garellano Intermodal Bus Station— from Construcciones Amenabar.
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Portugal
PLMJ
January 11, 2023
The European Commission started the formal process of adopting an adequacy decision on the EU-US framework for international data transfers.
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Portugal
PLMJ
January 10, 2023
The National Strategy for Connectivity in Very High Capacity Electronic Communications for the period 2023-2030 was published in the Official Gazette.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
January 10, 2023
The Regional Court of Munich ruled that shareholders' damages claims for breach of capital markets law rank as equity and not as general unsecured claims in the Wirecard insolvency. Read the result,
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USA
Lane Powell PC
January 8, 2023
The Washington Department of Revenue issued a Special Notice regarding the case Terrapower LLC v. Dep't of Revenue (2022). In this case, the issue was whether machinery and equipment ("M&E") used in a research and development operation qualified for Washington's M&E sales tax exemption.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 8, 2023
Zhong Lun acted as counsel for Switching-Time with respect to legal issues in the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong, providing end-to-end comprehensive legal services for this project.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 8, 2023
Zhong Lun acted as the PRC legal advisor of the issue manager in this secondary listing.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
January 8, 2023
Shearn Delamore & Co. is pleased to bring you the latest legal updates for December 2022.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
January 7, 2023
The long-awaited Employment (Amendment) Act 2022 finally came into force on January 1, 2023, requiring employers to obtain prior approval before employing a foreign worker or an expatriate.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
January 5, 2023
The Thailand Board of Investment (“BOI”), one of the government’s channels to assist the achievement of key development programs, has promptly responded to the new economic model; the so called “Thailand 4.0”, which refers to creative and innovative industries.
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Dominican Republic
Pellerano Nadal
January 5, 2023
Pellerano Nadal is pleased to announce the appointment of Urania Paulino as a Partner of the firm, a leading aviation and corporate lawyer in the Dominican Republic.
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Portugal
PLMJ
January 4, 2023
This is a mechanism to support the production of renewable gases injected into the public network by signing supply contracts between producers and the wholesale supplier of last resort (wSLR).
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India
AZB & Partners
January 4, 2023
AZB & Partners represented global healthcare company Viatris Inc. in its acquisition of Famy Life Sciences.
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January 2, 2023
Since 1988, our members have worked together globally to serve clients locally. We thank you for the contributions you have made to the...
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
January 2, 2023
We are pleased to announce that, as of January 1, 2023, Senior Associates Morten Bruun-Larsen and Jonas Lynghøj Madsen will be appointed Partner and Managing Associate, respectively, in Bech-Bruun.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
January 2, 2023
Lane Powell is pleased to announce that eight attorneys have been elected shareholders of the firm, effective January 1, 2023.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 1, 2023
Zhong Lun acted as the PRC legal advisor for STAR CM Holdings Limited.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 1, 2023
Zhong Lun has provided the investors with legal services throughout the entire process for the reorganization investment.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 1, 2023
Zhong Lun provided PRC law-related services to COVA Acquisition Corp. on this transaction.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 1, 2023
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the counsel of the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong for the onshore and offshore syndicate, providing comprehensive legal services for this onshore-offshore linked financing project.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
January 1, 2023
Zhong Lun lawyers formulated a litigation plan and filed a series of patent ownership dispute lawsuits with the Beijing Intellectual Property Court.
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Estonia
Sorainen
January 1, 2023
Sorainen promoted sworn advocate Maria Pihlak, who heads the firm’s International Arbitration sub-practice in Estonia, to partner.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 28, 2022
Cuatrecasas advised the partners of Exclusivas de Maquinaria y Equipos, S.L. on the sale of the company to the Italian company CGT Edilizia, S.p.A., thus forming part of the multinational group TESYA. One of the sellers will continue in the company as CEO.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 28, 2022
Cuatrecasas has advised Greenalia, S.A. on registering a commercial paper program with the Spanish Alternative Fixed-Income Market (MARF) for a maximum outstanding balance of €100 million. The listing document was registered with MARF on December 13.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
December 28, 2022
Bech-Bruun is expanding its group of partners and strengthening its advisory services provided in the transaction area when leading M&A lawyers Andreas Nielsen and Christian Eichen join Bech-Bruun as partners on January 1, 2023.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
December 28, 2022
The ESG universe is ever-expanding. This alert highlights three trends to keep an eye on in 2023.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 27, 2022
The Royal Decree on Supervision of Digital Identification Services which Require Operating Licenses ("Royal Decree") focuses on digital verification and authentication services.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 27, 2022
The Environmental Act serves as the first well-rounded environmental legislation established in line with common international environmental principles. The Environmental Act has been amended several times to address data changes and the complexity of environmental problems.
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India
AZB & Partners
December 27, 2022
AZB & Partners represented HDFC Capital Advisors and their managed fund, HDFC Capital Affordable Real Estate Fund - 3 ('HCare-3'), which invested over INR 1550 crores in six housing projects of the real estate vertical of the Shapoorji Pallonji group.
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India
AZB & Partners
December 27, 2022
AZB & Partners advised the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund, which through its Master Fund, has partnered with GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited to invest in the equity capital of three airports projects in India, including two greenfield airports
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India
AZB & Partners
December 27, 2022
AZB & Partners lawyers have recently contributed to the India chapter of Lexology Getting The Deal Through Publication on Cryptoassets & Blockchain, 2023.
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India
AZB & Partners
December 27, 2022
AZB & Partners lawyers have authored the India Chapter in the 2023 edition of the book titled "Bribery & Corruption," published by Global Legal Insights.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 27, 2022
The Spanish legislature has used the final weeks of 2022 to pass important and diverse tax measures, some of them applicable in 2022, that are relevant for both domestic and foreign investors.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 25, 2022
The merger control regime in the natural gas and power sectors introduced in 2009 is limited in scope and needs updates to account for the increase in private investment brought on by the energy transition and the growing nuances of business structures.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 25, 2022
On December 23, 2022, the Royal Decree on Operation of Digital Platform Services Which Require Notification, issued under the Electronic Transaction Act, B.E. 2544 (2001), was published in the Royal Gazette.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 25, 2022
This briefing discusses the new requirements on hire purchase agreements from the Office of the Consumer Protection Board and the Bank of Thailand's plan to regulate hire purchases and the leasing of vehicle businesses.
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France
Soulier Avocats
December 25, 2022
The specific compensation due to an employee in case of void dismissal can be reduced by the judge only if the employer requests so.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
December 24, 2022
Zhong Lun is pleased to update you on PRC antitrust and competition legislation and enforcement during the last quarter of 2022.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 22, 2022
Javier Fontcuberta, partner of the firm’s Corporate and M&A Practice, is new managing partner of Cuatrecasas. His appointment coincides with the appointment as the firm’s vice chair of Luis Pérez de Ayala, partner of the firm's Public Law Practice.
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USA, Australia, Netherlands
CMS Netherlands, Locke Lord LLP, MinterEllison
December 22, 2022
WLG member firms CMS Netherlands, Locke Lord, and MinterEllison collaborated on the sale of a Bynder majority stake to Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (THL).
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India
AZB & Partners
December 22, 2022
The Single Judge of Hon’ble High Court allowed Xiaomi India's petition and held that the provisional attachment order was arbitrary and reflected premediated conclusion of the Assessing Officer.
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India
AZB & Partners
December 22, 2022
AZB & Partners represented Xiaomi Technology India Pvt. Ltd. before the Hon'ble High Court of Karnataka in challenging the provisional attachment of fixed deposits of INR 3700 crores under section 281B of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
December 22, 2022
Zhong Lun is pleased to introduce the highlights and key points of the Provisions of the Supreme People's Court on Issues Concerning the Application of Law in Adjudicating Monopoly-Related Civil Cases.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 21, 2022
Cuatrecasas advised the management company Bewater Funds on launching its second venture capital fund, registered as Bewater II FCRE (European venture capital fund).
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 21, 2022
The draft Independent Workers Protection Act (the "Draft Act") was proposed to guarantee fundamental rights to independent workers for work safety and social security. The Draft Act will also benefit traditionally independent operators.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
December 21, 2022
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja incorporates Francisco Camauer as a new partner in the Litigation, Arbitration and Insolvency & Bankruptcy Department as of January 2023. He will be part of the team led by Martín Beretervide and Carlos Rotman.
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New Zealand
December 20, 2022
It has been five years since the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) published its recommendations. Since then, support for this global initiative – and for company climate and ESG reporting in general – has skyrocketed. Today more than 3,000 organizations in 92 countries with a combined market capitalization of USD27.2...
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Luxembourg
Arendt & Medernach
December 20, 2022
On November 29, 2022, EIOPA published a discussion paper on the prudential treatment of sustainability risks, assessing whether a specific prudential treatment of assets and activities associated with environmental or social objectives under the Solvency II framework could be warranted.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 20, 2022
All business models involving tech are inconceivable without services from American companies. Data transfers to these companies can hardly be avoided. However, many transfers involve personal data, so European data protection law must be observed.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 20, 2022
On November 22, 2022, the Cabinet approved the draft Act on Liability regarding Defective Goods, known as the "Lemon Law." The purpose of this law is to protect consumers from selling defective goods or products.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
December 20, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co is pleased to bring you the latest legal updates for December 2022.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 19, 2022
In response to the increasing importance of sustainability and ESG, several companies are considering which departments should be responsible for these issues.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 19, 2022
The Spanish Act to Promote the Startup Ecosystem introduces significant changes affecting the venture capital industry, entrepreneurs, and impatriates.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 19, 2022
A new land and building tax collection system was launched in 2019. However, due to the incompletion of the property appraisal system and other relevant databases and the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the tax collection system has not been fully implemented.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
December 19, 2022
We always wondered how age group ratings are determined in video games. Our latest advisory summarizes the key aspects of the Indonesian Game Rating System provided under Minister of Communication and Informatics Regulation No. 11 of 2016 on The Classification of Interactive Electronic Games.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
December 19, 2022
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados announces the appointment of four outstanding attorneys as new partners of the firm.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
December 18, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. is pleased to bring you the latest legal update for November 2022.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 15, 2022
On November 15, 2022, three notifications of the Director-General of the Department of Business Development, the Ministry of Commerce, in the capacity of the registrar under the PLC Act, were made public in the Government Gazette.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 14, 2022
Cuatrecasas has advised the retail group El Corte Inglés S.A. on the renewal of its commercial paper program on the Alternative Fixed-Income Market (MARF) of the Spanish Stock Exchanges and Markets, for the issuance of up to €1.2 billion of commercial paper.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 14, 2022
Anyone who has wanted to buy the Meta Quest 2 in Germany has had to get creative, with German consumers having to purchase these headsets via third-party providers or online from other European countries. Is Germany not a relevant market for Meta, or is it more than that? Taylor Wessing uses competition law to get to the bottom of the issue.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
December 14, 2022
On December 15, the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) published an Operational Alert: Terrorist Activity Financing (the "Alert").
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USA
Lane Powell PC
December 12, 2022
In October 2022, surveyors began using updated Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services guidance to identify noncompliance in skilled nursing facilities' use of arbitration agreements.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
December 12, 2022
The CSA and the IIROC have released a joint Staff Notice 23-329 seeking feedback from investors, market participants, and the public on a broad range of issues relating to the regulatory framework surrounding short selling in Canada.
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India
AZB & Partners
December 11, 2022
AZB & Partners advised Larsen & Toubro Limited on the sale by Larsen & Toubro Limited and CPPIB of their entire shareholding in L&T Infrastructure Development Projects Limited to Epic Concesiones Pvt. Ltd.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
December 11, 2022
In Commissioner of Internal Revenue v Ruben U Yu, the Court of Tax Appeals en banc clarified that the 180-day period referred to in section 228 of the Tax Code applies only to the period within which the Commissioner of Internal Revenue, or their duly authorized representative, may act on a protest against a tax assessment.
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France
Soulier Avocats
December 11, 2022
In its November 22, 2022 judgment, the CJEU held that the provision of the Anti-Money Laundering Directive whereby Member States must ensure that the information on beneficial owners is accessible to any member of the general public was invalid.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 8, 2022
In a recent decision, the Federal Supreme Court had the opportunity to provide further guidance regarding the obligation of UK claimants to provide security for costs in German proceedings.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
December 8, 2022
Litigation boutique firm Lundsgaard & Partnere, one of Denmark's most prominent lawyers in litigation, will become part of Bech-Bruun from the beginning of the new year.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
December 8, 2022
The Government of Canada has introduced amendments to the Investment Canada Act (ICA) that propose to enhance the government's ability to review, block, or modify foreign investments in Canada based on national security.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
December 8, 2022
The Government of Canada has published an Order in Council to bring into force recent amendments to Canada's Copyright Act which extends the basic term of copyright protection under the Act from 50 years to 70 years after the end of the year of the author's death.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 7, 2022
Taylor Wessing covers six things to watch out for during 2023 in pharma and biotech patent litigation.
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December 7, 2022
The Compliance & Investigations Group hosted three public webinars to discuss each letter of ESG and its relation to compliance.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 6, 2022
On October 18, 2022, the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action presented a draft bill for an Energy Efficiency Act, which provides considerable efficiency requirements for data centers.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 6, 2022
A capital gains tax exemption has been provided to a unitholder of a PE Trust, which invests in specified promoted companies under the S-Curve industries campaign.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
December 6, 2022
The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) has published for comment proposed amendments to the TSX Company Manual that clarify when the TSX will apply its private placement rules to prospectus offerings.
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December 6, 2022
Metaverse, NFTs, and virtual reality are buzzwords that shed light on an exciting technological future and the immense challenges right owners face in this new virtual world. We explore these topics and more in this WLG | at large '22 webinar hosted by the IP & IT Group.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 5, 2022
Cannabis legalization is coming, at least that's what the German government consisting of Social Democrats, the Liberal Party, and the Greens is proclaiming.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 5, 2022
Due to new legal obligations and the expectations of business partners, companies will soon have to prepare and publish their own sustainability reports.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
December 5, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP represented the underwriters in connection with Energy Transfer LP's public offering of $1 billion aggregate principal amount of its 5.550% Senior Notes due 2028 and $1.5 billion aggregate principal amount of its 5.750% Senior Notes due 2033.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
December 5, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP represented PBF Energy Inc. in connection with its acquisition of PBF Logistics LP, which closed on November 30, 2022.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
December 5, 2022
Philippine Economic Zone Authority-registered companies can now opt to register with the Board of Investments to continue work-from-home arrangements.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
December 5, 2022
This is a landmark case as the Supreme People's Court has, for the first time, specifically explained the connotation and denotation of the principle of examination upon request in invalidation examination proceedings.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
December 5, 2022
Zhong Lun, as the leading counsel, provided a full spectrum of legal services for the two projects.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
December 5, 2022
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC counsel for the syndicate and provided comprehensive legal services for this financing project.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
December 5, 2022
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC counsel for the joint lead managers in this offering.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 1, 2022
Cuatrecasas has advised private banking firm A&G Banca Privada on the incorporation and launch of A&G Global Private Equity I, the first issue of a private equity fund of funds of up to €100 million, which will invest in US and European venture capital firms.
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Portugal
PLMJ
December 1, 2022
The Directive on Corporate Sustainability Reporting has been approved. This new Directive amends the Non-Financial Reporting Directive, which sets out rules on corporate sustainability reporting.
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Norway
Schjødt
November 30, 2022
Borgarting Court of Appeal recently passed judgment in one of Norway's largest information technology contract disputes ever processed by the ordinary courts, the so-called "Grindgut" case.
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Norway
Schjødt
November 30, 2022
On November 28, 2022, the EU Council adopted the EU Parliament's approval of the directive on measures for a high common level of cybersecurity across the Union ("NIS2"). NIS2 expands the scope to include more sectors and services than the current NIS directive.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
November 29, 2022
Cuatrecasas has advised mobility company Mobilize Financial Services on the launch of Cars Alliance Auto Loans Spain 2022 (CAALS 2022), its first loan securitization in Spain, through which it has issued bonds for the total amount of €1.227,7 billion.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
November 29, 2022
Under the government's direction, Thailand's Board of Investment has launched the Long-term Resident visa to attract 'high-potential' individuals from overseas by providing tax and tax exemption benefits.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
November 29, 2022
Eight months ago, the Superior Court struck down Washington's capital gains tax as unconstitutional. As predicted, the State appealed directly to the Washington Supreme Court, which accepted the case. An oral argument on the merits is scheduled for January 26, 2023.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
November 28, 2022
Cuatrecasas has advised building company Comsa on the sale of 50% of the Sociedad Concesionaria Tranvía de Murcia S.A. and the temporary joint venture operating it to FCC, which acquires exclusive control of the municipal concession.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
November 28, 2022
The Digital Services Act was finally adopted on October 19, 2022, and published on October 27, 2022. The following provides an overview of this vital piece of European legislation.
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India
AZB & Partners
November 28, 2022
AZB & Partners advised the Tata group in connection with their agreement with Singapore Airlines to merge Air India and Vistara.
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Canada, Russia, Ukraine
Goodmans LLP
November 28, 2022
The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre has issued an advisory concerning financial transactions related to countries identified by the Financial Action Task Force as high-risk jurisdictions and jurisdictions under increased monitoring.
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India
AZB & Partners
November 27, 2022
AZB & Partners represented Oiltanking India GmbH in connection with the recent sale of its stake in Indian Oiltanking Limited and IOT Utkal Energy Services Limited to Adani Ports and SEZ Ltd for an aggregate consideration of INR 1050 crores.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
November 23, 2022
The Philippines is currently a party to 43 double taxation agreements, all of which contain a mutual agreement procedure (MAP) provision.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
November 23, 2022
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan (SyCipLaw) Partners authored the Philippine chapter of the ASEAN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Bond Toolkit, a primer for the issuance of SDG bonds in the ASEAN, launched during the 37th ASEAN Capital Markets Forum (ACMF) Chairs' Meeting and the ACMF International Conference.
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Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia
Sorainen
November 21, 2022
Sorainen was raised to the 22nd position on the list published yesterday by Financial Times, which ranks the most innovative law firms in Europe. The ranking is based on innovation, people, digital, client mentions, and financial growth scores.
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Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia
Sorainen
November 21, 2022
Doing business in the Baltics – a snapshot of the most relevant commercial conditions in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania in 2022.
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Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia
Sorainen
November 21, 2022
The Sorainen Employment team has released a comparison of the main employment law rules in the Baltics.
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Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia
Sorainen
November 21, 2022
Sorainen has published its first sustainability report covering the procedures it introduced and the initiatives it has undertaken to make the firm more sustainable.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
November 20, 2022
Cuatrecasas advised JB Capital, Sidenor and Loreto Mutua on selling the Dos Grados renewable energy platform to the British private equity investment firm Intermediate Capital Group (ICG), which closed the acquisition through its new infrastructure fund.
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Belgium
CMS Belgium
November 18, 2022
The following article highlights the most critical changes that Belgium has adopted this year in employment law. Since these legislative changes will substantially impact how companies run their businesses, this overview is aimed at helping companies understand and master these reforms.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
November 16, 2022
To raise sustainability practices and disclosures of listed issuers, Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad has enhanced the sustainability reporting requirements in the Main Market Listing Requirements and the ACE Market Listing Requirements.
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France
Soulier Avocats
November 16, 2022
In a decision handed down on September 28, 2022, the notification to an employee of their dismissal for misconduct cannot take place more than one month after the date set for the pre-dismissal interview.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
November 16, 2022
A statement has been issued to all regulated entities that carry out crypto-related services or engage in crypto-asset activities (the "Statement") reinforcing expectations that federally regulated entities comply with all regulatory requirements and with any guidance when engaging in crypto-related services or crypto-asset activities.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
November 16, 2022
Partners Han Hao and Yi Shi provided full-range legal services for the establishment and investment of the fund.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
November 16, 2022
Zhong Lun Law Firm served as the PRC legal counsel of Rego Interactive and provided comprehensive and multi-faceted legal services throughout the whole process of the IPO and listing.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
November 16, 2022
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as Farizon Auto's legal counsel in this transaction.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
November 16, 2022
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the legal counsel for Jiangxiabai and provided complete legal services.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
November 14, 2022
Cuatrecasas advised Future: Fast Forward, a consortium of 62 companies led by Volkswagen Group, on negotiating the agreements to request and implement the European aid under the Strategic Project for the Recovery and Economic Transformation (PERTE) of the electric and connected vehicle (“VEC").
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
November 14, 2022
Germany is experiencing a severe energy crisis due to the Ukraine conflict and its effect on the natural gas supply. Energy-intensive companies have seen a dramatic increase in energy costs, irrecoverable from consumers, causing grave financial distress in various industries. As a result, the government plans to modify the German Insolvency...
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
November 14, 2022
President Joko Widodo issued Presidential Regulation No. 112 of 2022 on the Acceleration of Renewable Energy Development for the Supply of Power which may significantly affect the electric power industry.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
November 14, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is representing enCore Energy Corp. in connection with its acquisition of the Alta Mesa In-Situ Recovery uranium project from Energy Fuels Inc.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
November 14, 2022
The Indonesian Minister of Health has issued a new regulation that requires all healthcare facilities to keep electronic medical records.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
November 13, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic presented businesses with unprecedented challenges. It was inevitable that litigation would follow, and the courts would be required to interpret familiar contract terms in light of these decidedly unfamiliar circumstances.
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Sweden
Setterwalls
November 11, 2022
The EU’s proposed AI Act will constitute further significant regulation of innovative digital solutions. How can our experience of the GDPR help us adapt to new requirements in the life sciences sector?
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
November 11, 2022
As part of our ESG commitment and WLG | impact '22, Shearn Delamore & Co.'s WSF Club organized a tree planting activity at the Forest Research Institute Malaysia on November 12, 2022.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
November 10, 2022
Several tax authorities worldwide, including Thailand, are facing tax evasion and fraud and are seeking tools to tackle them.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
November 10, 2022
Our partner, Wong Kian Jun, from the Employment and Administrative Law Practice Group, reviews the Election Offences Act of 1954 and its implications.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
November 9, 2022
The Revised 2022 IRR retains the requirement that, for projects requiring a public utility franchise for its operation, the operator must be (i) a Filipino, or (ii) if a corporation, must be duly registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission and owned up to at least 60% by Filipinos; or (iii) if a consortium of local and foreign firms,...
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France
Soulier Avocats
November 9, 2022
The new single register of security interests over moveable property and related transactions will be up and running by January 1, 2023.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
November 8, 2022
This draft bill allows an employee to work from home or anywhere out of the office, with the intent to reduce fuel consumption and help resolve traffic congestion.
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India
AZB & Partners
November 8, 2022
AZB is advising KKR on their USD 400 million investment in Serentica Renewables in what would be one of the largest investments into the Indian C&I / decarbonization space.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
November 8, 2022
The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) recently published Staff Notice 51-364, summarizing the results of its Continuous Disclosure Review Program for fiscal years ending March 31, 2021, and March 31, 2022.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
November 7, 2022
In September, the Build-OperateTransfer Law Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) Committee approved the Revised 2022 IRR of Republic Act No. 6957, as amended by Republic Act No. 7718, otherwise known as the BuildOperate-Transfer (BOT) Law.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
November 3, 2022
Cuatrecasas has advised El Corte Inglés on signing, through its subsidiary Telecor, two long-term solar energy supply agreements with Eranovum and NoyFund respectively, which will cover up to 40% of its annual electricity consumption.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
November 3, 2022
The German Whistleblower Protection Act will be implemented promptly. The purpose of the Act is to protect whistleblowers from disadvantages in the future. We have compiled the most important questions from the point of view of the respective department.
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India
AZB & Partners
November 3, 2022
AZB & Partners represented Google India Private Limited before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
November 3, 2022
The Washington Supreme Court issued a decision finding that a contractual one-year limitation period buried in a residential construction contract was unconscionable and void. The case provides important lessons for residential contractors and developers.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
November 3, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. is pleased to bring you the latest legal update for October 2022.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
November 2, 2022
Overcriminalization has long been a concern for the Thai legal system. A recent Act of Parliament seeks to address this issue by effectively decriminalizing certain regulatory offenses where the penalty is a fine.
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France
Soulier Avocats
November 2, 2022
The French Administrative Supreme Court ordered the French State to pay EUR 20 million for a persistent breach of the authorized nitrogen dioxide concentration limit.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
November 1, 2022
Zhong Lun is pleased to bring you updates on PRC antitrust legislation and enforcement during the third quarter of 2022.
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City-Yuwa Partners
October 31, 2022
Mikio, Hitoshi, You will be so missed, but never forgotten. May your journey be peaceful, knowing that the thoughts and prayers of us all will be with you forever.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
October 31, 2022
Thailand has been focusing on fulfilling its pledge to reduce carbon emissions under the Paris Agreement and reach carbon neutrality by 2050 through various means, ranging from the acknowledgment of the adoption of innovative technology to the issuance of several regulations.
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India
AZB & Partners
October 31, 2022
AZB's article addresses the fast-growing interest in green and sustainable finance for corporate borrowers in India and the readiness of the financial system to leverage the investment gap and promote sustainable finance. Here is an overview of the regulatory regime and trends.
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
October 30, 2022
A comparative overview of the encouraging steps arbitral institutions are taking worldwide to promote a greener arbitration practice.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
October 27, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is pleased to share that Associate Brandon Bell was recognized with a Volunteer Spotlight for his pro bono service with Houston Volunteer Lawyers (HVL) as part of a Pro Bono Week 2022 celebration.
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USA
Arnold & Porter
October 26, 2022
The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) issued its first-ever Enforcement and Penalty Guidelines for entities that violate mitigation agreements with CFIUS or otherwise run afoul of Section 721 of the Defense Production Act of 1950 and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 25, 2022
French Supreme Court has just ended a legal saga that had lasted for more than ten years concerning the trademark "L'EQUIPE," renowned in the sports publishing business.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 23, 2022
By hitting a record trading volume of nearly USD 17.6 billion in 2021, the new type of crypto-assets, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), are one of the latest advancements in the rapidly evolving crypto industry that attracted substantial public attention.
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India
AZB & Partners
October 20, 2022
AZB & Partners is advising UPL Limited in relation to its corporate restructuring and investments.
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Portugal
PLMJ
October 20, 2022
Law no. 19/2022, among other measures, establishes the rent update coefficient for the calendar year of 2023.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 19, 2022
As part of Taylor Wessing's newsletter series on "trade secrets," they cover the recently published decision from the Federal Court of Justice on reasonable secrecy measures.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
October 19, 2022
At the forefront of the digital revolution, Malaysia has launched the DE Rantau Programme aimed specifically at the digital nomad.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
October 18, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is pleased to welcome tax partner William Freeman and project finance counsel Alex Choinski.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 18, 2022
Zhong Lun acted as the issuer’s counsel in the listing.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
October 18, 2022
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan (SyCipLaw) has published the maiden issue of The SyCipLaw ESG Bulletin.
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 18, 2022
The European Commission's proposal for a Directive "on protecting persons who engage in public participation from manifestly unfounded or abusive court proceedings" suggests that Member States should strengthen procedural safeguards for those which SLAPPs are initiated against.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
October 17, 2022
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja and Martinez de Hoz & Rueda legally assisted Vista Energy Argentina S.A.U. and Trafigura Argentina S.A. in executing an Investment Agreement for jointly developing three new Pads located in Bajada del Palo Oeste block.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
October 17, 2022
On June 21, 2022, the federal government registered the Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. The goal of the CFR is to advance the growth of Canada's clean energy sector by encouraging investment in low-carbon fuels and technologies.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
October 16, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. is pleased to bring you the latest legal update for October 2022.
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October 11, 2022
The pandemic forcefully introduced many companies and employees to remote work. Although many have returned to the office, many others are embracing the idea of remote work indefinitely, and employers and employees alike face a new set of challenges that come along with it. Permits and visas, tax implications, the type of work an individual...
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 11, 2022
The French Supreme Court recently held that an investigating judge who has indicted an individual who subsequently files an application for release from pre-trial detention may not act as a liberty and custody judge in this same case.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
October 10, 2022
WongPartnership is delighted to be involved in the new alliance to drive partnerships in the philanthropic sector while working on solutions to address several core global issues.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
October 10, 2022
The Thai Food Act B.E. 2522 (1979) ("Food Act") has not been amended in over 40 years. Currently, an amendment to the Food Act is in the process of consideration by the House of Representatives.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 9, 2022
Users' activities within the Metaverse entail collecting and processing considerable amounts of data, yet there seem to be few limits. Such data processing needs to be subject to regulation to safeguard data subjects' privacy rights appropriately.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
October 9, 2022
SyCipLaw is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Philbert E. Varona, a partner at the Firm, as the new head of its Banking, Finance & Securities (BFS) department, effective October 2022.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
October 9, 2022
After more than ten years, the Department of Finance has finally issued Revenue Regulations (RR) 7-2022, which provides "the policies and guidelines for the availment of tax incentives under the Renewable Energy Act of 2008."
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 6, 2022
Directors must file for insolvency without undue delay and, at the latest, within three weeks of illiquidity, and failure to do so may result in severe civil and criminal liability.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 6, 2022
As the legal counsel for VoneSeals, Zhong Lun Law Firm provided full-spectrum legal services concerning the client's equity financing, corporate restructuring, listing counseling, listing application and feedback, etc.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 6, 2022
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC legal counsel for Silver Crest in this transaction.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
October 5, 2022
Bech-Bruun has assisted AXA IM with the investment in Shark Solutions.
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 4, 2022
The 2022 Rectifying Finance Law provides social measures to improve purchasing power that employers can take advantage of. They include the new value-sharing bonus, more flexibility on professional expenses, the buyback of RTT days, and provisions to support employee savings.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
October 3, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. successfully defended the prominent e-commerce platform operator, Shopee Mobile Malaysia Sdn Bhd, in a suit filed by A & M Beauty Wellness Sdn Bhd.
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Singapore
Chandler MHM Limited
October 3, 2022
The environmental impact assessment report has been used as a governmental tool to anticipate the likely environmental impacts that could arise from proposed developmental projects.
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USA
Arnold & Porter
October 3, 2022
On September 30, 2022, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Department of the Treasury published its "Sanctions Compliance Guidance for Instant Payment Systems" designed to help financial institutions allocate their compliance resources consistent with their sanctions risks.
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Norway
Schjødt
October 2, 2022
The European Commission is addressing concerns regarding artificial intelligence with the proposed Artificial Intelligence Act, which aims to harmonize and regulate the use of AI through regulation.
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Norway
Schjødt
October 2, 2022
Many factors must be considered when choosing a strategy for protecting your various intellectual property rights, which may vary depending on the information/product/method you want to protect.
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Norway
Schjødt
October 2, 2022
The European Commission published a proposal for a regulation known as the Cyber Resilience Act that would provide horizontal cybersecurity requirements for products with digital elements.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
September 29, 2022
Yanos Gramatidis, Partner of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners, is recognized as a Global Leader in the "WWL: Franchise 2022" International Guide for the third consecutive year.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
September 29, 2022
The Express Grain Terminals, LLC ("Express Grain") bankruptcy is a case study for grain farmers and their crop production lenders.
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Portugal
PLMJ
September 29, 2022
On September 16, 2022, Law 17/2022 came into effect, transposing the ECN+ Directive into Portuguese law (the "Revised Competition Act").
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
September 29, 2022
The Home Minister, Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, announced the launch of the "Premium Visa Programme" on September 1, 2022.
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Singapore
Chandler MHM Limited
September 28, 2022
The Revenue and Land Departments recently issued new privileges for investors investing in REITs with Buy-Back Conditions to increase investment in the real estate sector.
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France
Soulier Avocats
September 28, 2022
In a recent decision issued on June 9, 2022, the First Civil Chamber of the Cour de Cassation (French Supreme Court) clarified the concept of spouses' contribution to household expenses.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
September 27, 2022
Spyros Alexandris, Partner, and Charilaos (Harry) Agathos, Junior Associate of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners, are the authors of Global Legal Insights – Litigation & Dispute Resolution 2022 - Chapter Greece.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
September 26, 2022
WongPartnership LLP announces a new appointment in its management team. Chou Sean Yu, the firm's Head of Litigation & Dispute Resolution, has been appointed Deputy Managing Partner. He will concurrently continue as Head of the Firm's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
September 26, 2022
The House of Representatives' Committee on Ways and Means approved a bill proposing a new fiscal regime for the Philippine mining industry, following the previous proposal of the Department of Finance (DOF) and which will cover existing and prospective large-scale metallic mines, regardless of location.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
September 26, 2022
Bank Indonesia recently updated its domestic non-deliverable forward (DNDF) transactions regulation. This Advisory covers the critical points that banks and business actors need to note in the new BI Reg. 24/7/2022.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
September 26, 2022
The ever-growing industry of Peer-to-Peer Lending has driven the Financial Services Authority (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan – "OJK") to issue OJK Regulation No. 10/POJK.05/2022 on Technology-Based Collective Financing Services. The regulation provides more detailed and extensive provisions to cater to the industry's rapid development.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
September 26, 2022
After extensive discussions and multiple changes to the draft bill since 2016, the Indonesian House of Representatives passed the draft bill on Personal Data Protection on September 20, 2022 (" Personal Data Protection Law ").
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
September 25, 2022
Dimitris Emvalomenos, Dep. Managing Partner of Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners, is the jurisdictional author for Greece in the Global Guide "Product Liability and Safety," published by Thomson Reuters Practical Law.
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France
Soulier Avocats
September 25, 2022
The French Supreme Court recalls that for a legal entity to be held criminally liable, it is necessary to identify its body or representative who has committed the offense.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
September 25, 2022
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados collaborated with the Climate Bonds Initiative on the report "Peru Sustainable Finance State of the Market 2022," which identifies green and sustainable investment opportunities in Peru.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
September 23, 2022
Based on numerous European decisions, the Danish Data Protection Agency has investigated Google Analytics to determine whether using this tool is GDPR compliant.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
September 23, 2022
Partner Jesper Rothe has been elected as the new chairman of The Association of Danish Law Firms.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
September 22, 2022
The new Unified Patent Court will handle patent infringement proceedings according to a new and unique set of rules defined by the UPC Agreement and the Rules of Procedure.
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Denmark, Russia, Ukraine
Bech-Bruun
September 22, 2022
Since the invasion of Ukraine, several foreign trademark holders have found themselves in a tight spot in Russia. However, recent practice from Russia now indicates a softening approach against foreign rights holders, including in the trademark field.
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Luxembourg
Arendt & Medernach
September 22, 2022
On September 21, the CSSF published the results of a general public survey on sustainable finance that sought to assess the general public’s knowledge and understanding of sustainable finance and gauge the degree of interest in the subject.
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England
Gowling WLG
September 22, 2022
What are NFTs, and how exactly do they work? Our in-depth insight aims to guide you through the fast-moving and developing world of NFTs.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
September 20, 2022
Following COP26, the Thai government has continued to set carbon neutrality targets. This has involved substantial shifts in public policy and measures to achieve climate goals.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
September 20, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. is pleased to bring you the latest legal updates for September 2022.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
September 19, 2022
As of May 26, 2022, the new Regulation on In-vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices (EU) 2017/746 becomes fully applicable. It provides the new regulatory framework for in-vitro diagnostic medical devices, from performance evaluation and performance studies to placing on the market, making available, putting into service, and the surveillance of IVDs...
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
September 19, 2022
If you're thinking of doing business in Germany, our comprehensive guide, "Doing Business and Investing in Germany," can assist you.
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Portugal
PLMJ
September 19, 2022
Regulation (EU) 536/2014 of the Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 on clinical trials on medicinal products for human use introduced additional requirements for labeling investigational and auxiliary medicinal products.
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Portugal
PLMJ
September 19, 2022
The Portuguese National Authority for Medicines and Healthcare Products has recently adopted Decision 089/CD/2022 concerning the regulatory framework for acquiring medicines without a national Marketing Authorisation, intended exclusively for producing parenteral bags.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
September 18, 2022
An amendment to the Thai Civil and Commercial Code introduces a new scheme of M&A transactions in Thailand.
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France
Soulier Avocats
September 18, 2022
In case of unsubstantiated abuse of fundamental freedom relied upon to justify the dismissal of an employee, the dismissal is void even if other grounds could justify the termination of the employment contract.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
September 14, 2022
The Personal Data Protection Commission announced guidelines on procedures for requesting consent from data subjects and on procedures for giving notice of the purpose and details relating to the collection of personal data from data subjects.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
September 13, 2022
The German Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices and companies from the life sciences sector repeatedly clash regarding the legal qualification of substances.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
September 13, 2022
The decisive criterion for distinguishing between the mail order business and the dispensing of medicinal products from a retail pharmacy is the transport and delivery of the medicinal products to the customer.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
September 13, 2022
TMT Partner Janet Toh and Associate Boo Cheng Xuan have co-edited Halsbury's Laws of Malaysia, Volume 9(1) on Betting, Gaming and Lotteries.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
September 13, 2022
In the wake of constant changes in merger control regulations globally, Chambers & Partners published the 2022 edition of "Merger Control," a guide that focuses on the practical legal issues affecting business and enables readers to compare legislation and procedure across key jurisdictions.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
September 12, 2022
Prominent corporate transactions attorney J.A. Glaccum has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP as a partner in the firm’s Houston office.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
September 11, 2022
At the end of 2019, the German legislature included digital health applications in the statutory health insurance reimbursement catalog. In 2021, digital nursing applications also found their way into the benefits catalog of long-term care insurance funds.
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France
Soulier Avocats
September 11, 2022
Given the extensive development of NFTs, assessing the current legal situation and proposing solutions to control their expansion while respecting copyright and related rights has become urgent.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
September 8, 2022
A new bill has been introduced to improve and expedite procedures for claims related to the environment.
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Angola
PLMJ
September 7, 2022
Law 31/22, which approved the Angolan Code of Administrative Procedure, was published in the Official Gazette on August 30. This law has repealed Decree-Law 16-A/95 of December 15, which, in turn, approved the Rules of Administrative Procedure.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
September 7, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (the Act) added several provisions that support using solar as part of a REIT's "green" energy strategy. The Act will allow REITs to benefit from ITCs in new ways that should make it easier for REITs to own solar projects to provide electricity for tenants.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
September 6, 2022
WongPartnership LLP welcomes Edward Ti as a new consultant and a principal member of the firm's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
September 6, 2022
Thai law provides for criminal liability for cheque bouncing under the Use of Cheques Act, and a Bill has been proposed to repeal it.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
September 6, 2022
In a recent case, the Delaware Court of Chancery upheld claims that a private equity fund had a conflict of interest in selling a portfolio company because it needed to wind up an associated investment fund.
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Portugal
PLMJ
September 6, 2022
Portugal 2030 formalizes the Partnership Agreement between Portugal and the European Commission and sets the main strategic objectives for the application.
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India
AZB & Partners
September 6, 2022
HDFC Property Ventures and HDFC Venture Cap approved a merger plan with HDFC Capital Advisors. The combined platform will advise and manage around USD 4.1 billion of assets, making it India's largest real estate private equity firm.
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
September 5, 2022
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners is proud to announce that Managing Partner Dimitris Emvalomenos is the author of chapter Greece in the "Mediation 2022" Guide.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
September 4, 2022
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan (SyCipLaw) Partners Ricardo Ma. P.G. Ongkiko (Head of the Firm's Litigation Department), Carlos Roberto Z. Lopez, and John Christian Joy A. Regalado authored the Philippine chapter of the latest Global Practice Guide (GPG) on International Arbitration.
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France
Soulier Avocats
September 4, 2022
Creating a company requires the consideration of various issues before incorporation to guarantee success.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
September 1, 2022
Thai authorities are introducing new measures to protect retail investors in digital assets and align Thailand's regulations with international standards.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
September 1, 2022
Companies should consider whether to amend their bylaws in connection with the SEC's new universal proxy rule, which will be effective for shareholder meetings to be held after August 31, 2022.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
September 1, 2022
On September 2, 2022, Scientex Packaging Film Sdn Bhd and Taisei Lamick Co., Ltd. entered into a share sale agreement for Scientex Packaging Film to acquire a majority stake in Taisei Lamick Malaysia Sdn Bhd from Taisei Lamick for MYR 63,779,503
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USA
Lane Powell PC
August 31, 2022
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade's constitutional right to an abortion has become a hot-button subject that may evoke political, religious, and deeply-held personal beliefs. What's an employer to do when employees' beliefs clash at the water cooler?
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Norway
Schjødt
August 31, 2022
The European Health Data Space aims to empower individuals' access to and control of their health data and provide European researchers, health officials, and industry with a simple system to obtain and analyze citizens' health data from the entire European Union.
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Norway
Schjødt
August 31, 2022
Companies working in the oil & gas, life sciences, and construction industries can stand to make significant gains by developing and utilizing advanced computer simulation based on mathematical methods. But are these methods patentable?
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Norway
Schjødt
August 31, 2022
The Norwegian Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development has proposed changes in the Norwegian Electronic Communications Act and the Norwegian Electronic Communications Regulations to implement legal requirements for data centers.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
August 31, 2022
On August 23, 2022, the Malaysia Competition Commission ("MyCC") launched a public consultation on the proposed renewal of a Block Exemption Order regarding liner shipping services covered under a VSA.
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Australia
MinterEllison
August 31, 2022
The federal government has announced the creation of biodiversity certificates and a trading scheme to recognize landholders who restore or manage local habitat
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
August 30, 2022
The German Trade Secrets Act (GeschGehG) has been in force since April 26, 2019. Nevertheless, many companies still need to address the topic of know-how protection adequately.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 30, 2022
AZB & Partners examines the new Overseas Direct Investment Regime, its key changes, and the road ahead.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 30, 2022
AZB & Partners chapter of the Chambers Private Wealth 2022 Global Practice Guide examines the issues pertaining to private client planning in India.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 30, 2022
TVS Motors announced the acquisition of 48% stake in Narain Karthikey's two-wheeler startup DriveX for INR 854 million to enable innovation and expansion.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 30, 2022
NIIFL has acquired 100% stake in the Shapoorji Pallonji Group's SP Jammu Udhampur Highway through the NIIF Master Fund at an enterprise value of over $290 million.
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Sweden
Setterwalls
August 29, 2022
Setterwalls has recently successfully represented a pharmaceutical company in defending itself against a claim for an interim injunction based on a patent application.
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India
Vaish Associates
August 29, 2022
The Hon'ble Supreme Court in M/s. Tantia Constructions Limited v. Union of India [Petition for Special Leave to Appeal (C) No. 10722/2022] observed that it is of the "firm opinion that there cannot be two arbitration proceedings with respect to the same contract/transaction."
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
August 29, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. advised Vista Laser Eye Center on joining the Qualitas Health integrated network.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
August 28, 2022
Bursa Malaysia Berhad announced on August 15, 2022, that it will launch the Voluntary Carbon Market exchange by the end of 2022 to enable companies to purchase voluntary carbon credits.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
August 25, 2022
The Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) Makati Chapter recently inducted its new members, including 15 associates from SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan (SyCipLaw).
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
August 25, 2022
The Philippines is party to double taxation agreements (DTAs) with 43 countries. These DTAs contain exchange of information (EOI) provisions, which oblige contracting parties to exchange details needed to carry out the provisions of the DTAs.
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Panama
Arias
August 24, 2022
The Insurance Superintendency of Panama approved Rule No. 02 of 2022, which regulates the use of electronic signatures in the documentation related to the insurance sector.
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Lithuania
Sorainen
August 24, 2022
The Bank of Lithuania recently stipulated that subjects benefiting from limited network exclusion under the Second Payment Services Directive (PSD2) must resubmit a notification to the BoL, and the deadline is quickly approaching.
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Vietnam
VILAF
August 24, 2022
The Government has promulgated Decree 53/2022/ND-CP to implement certain articles of the Cybersecurity Law ("Decree 53"). Decree 53 imposes certain data localization requirements in relation to businesses with operations in Vietnam.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
August 23, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co.'s Employment & Administrative Law partners, Sivabalah Nadarajah (General Editor), Vijayan Venugopal, and Suganthi Singam, assisted by our Senior Associates, Jamie Goh Moon Hoong and Benedict Ngoh, have contributed to the "Malaysian Practice Series — Law and Practice of Employment Law In Malaysia."
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
August 23, 2022
The Trade Competition Commission of Thailand limited the length of credit terms that service receivers and buyers can request from their service providers and vendors, which qualify as small and medium-sized enterprises.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 23, 2022
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co LP sold its entire investments in the hospital chain Max Healthcare for nearly INR 92 billion, receiving a near five-fold payback in two-and-a-half years.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 23, 2022
Eye care chain ASG Hospital Pvt. Ltd said on Wednesday it had raised Rs 1,500 crore (USD 188 million) in a round led by new investors General Atlantic and Kedaara Capital.
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Portugal
PLMJ
August 23, 2022
The draft diploma on the simplification of licenses and procedures for companies in the environmental area was submitted for public consultation on August 3.
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Portugal
PLMJ
August 23, 2022
The proposed new Regulation covers all substances of human origin applied to humans, regardless of whether they meet the definition of "blood," "tissue," or "cells."
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Belgium
CMS Belgium
August 22, 2022
The Belgian Competition Authority ("BCA") approved the acquisition of two different run-off insurance portfolios: the AXA Belgium closed run-off insurance portfolio acquired by Monument Assurance Belgium and the NN Insurance Belgium run-off life insurance portfolio acquired by Athora Belgium.
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Cayman Islands
Campbells
August 22, 2022
In this advisory, Campbells discusses the judgment in the matter of Green Asia Restructure Fund SPC, which provides further clarity regarding the relatively untested jurisdiction for creditors to appoint receivers to wind up a segregated portfolio.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
August 22, 2022
On August 17, 2022, the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) issued Notice 22-0130 Guidance on Participant Obligations to have Reasonable Expectation to Settle any Trade Resulting from the Entry of a Short Sale Order ("Notice").
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
August 21, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. is pleased to bring you the latest legal updates for August 2022.
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Panama
Arias
August 19, 2022
The 001 Banking Agreement aims to establish the protocols, processes, procedures, mechanisms, and other special rules relating to the processing, transfer, and custody of personal databases, as well as the guidelines for the exercise of the rights of protection of personal data that banks must follow.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
August 19, 2022
Bech-Bruun has assisted the owners of DKI Logistics A/S and DKI Automatic A/S on the divestment to RHENUS Group.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
August 18, 2022
The full potential of hydropower in Greenland must be exploited. This is what the Greenlandic government has decided, supported by the Danish government in a joint declaration of intent, forming the basis of close cooperation between Denmark and Greenland on the green transition.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
August 18, 2022
The Finance Minister, upon the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission's recommendation, passed a notification regulating digital asset custodial wallet providers.
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Australia
MinterEllison
August 18, 2022
In the first public enforcement outcome arising from the ACCC's Digital Platforms Inquiry, Google has been fined for misleading consumers.
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Sweden
Setterwalls
August 18, 2022
Earlier this spring, the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection issued an administrative fine against Klarna Bank AB, a leading global FinTech and payments company, following an investigation that showed Klarna did not comply with several GDPR rules.
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South Africa
ENS
August 17, 2022
The Eastern Cape High Court has handed down an order upholding a special plea with costs in divorce proceedings.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
August 17, 2022
On August 12, 2022, the much-anticipated Employment (Amendment of First Schedule) Order 2022 was gazetted and will come into force from September 1, 2022.
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Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia
Sorainen
August 17, 2022
The proposal for the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive demands the adoption of sustainability reporting standards across the European Union. It aims to review and toughen the requirements in the Non-Financial Reporting Directive.
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USA
Arnold & Porter
August 17, 2022
The Biden Administration has prioritized addressing the environmental and health issues posed by the use of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including use by federal agencies and the military.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
August 16, 2022
On August 16, 2022, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (the "IRA") into law. This Client Alert summarizes the key business tax provisions of the IRA.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 16, 2022
Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd, a Tata Motors subsidiary, will acquire Ford India's Sanand plant for INR 7257 million, including the engine facility, which will be leased back to Ford.
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Australia
MinterEllison
August 16, 2022
MinterEllison discusses the limits on the power of the Private Health Insurance Ombudsman when dealing with private health care providers.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
August 16, 2022
WongPartnership is acting for the offeror, Frasers Property Hospitality Trust Holdings Pte. Ltd., and TCC Group Investments Limited, a stapled security holder of Frasers Hospitality Trust, in relation to the proposed privatization of Frasers Hospitality Trust.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
August 16, 2022
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados collaborated with 60 jurisdictions on the 2023 edition of the Lexology GTDT: Merger Control guide. This publication covers, from a single and comprehensive perspective, the legal and regulatory aspects of merger control worldwide.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
August 16, 2022
Thai energy regulators continue to introduce new measures supporting the reduction of greenhouse gasses in line with Thailand’s national agenda and international obligations to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero emissions by 2065.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
August 16, 2022
The Trade Competition Commission of Thailand has recently issued clarifications on the interpretation of "domestic presence/Thai operator" that would require pre- or post-merger notification filings under the TCA.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
August 14, 2022
Zhong Lun represented TWE and provided full legal services for the invalidation action and all related cases.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
August 14, 2022
This article answers ten frequently asked questions about how to process employees' personal information for multinational corporations.
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Lithuania
Sorainen
August 11, 2022
The Law on Securitisation and Covered Bonds, as well as related amendments to other legal acts, have recently entered into force in Lithuania. The amendments aim to contribute to the development of Lithuania's capital market and broaden the diversity of funding sources.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
August 11, 2022
Bech-Bruun has assisted the owners of Brands4kids on the divestment to Standard Investment.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
August 11, 2022
WongPartnership is acting for the liquidators of Three Arrows Capital, the major cryptocurrency hedge fund, in the ongoing investigations and the preserving of their Singapore assets.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
August 10, 2022
Bech-Bruun has had the privilege of advising KK Wind Solutions on its acquisition.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
August 10, 2022
Bech-Bruun has had the privilege of advising KK Wind Solutions on its acquisition throughout the process.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
August 10, 2022
Regulations were recently amended to deem certain crowdfunding platforms and certain payment service providers to be money service businesses or foreign money service businesses.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
August 10, 2022
Our TMT Partners, Christina Kow and Timothy Siaw, have co-authored the Malaysian chapter of The International Comparative Legal Guides — Fintech 2022. The chapter covers a broad overview of the development of Fintech and its regulation in Malaysia.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
August 9, 2022
The Eleventh Circuit in Auriga Polymers Inc. v. PMCM2, LLC joined the Third Circuit in concluding that post-petition payments for the value of goods received by a debtor within 20 days before the petition date do not reduce a creditor's "subsequent new value" preference defense.
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Australia
MinterEllison
August 9, 2022
In 2022, the real estate market has proven its resilience in the face of economic and geopolitical uncertainty, highlighting tremendous collaboration and innovation across the industry.
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Poland
Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
August 9, 2022
The introduction of Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on Medical Devices ("MDR") gave rise to several questions regarding products that, under certain conditions, could be classified either as medicinal products or medical devices.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
August 9, 2022
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ron Boucher as Head of our London Office.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
August 9, 2022
The long-awaited Screening of Third Country Transactions Bill 2022 represents a landmark development in Ireland's M&A landscape. We outline the key features of Ireland's first foreign investment regime.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
August 8, 2022
In the first major development since the COP26 conference, the Thai Energy Regulatory Commission released a draft announcement for a new tender to purchase power from renewable energy sources.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
August 7, 2022
The Supreme Court has clarified and explained the circumstances under which persons may be criminally prosecuted for criminal acts or omissions of their corporation or partnership.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 6, 2022
Google will pay USD 700 million for a 1.28% stake in New Delhi-based Bharti Airtel and invest up to USD 300 million in multi-year commercial deals.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 6, 2022
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the proposed restructuring of GlaxoSmithKline's consumer healthcare joint venture with Pfizer.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 6, 2022
Online tutoring platform FEV Tutor has been acquired by private equity firm Alpine Investors, providing the resources for FEV Tutor to continue growing its product and reach.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 6, 2022
The board of Yes Bank approved an INR 8,898 crore (USD 1.1 billion) investment by private equity investors Advent and Carlyle with 59% upfront equity payment and 41% warrants.
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India
AZB & Partners
August 6, 2022
HDFC has raised the world's biggest social loan at USD 1.1 billion to fund the affordable housing segment, underscoring the potential for sustainability-linked financing.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
August 5, 2022
Bech-Bruun has advised A.P. Moller – Maersk on its acquisition of Martin Bencher Group.
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Australia
MinterEllison
August 5, 2022
MinterEllison explores the commercial risks, legal issues, opportunities, and potential for doing business with Australia's globally emerging pension funds.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
August 5, 2022
According to public statements, the carried interest provisions will be removed from the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (the "Proposed Act").
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
August 5, 2022
Three trade associations in the same industry recently announced that they will collaborate and establish a common service fee system. This briefing looks at the implications.
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South Korea
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
August 5, 2022
On July 21, 2022, the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MOEF) released its proposed amendments to the Korean tax laws for 2022. Bae, Kim & Lee has provided a summary of the proposed significant reforms which may have an impact on foreign businesses with a presence in Korea.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
August 4, 2022
According to a ruling by the German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) on May 5, 2022, a passenger's claim for reimbursement due to a flight cancellation in insolvency needs to be established in the schedule of creditors.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
August 4, 2022
Zhong Lun served as the legal counsel for the seller and provided full legal services throughout this transaction, including design of the transaction structure, drafting and revising various transaction documents, negotiations during the entire transaction process, etc.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
August 3, 2022
The Delaware General Corporation Law (the "DGCL") was recently revised, resulting in several significant changes. These amendments could affect how you draft your corporate and M&A documents in the future.
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Australia
MinterEllison
August 3, 2022
Ten days of paid family and domestic violence leave will become a minimum employment entitlement under Australia's National Employment Standards if the Government's Fair Work Amendment Bill 2022 is passed.
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South Korea
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
August 2, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Jeena KIM authors this chapter from South Korea.
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Belgium
CMS Belgium
August 2, 2022
The Belgian Data Protection Authority ("BDPA") has issued a reminder of the limits attached to communications concerning an (ex)-employee's health.
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Luxembourg
Arendt & Medernach
August 2, 2022
On July 20, 2022, the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority ("EIOPA") published guidance on ESG requirements in the insurance sector.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
August 1, 2022
On July 27, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (the "Proposed Act") was introduced in the Senate. Among other significant federal income tax proposals intended to offset the new spending and reduce the federal deficit, the Proposed Act would substantially change the federal income tax treatment of "carried interests."
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
July 31, 2022
As many existing foreign private Electronic System Organizers have registered with the Minister of Communication and Informatics (MOCI) to comply with MOCI Regulation No. 5 of 2020 on ESOs in the Private Sector, this Advisory covers 'what to do next?'
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
July 31, 2022
As digital assets continue to grow and evolve, the world of restructuring is facing the issue of how to deal with them.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
July 31, 2022
Under Government Regulation 71 of 2019 on the Implementation of Electronic Systems and Transactions, Electronic System Organizers ("ESO") are required to be registered with the Ministry of Communication and Informatics ("MOCI").
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
July 31, 2022
To clarify the tax obligations of financial technology providers and users in Indonesia, Indonesia's Minister of Finance ("MOF") issued MOF Regulation No. 69/PMK.03/2022 on the Income Tax and Value Added Tax on the Organization of Financial Technology.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
July 31, 2022
During the United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties, Thailand pledged to aggressively tackle climate change by setting a goal for carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero emissions by 2065.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
July 31, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. brings you the latest legal updates for July 2022.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 30, 2022
Zhong Lun acted as the PRC legal counsel for Virax in connection with its global offering and listing on Nasdaq.
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Taiwan
Formosa Transnational
July 28, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Brian Hsiang-Yang Hsieh authors this chapter from Taiwan.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
July 28, 2022
WongPartnership acted for Fraser and Neave and Frasers Property in their investment in the S$4.2 million Series A+ funding round of Ross Digital, a robotics and automatic company.
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Mozambique
PLMJ
July 28, 2022
Law 12/2022 (the "New Electricity Law") establishes a new general organization of the electricity sector and the legal rules for electricity supply activities.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
July 28, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is representing PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE: PBF) in connection with its acquisition of PBF Logistics LP (NYSE: PBFX).
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 27, 2022
The Delegated Regulation adopts Level 2 regulation on the sustainability-related disclosures in the financial services regulation, or SFDR, enters into force on January 1, 2023.
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 27, 2022
This newsletter covers new developments in banking and finance, capital markets, and insurance law in Angola for the 2nd quarter of 2022.
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France
Soulier Avocats
July 27, 2022
French car manufacturer Citroën can count on its chevrons, protected as a figurative trademark, to block new competitor Polestar. Insights on a two-stage legal battle and the distinctive signs that car manufacturers can use to protect their position and the related investments.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
July 26, 2022
Employers are considering a host of responses to the Dobbs decision, ranging from doing nothing to incorporating medical & travel benefits into existing plans to offering abortion services outside the confines of the group health plan. Most of these options present complex legal considerations.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
July 26, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is representing Intrepid Partners LLC ("Intrepid") in connection with the acquisition of Shell Midstream Partners LP ("Shell Midstream") by Shell USA Inc. ("Shell USA").
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July 25, 2022
Forty member firms participated in WLG’s second annual network-wide Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative during the month of June. Members completed environmentally themed projects in their communities including sustainability challenges, educational programs, planting and recycling, overall carbon reduction, park and beach...
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
July 25, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. ONG Pei Chin authors this chapter from Singapore.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
July 25, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Corey Omer and Léon H. Moubayed author this chapter from Canada.
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 25, 2022
Two laws were published to regulate the general framework for the prevention of corruption in the activity of companies.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
July 25, 2022
Douglas Goh Peng Fong, an Restructuring & Insolvency Practice Group associate, discusses whether a publicly listed company can apply for a judicial management order under Subdivision 2 of Division 8 (Corporate Rescue Mechanism) of Part III of the Companies Act 2016.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
July 24, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. brings you the latest legal updates for July 2022.
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
July 23, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Ciro Cameto, Diego Baldomir, María Noel Riotorto, and Santiago Peluffo author this chapter from Uruguay.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
July 22, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Charissa Naomi Witantra and Harris Syahni Toengkagie author this chapter from Indonesia.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 22, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Kent Woo authors this chapter from China.
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July 21, 2022
World Law Group members participated in the second-annual network-wide Corporate Social Responsibility initiative— WLG | impact , throughout the month of June. See how our members made a difference locally and around the globe.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
July 21, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Erick Palao and Juan Diego Ugaz author this chapter from Peru.
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Austria
CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz
July 21, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Oliver Werner and Rainer Wachter author this chapter from Austria.
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Poland
Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
July 21, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Jakub Kocuba and Michał Opala author this chapter from Poland.
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
July 21, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Kayra Üçer authors this chapter from Turkey.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
July 21, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is proud to play a critical role in helping banks serve low- to moderate-income areas that are often underbanked or unbanked.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
July 21, 2022
The Gulf of Mexico (GOM) has long been home to offshore energy development, but with President Biden's call to advance offshore wind development, a new change is potentially coming to the horizon—wind farms.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
July 21, 2022
Katy D. Carmical, a commercial real estate attorney who represents owners, developers, and investors in real estate transactions covering all asset types, with a focus on retail, office, life sciences, and healthcare, has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP's nationally recognized real estate practice as a partner in the firm's Dallas office.
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Guatemala
Arias
July 21, 2022
Government Agreement 179-2022 of the Ministry of Labor establishes the provisions to mitigate the spread of SARS COV-2 (COVID) in the workplace through occupational health and safety provisions that allow safe working conditions.
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Luxembourg
Arendt & Medernach
July 21, 2022
With the launch in January 2022 of a public consultation procedure on creating a national merger control regime, the government signaled its desire to draw level with the other EU Member States and introduce merger control in Luxembourg.
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USA
Arnold & Porter
July 21, 2022
Nineteen months after Congress first authorized the CHIPS for America Fund, and following months of unproductive conference committee negotiations, the Senate has moved Congress closer to funding a slimmed-down—albeit still massive—program to aid the expansion of domestic semiconductor manufacturing.
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Germany
CMS Germany
July 21, 2022
After numerous delays, the electronic certificate of incapacity for work is scheduled for introduction on January 1, 2023. What do employers in Germany need to consider?
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
July 21, 2022
The demand for renewable energies and green hydrogen throughout the world has brought a previously non-visible market to the eyes of investors. Argentina is in a critical position to receive investments from the energy sector and become a key supplier.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
July 21, 2022
On June 23, 2022, Royal Assent was granted to Bill C-191, an omnibus bill that implements significant amendments to the Canadian Copyright Act (the "Act").
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Greece
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
July 20, 2022
An introduction to the Non-Fungible Tokens and the Legal Concerns arising from them.
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Lithuania
Sorainen
July 20, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Darius Raulušaitis authors this chapter from Lithuania.
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 20, 2022
The National Bank of Angola ("BNA") has approved new rules which provide that capital operations executed by legal persons no longer require prior approval from the BNA.
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AZB & Partners
July 20, 2022
AZB & Partners (India) launched a Firm Wide CSR Fitness Initiative - AZB CSR Stepathlon, to support Charitable Foundations for the month of June 2022.
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Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
July 20, 2022
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Perez Abogados (Peru) coordinated another project with the parish of Shilla in Ancash to help the local community by helping with the construction of the Refugio Yerbac, a building that will be used to provide lodging services to tourists visiting the Huascarán National Park. The profits obtained from Refugio Yerbac will...
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Shearn Delamore & Co.
July 20, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. (Malaysia) will organize a tree-planting in partnership with an established organization in the 3rd quarter of 2022.
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Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
July 20, 2022
After strong participation last year, Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak (Poland) again asked employees to record their steps for ten days as a part of WLG | impact .
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Sorainen
July 20, 2022
Sorainen (Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania) dedicated its annual pro bono program for innovative projects—Shared Mission—to the environmental theme of WLG | impact .
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Pellerano Nadal
July 20, 2022
Member firm Pellerano Nadal (Dominican Republic) participated in a number of programs to help make a difference for WLG | impact .
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World Law Group
July 20, 2022
The WLG Staff Team participated in WLG | impact with multiple initiatives.
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TozziniFreire Advogados
July 20, 2022
TozziniFreire (Brazil) raised awareness of environmental issues during WLG | impact . The firm hosted an event— The firm hosted an event— Mobility in the 21st Century: Sustainable Practices and the Future of Automobiles . The initiative gathered several associates and administrative staff in a hybrid format.
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Santamarina y Steta S.C.
July 20, 2022
Santamarina y Steta (Mexico) worked hand in hand with Ecolana , a Mexican social organization seeking to make recycling available to everyone.
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Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 20, 2022
Peng Lv of member firm Zhong Lun (China) and a WLG | beyond borders participant made a local impact by cleaning up his community.
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Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
July 20, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP (Texas, U.S.A.) hosted an electronics recycling event June 21–28 in all US offices as part of the World Law Group's second annual network-wide Corporate Social Responsibility event.
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Locke Lord LLP
July 20, 2022
Locke Lord LLP (Massachussets, U.S.A.) participated in three service programs on June 20 in honor of Juneteenth, a holiday honoring the end of slavery in the U.S.
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Setterwalls
July 20, 2022
Setterwalls (Sweden) aims to become a carbon-neutral company and continues implementing process improvements to reach that goal.
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SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
July 20, 2022
Jumping off from its solid waste management initiatives in 2021, SyCipLaw (Philippines) partnered with Basic Environmental Systems and Management Inc. (BEST) to participate in its Trash to Cashback Program. As a part of WLG | impact , BEST set up a pop-up booth every week in June at the SyCipLaw building to collect recyclable materials from...
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CMS Belgium
July 20, 2022
CMS Belgium challenged team members to walk or bike to work and refrain from using their private motor vehicles as well as conserve energy within the office and at home.
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Mason Hayes & Curran
July 20, 2022
Mason Hayes & Curran (Ireland) hosted its annual Green Month initiative for WLG | impact to promote pan-firm engagement in environmentally sustainable practices by engaging in beach clean-ups, a no car day, vegfest, planting workshops, and a tree-planting day.
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VILAF
July 20, 2022
About one in seven people entering a hospital need blood, and just one pint of blood can save three lives. To help with this need, VILAF (Vietnam) held a blood drive for WLG | impact .
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Makarim & Taira S.
July 20, 2022
Makarim & Taira S. (Indonesia) planted 250 mangrove trees at the Mangrove Ecotourism Center PIK in Jakarta during the first week of June in collaboration with The Jakarta Mangrove Community.
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Herzog Fox & Neeman
July 20, 2022
In honor of World Environment Day and as part of WLG | impact ‘22 , Herzog Fox & Neeman (Israel) organized and officially launched an eco-friendly initiative - Herzog #Greenstyle.
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PLMJ
July 20, 2022
PLMJ (Portugal) is supporting Girl MOVE Academy, a grassroots leadership academy that creates innovative models of education to amplify talent, increase gender equality, and promote sustainable transformation through programs that focus on seeing, doing, and receiving mentorship.
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Taylor Wessing
July 20, 2022
Taylor Wessing (Germany) strongly believes in preserving our environment and planet. Since they kicked off their carbon reduction initiative last year, the firm has continuously promoted and planted trees to compensate for its carbon footprint.
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Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
July 20, 2022
Hergüner Bilgen Özeke (Turkey) distributed seeds to all members of the firm to plant.
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South Africa
ENS
July 19, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Steven Powell authors this chapter from South Africa.
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Estonia
Sorainen
July 19, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Georg Hiiesalu and Norman Aas author this chapter from Estonia.
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Gross Brown
July 19, 2022
Gross Brown (Paraguay) participated in several initiatives for WLG | impact . The firm partnered with Todo Pulmón Paraguay ONG to plant over 400 trees in its community.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
July 18, 2022
The Thai SEC plans to revise the regulations concerning ready-to-use utility tokens listed on the secondary market, including the listing rules, trading rules, and market surveillance.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
July 18, 2022
Today, the law firms Bruchou, Fernandez Madero & Lombardi, a leader in corporate legal advice, and Funes de Rioja & Asociados, a leader in corporate labor law, announced their integration to jointly provide their high value-added services with a "multiniche" strategy, which enhances the best of high specialization and integration of...
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Gowling WLG
July 18, 2022
Gowling WLG (England) held a biodiversity essay competition for university undergraduates.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
July 18, 2022
The Philippine Embassy in The Hague will recognize three Filipino judges and legal luminaries for their invaluable contribution to the international legal system — former Chief Justice Cesar C. Bengzon, Justice Florentino P. Feliciano, and Judge Raul C. Pangalangan — to be held today, July 19.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
July 17, 2022
The new Act Data Protection and Privacy of Telecommunication and Telemedia Services (TTDSG) has been in force in Germany since December 1, 2021.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
July 17, 2022
Taylor Wessing covers the latest trends for venture capital investments.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
July 17, 2022
The Office has released some guidance on the classification of items relating to "virtual goods" and "non-fungible tokens (NFTs)."
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France
Soulier Avocats
July 17, 2022
Law No. 2022-401 of March 21, 2022, designed to improve the protection of whistleblowers that will come into force on September 1, 2022, requires companies to update their whistleblowing systems.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 16, 2022
Zhong Lun Law Firm has worked extensively with Noah Holdings for a long time and reprised the role as the issuer's PRC legal adviser in this offering.
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China, Hong Kong
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 16, 2022
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC legal adviser to the joint sponsors in this offering.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 16, 2022
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC legal counsel to the issuer in this listing and offering project and provided legal services for the whole process.
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Latvia
Sorainen
July 15, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Krista Niklase and Violeta Zeppa-Priedīte author this chapter from Latvia.
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Belgium, Germany
CMS Belgium, CMS Germany
July 15, 2022
Under Article 22 of the EU Merger Regulation (EUMR), national competition authorities can request a referral to the Commission of any merger that does not meet the EUMR but affects trade between member states and significantly threatens to affect competition in the territory of the member state.
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Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP
July 14, 2022
Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners replants Greece with the help of donors.
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Castrén & Snellman
July 14, 2022
Castrén & Snellman (Finland) is incorporating climate clauses into the firm's model contracts.
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Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
July 14, 2022
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja recently launched Bruchou's Climate Action and Sustainable Business Platform is a new multidisciplinary legal team built on the firm's consolidated practice in energy law, environmental law, sustainable business, clean energies, green financing, compliance, and general advice on ESG. Following this launch as...
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Arnold & Porter
July 14, 2022
Arnold & Porter (Washington, D.C., U.S.A.) launched a Service Day Initiative across the firm. Offices competed to engage as many individuals and/or groups as they could to participate.
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Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
July 14, 2022
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC (South Korea) participated in cooperative projects involving community and environmental issues such as climate change and resource circulation.
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ENS
July 14, 2022
ENSafrica (South Africa) aligned its efforts with two United Nations goals: the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all and sustainably manage and protect life below water.
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Bech-Bruun
July 14, 2022
Starting in 2020, Bech-Bruun (Denmark) began compiling annual reports to monitor its environmental impact.
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Chandler MHM Limited
July 14, 2022
On May 28, co-managing partners and other representatives from Chandler MHM Limited (Thailand) visited Wat Tham Rong School in Phetchaburi Province, Thailand to provide a broad range of support.
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Formosa Transnational
July 14, 2022
Formosa Transnational (Taiwan) reevaluated its promotion of corporate social responsibility by using Taiwan's rules for public companies as a guide.
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Cuatrecasas
July 14, 2022
Cuatrecasas (Spain) implemented a training and knowledge development plan.
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CMS Switzerland
July 14, 2022
During WLG | impact , CMS von Erlach Partners Ltd. (Switzerland) decreased plastic bottle consumption by introducing reusable glass bottles to its offices.
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Japan
City-Yuwa Partners
July 14, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Akira Nagasaki, Naoyuki Kishimi, and Yasuyuki Kuribayashi author this chapter from Japan.
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Guyer & Regules
July 14, 2022
For its project, Guyer & Regules (Uruguay) partnered with No Más Colillas, an emergent organization that works to reduce cigarette waste in Uruguay.
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Faegre Drinker
July 14, 2022
Faegre Drinker (Illinois, U.S.A.) replicated and enhanced its garden program for WLG | impact.
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July 13, 2022
Country-by-country insights into anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations.
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 13, 2022
The State Budget Law for 2022 was published on June 27, 2022, and came into force the following day. SBL2022 is framed in a context of expectations for the country's economic recovery in what is hoped will be a post-pandemic period.
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 12, 2022
The list of extensions for the adaptation of municipal and inter-municipal introduces (new) rules on land classification and qualification contained in the Legal Framework for Territorial Management Instruments (Regime Jurídico dos Instrumentos de estão Territorial - "RGJIT").
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Taiwan
Formosa Transnational
July 12, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Brian Hsieh and Emily Hsu of Formosa share their thoughts on Taiwan.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
July 11, 2022
Although the Thai Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) provides general guidelines, supplementary regulations are being drafted to provide clarification and further details on the requirements of the PDPA.
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Arias
July 11, 2022
Arias (Costa Rica) completed a tree-planting activity in honor of WLG | impact.
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Arendt & Medernach
July 11, 2022
Arendt & Medernach (Luxembourg) streamlined its sustainability strategy by focusing on strong fundamentals: its people, the environment, innovation, and education.
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Alfaro Abogados
July 11, 2022
Alfaro-Abogados (Argentina) made an impact on the environment by encouraging employees to continue hybrid work to limit commutes to and from the office.
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China, Hong Kong
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 11, 2022
Zhong Lun acted as both the mainland and Hong Kong legal counsel to Xuan Wu Cloud in connection with its global offering and listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and provided comprehensive legal services throughout the IPO process.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
July 11, 2022
On May 11, 2022, the European Commission published a proposal for a new Council Directive providing for a tax-deductibility of notional interest on the growth of equity to tackle the tax bias in favor of debt funding.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
July 11, 2022
In the wake of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization that there is not a constitutionally protected right to terminate a pregnancy, employers are now faced with the daunting task of determining how this decision will impact their workforce and their benefits offerings.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
July 11, 2022
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network ("FinCEN") issued a notice of proposed rule-making in late 2021 related to proposed regulations requiring certain business entities to submit and report information concerning beneficial ownership.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 11, 2022
Zhong Lun provided legal services for the whole process of the offering.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 11, 2022
Zhong Lun assisted Beijing New Journey Healthcare Group Co., Ltd. ("New Journey") and other joint financial investors of Hengkang in investing in the reorganization and helped New Journey acquire the controlling interest in Hengkang.
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France
Soulier Avocats
July 10, 2022
As of August 1, 2022, companies will be entitled to pay their employees an annual purchasing power bonus exempt from income tax and social security contributions under certain conditions.
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Al Tamimi & Company
July 8, 2022
Al Tamimi & Company (UAE) created pieces of art using only waste materials. This project was done at each of the firm’s 15 locations.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
July 7, 2022
WongPartnership LLP is pleased to welcome Alessa Pang as a Partner of the Firm's Commercial & Corporate Disputes Practice. Alessa specializes in international arbitration and litigation.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
July 6, 2022
In a ruling issued on March 3, 2022, the German Federal Court has again raised the requirements for proving that a debtor, when making a payment, intended to disadvantage creditors.
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France
Soulier Avocats
July 6, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Claire Filliatre and Jean-Luc Soulier author this chapter from France.
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AZB & Partners
July 6, 2022
Affiliates of New Mountain acquire Emmes' ownership interests from Behrman Capital, the company's majority investor, and Emmes' other investors.
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India
AZB & Partners
July 6, 2022
Disney Star won the coveted IPL Indian sub-continent TV rights for Rs 23,575 crore (USD 2.95 billion) at a media rights auction.
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India
AZB & Partners
July 6, 2022
NIIF has invested $300 million (INR 2,250 crore) for a 22.5 percent stake in Hindustan Ports, a local arm of DP World.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
July 6, 2022
Among the Mexican government's measures to safeguard water is a series of regulations. These regulations aim to allow responsible exploitation, guarantee access to all people, and ensure that future generations will also have available water resources.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
July 6, 2022
Mexico can become the center of entrepreneurship and innovation in the region for the Cannabis industry, which translates into economic growth and business opportunities.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
July 5, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Poul Gade authors this chapter from Denmark.
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France
Soulier Avocats
July 5, 2022
The French Ministerial Statistical Department for Internal Security published a study on environmental damages for the first time.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
July 4, 2022
Growing environmental consciousness, surging gas prices, and reducing battery costs drive up interest in electric vehicles (EVs) in many countries, including Thailand. This briefing provides an overview of the regulatory environment.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
July 4, 2022
The atmosphere of uncertainty in the electricity sector has increased due to the lack of precision of the Court, affecting the rights and means of defense of individuals. The following is a review of the most important events related to the discussion of the Law of the electricity sector in Mexico.
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Mexico, Russia, Ukraine
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
July 4, 2022
February 24, 2022, went down in history as the turning point for dozens of multinational brands who, two weeks into the Ukraine-Russia war, are still looking for a solution that will sketch their position and leadership between morality and financial impact.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
July 3, 2022
On August 2, 2021, the Fiscal Incentives Review Board (FIRB) adopted Resolution No. 19-21, a temporary measure to support the recovery of registered business enterprises (RBE) during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 3, 2022
The High People's Court of Guangdong Province recently made a final judgment on the trademark infringement and unfair competition lawsuit that INSOMNIAC HOLDINGS, LLC filed against a club in Jiangmen City.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 3, 2022
Zhong Lun Law Firm helps "怡宝" and "C'estbon" trademarks obtain judicial certification and protection.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 3, 2022
Zhong Lun acted as PRC legal counsel for the issuer and provided comprehensive legal services throughout the whole process of the IPO and listing, including restructuring, listing counseling, filing, feedback, etc.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 3, 2022
Zhong Lun acted as legal counsel on the deal, providing full-process services.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
June 30, 2022
DanLog AS has divested ten logistic properties along the E45 to investment company Starwood Real Estate Investment Trust, Inc. The portfolio is unique, and the transaction was reported to be one of the largest of its kind in 2022.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
June 30, 2022
The US agricultural science company FMC Corporation has agreed that FMC's Danish subsidiary Cheminova A/S will acquire Danish BioPhero, Denmark-based pheromone research and production company.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
June 30, 2022
GR No. 23/2022 introduces new and stricter rules on the Board of Directors, the Board of Commissioners, and the Supervisory Board of BUMNs, including a new provision on professional hires in BUMNs. These provisions were drafted to improve the operation and development of BUMNs by improving their human resources.
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Norway
Schjødt
June 30, 2022
In this article, we use a recent judgment to illustrate the extent of limitations and the essential considerations in situations where an employee becomes a competitor.
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Norway
Schjødt
June 30, 2022
On June 3, 2022, the Norwegian Supreme Court handed down an important ruling regarding newspapers' right to publish photographs without the consent of the rights holder.
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Norway
Schjødt
June 30, 2022
Earlier this year, Schjødt held a seminar with Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd. ("Meta") on the legal framework for using Facebook Pages.
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Bahrain, United Arab Emirates
Al Tamimi & Company
June 30, 2022
Data privacy and security are issues with all devices connected to the ever-expanding Internet of Things (IoT). While data improves user experience across tech sectors, consideration must be given to the mechanisms put in place to control the collection and flow of personal information.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
June 29, 2022
This Q&A gives a high-level overview of trademark disputes, including how trademark infringement is assessed, the protection accorded to unregistered trademarks, invalidation proceedings, and the reliefs and remedies available in a registered trademark infringement action.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
June 29, 2022
The High Court ruled that it has no jurisdiction to injunct an application to recognize and enforce an arbitral award on the basis that there are no sums due and owing under the arbitral award.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
June 28, 2022
Several Washington lenders have assumed that loan advances secured by first-in-time deeds of trust maintain their lien priority over intervening liens. However, academics, title underwriters, and practitioners have long questioned whether this statute applied to all real estate-secured loans.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
June 28, 2022
Bech-Bruun has assisted the owners of SYBO Games on the sale of SYBO to Miniclip, owned by Chinese Tencent.
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France
Soulier Avocats
June 27, 2022
French Supreme Court recalled that the filing by the employer of the optional profit-sharing agreement after the 15-day period following its conclusion results in the loss of the right to social security exemptions for the first financial year.
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
June 27, 2022
A cap has been imposed on rental increase rates in Turkey in residential leases.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
June 27, 2022
There have been several changes to German consumer law lately. This article provides information on the most important innovations affecting B2C business.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 26, 2022
AMPA Orthodontics raised venture debt from Stride Ventures and Alteria Capital for a deal valued at US $14 million.
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Australia
MinterEllison
June 24, 2022
Safe Work Australia has announced amendments to the model WHS laws.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
June 24, 2022
Yesterday, June 23, 2022, The Biden Administration announced the launch of a Federal-State Offshore Wind Implementation Partnership ("Partnership") to expedite and foster the growth of wind energy, tackle the climate crisis, strengthen American energy security, and achieve the goal of deploying 30 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind by 2030.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
June 24, 2022
Bech-Bruun assists private equity fund One Equity Partners with the acquisition of a majority interest in pump manufacturer DESMI.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
June 23, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP advised the underwriters on an SEC-registered offering by NextEra Energy Capital Holdings, Inc. (NEE Capital).
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South Africa
ENS
June 23, 2022
The Minister of Health has repealed the National Health Act Regulations relating to the Surveillance and Control of Notifiable Medical Conditions ("NHA Regulations"). Many employers who have continued to implement mask-wearing in the workplace will be asking: "so, now what?"
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
June 22, 2022
In a claim against a primary school before the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC), a teacher alleged that she had been discriminated against by the school, which failed to reasonably accommodate her.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 22, 2022
Our June 2022 edition explores lookout circulars as a threat to personal liberty and looks at the interplay between the Income Tax Act & IBC 2016.
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Norway, Russia, Ukraine
Schjødt
June 22, 2022
On June 17, 2022, Norway adopted the EU's sixth sanction package. The package includes a gradual ban on imports from Russia of crude oil and refined petroleum products, with certain exceptions, and a SWIFT ban for three other Russian banks.
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France
Soulier Avocats
June 21, 2022
Although employees enjoy the right to freedom of expression within and outside the company, sexist comments made by an employee outside of their working time can justify a dismissal for serious misconduct.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 21, 2022
The Publication provides a critical analysis of the residuary jurisdiction of insolvency courts, given certain judicial pronouncements by Indian courts.
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
June 21, 2022
It is no secret that Argentina has been and is regularly subject to high inflation rates, thus rendering the merger control thresholds low, which in the past resulted in a significant problem for all stakeholders, including the Argentine Antitrust Agency, among others.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 20, 2022
The Insolvency Law Committee, set up by the Central Government, published its 5 th report on June 15, 2022, on various issues relating to the implementation of the (Indian) Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
June 20, 2022
CVC Capital Partners Fund VIII has entered into an agreement to acquire Visma's IT consulting business, which focuses on the digital transformation of its public and private customers.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
June 20, 2022
Faegre Drinker announced today that Ted Wolff has joined the firm as a partner in the environment and energy practice group in the New York office. For over 20 years, Wolff has counseled organizations on environmental issues in disputes and transactional matters.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 19, 2022
This alert gives an insight into the amendments proposed to the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, 2016 ('Code') and the rules and regulations thereunder.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 19, 2022
The Chapter analyzes the special situation funds regime recently introduced by the Securities and Exchange Board of India for investment in specific categories of non-performance loans and its key advantages.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 19, 2022
AZB & Partners advised Disney's Star India in connection with its recent bid for Media Rights for the next five seasons of the IPL.
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France
Soulier Avocats
June 16, 2022
French Supreme Court has clarified the criteria for assessing the disparity in the respective living conditions of spouses to determine the compensatory allowance.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
June 16, 2022
The European Union Intellectual Property Office published a 172-page "Study on the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Infringement and Enforcement of Copyright and Designs" (Study) on March 2, 2022. We outline the findings of the Study in several key areas.
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Australia
MinterEllison
June 16, 2022
MinterEllison continues to support employers across various industries to implement and defend COVID-19 safety risk control measures. In this case, we successfully worked with Wellways Australia to defend this unfair dismissal claim.
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India
Vaish Associates
June 16, 2022
This update relates to a ruling of the Supreme Court of India (CCE&ST vs. Northern Operating Systems Pvt. Ltd.) relating to the applicability of Service Tax on inter-company payment of salary and other expenses for seconded expatriate employees in India.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
June 16, 2022
Thai regulators continue to introduce initiatives to assist in developing the energy transition. As new technologies have the potential to give rise to currently unknown business models, regulatory flexibility is essential to encourage the growth of new enterprises.
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South Africa
ENS
June 16, 2022
In March 2020, much like all other professions, litigators had to adapt to a virtual world while also grappling with changing court directives and processes. However, with the National State of Disaster ending after a little over two years, for many, life appears to be returning to normal. What does this mean for litigators?
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Uganda
ENS
June 16, 2022
Despite the outrage following parliament's recent damning report on an agreement between the Government of Uganda and Vinci Coffee without consultation with local farmers, the government was not obliged by law to consult with stakeholders.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
June 16, 2022
Are there restrictions to the creative license when fiction meets reality? The High Court recently had to decide on whether a claim asserting defamation arising from a fictional drama could be sustained or ought to be disposed of.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
June 16, 2022
We are pleased to bring you the latest legal updates for June 2022, including news on the Minimal Curial Intervention, a revised policy on granting credit facilities, and Income Tax (The Principal Hub Incentive Scheme) Rules 2022.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
June 15, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP advised Duke Energy Corporation ("Duke Energy") in connection with SEC-registered offerings of (i) €600 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.10% Senior Notes due 2028 and (ii) €500 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.85% Senior Notes due 2034.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
June 15, 2022
To promote digital asset trade via licensed digital asset exchange platforms in Thailand, the Government of Thailand has recently issued tax relief measures.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
June 15, 2022
Mason Hayes & Curran analyze the space where the rules around automated decision-making intersect with the deployment of AI in connection with personal data.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
June 15, 2022
This unanimous decision will materially weaken, if not eliminate, the ability of parties to seek American-style discovery to prosecute or defend a private international arbitration.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
June 14, 2022
Bech-Bruun has assisted ActivumSG on the acquisition of KPC.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
June 14, 2022
The Superior Court of Québec recently published its reasons for approving Canada's first remediation agreement under the Criminal Code, Canada's version of a deferred prosecution agreement (DPA).
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Netherlands
CMS Netherlands
June 14, 2022
Further limitations may apply to Amsterdam hotels due to a new regulation capping tourism numbers.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
June 13, 2022
In a first-of-its-kind lawsuit filed in the Southern District of California last month, a handful of members of a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) called bZx DAO (bZx) commenced a class-action lawsuit against the founders.
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Norway
Schjødt
June 13, 2022
The Unitary Patent (UP) and the Unified Patent Court (UPC) will probably see the light of day by the end of 2022/beginning of 2023. In this article, we discuss how this will affect the market.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
June 13, 2022
In April 2022, the Office of Insurance Commission ("OIC"), the Thai insurance industry's regulator, issued a regulation concerning the rehabilitation of non-life insurance companies.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
June 12, 2022
Zhong Lun acted as PRC legal counsel for the issuer and provided comprehensive legal services throughout the whole process of the IPO and listing.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
June 12, 2022
WongPartnership LLP is delighted to announce that working with our colleagues, clients, and friends, we have helped raise over $388,000 for four charities.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 12, 2022
Issue of fresh equity shares and sale by the selling shareholders of eMudhra Limited aggregate to ₹4,127.86 million.
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USA, Russia, Ukraine, United Kingdom
Faegre Drinker
June 12, 2022
This legal update examines the impact that the ongoing war in Ukraine, and resulting sanctions, will have on the London Court of International Arbitration's caseload and asks if the conflict might signal the end of an era for Russian and Ukrainian litigants in the London commercial courts.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
June 12, 2022
Zhong Lun has provided complete legal services for the entire establishment process and Series A financing of Doma Biopharma.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
June 10, 2022
The percentage of eligible people who file claims in class action settlements should never be a taboo subject. Lawyers on both sides should discuss claim rates, and judges should look further to understand why fewer people than expected have stepped forward to claim settlement benefits.
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Argentina, Uruguay, Venezuela
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja, D'Empaire, Guyer & Regules
June 10, 2022
Three WLG member firms collaborated on the acquisition by the Werthein Group from AT&T of the Vrio Corp. business unit (DIRECTV Latin America, SKY Brasil, and DIRECTV GO).
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USA
Arnold & Porter
June 10, 2022
On May 25, 2022, the Department of Justice, acting on behalf of the Federal Trade Commission, sued Twitter for failing to adequately disclose its use of users' phone numbers and email addresses to send targeted advertisements. Twitter resolved the suit by agreeing to pay $150 million in civil penalties and implement several robust compliance...
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Poland
Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
June 10, 2022
Despite CBD's widespread use, marketing products with that ingredient still raise several legal issues. However, the recent judgments of the administrative courts in Poland have liberalized the requirements for marketing products with CBD.
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France
Soulier Avocats
June 9, 2022
Indications of origin and quality are valuable tools for local producers to promote the unique characteristics of their products as well as their traditional know-how. The time has come to expand the range of products covered.
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Uganda
ENS
June 9, 2022
Faced with a shortage of capital, Uganda has made a significant effort to attract foreign direct investment. Uganda has cast out generous tax incentives as bait to draw in the big fish of investment capital.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
June 8, 2022
The Malaysian chapter provides a pragmatic overview of, among others, the regulatory framework governing bribery and corruption, the authorities empowered to investigate and prosecute bribery, the civil and criminal consequences of bribery, and the protection of whistleblowers.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
June 8, 2022
Shearn Delamore & Co. is pleased to bring you the March 2022 issue of our quarterly Newsletter.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
June 8, 2022
In a newly published statement, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) presents the knowledge gaps and uncertainties regarding cannabidiol (CBD) as a novel food.
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Portugal
PLMJ
June 7, 2022
Order 7048/2022 was published on June 2 with the new lists of companies and other entities, except individuals whose tax situation will be monitored by the Large Taxpayers Unit (Unidade dos Grandes Contribuintes - "UGC").
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Australia
MinterEllison
June 7, 2022
Against the backdrop of a global pandemic and heightened market volatility, the last two and half years have delivered a record M&A boom in terms of deal volumes and values. In our Directions in public M&A report, we explore ten insights into deal activity, sectors to watch, and the outlook for M&A going forward.
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USA
Arnold & Porter
June 7, 2022
On June 1, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) signed a proposed rule that gives more authority to states and tribes to weigh in on and potentially block federally licensed or permitted projects, such as energy infrastructure projects.
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El Salvador
Arias
June 6, 2022
Arias explores the basics of a patent and its use in El Salvador.
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India
AZB & Partners
June 5, 2022
Our Senior Partner Vijayendra Pratap Singh, Partner Abhijnan Jha, and Senior Associate Tanmay Sharma have co-authored the India chapter "Legal Privilege in Domestic and International Commercial Arbitrations: Position of In-house legal counsel" for GAR'S Asia-Pacific Arbitration Review 2023.
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France
Soulier Avocats
June 5, 2022
In the context of increasing greenwashing practices, this article discusses the latest evolutions of the regulation that governs these practices.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
June 5, 2022
An ongoing global economic crisis persists in the wake of COVID-19 and disruptions to supply chains. As a result, business rehabilitations and reorganizations through the courts remain attractive options for financially distressed companies in Thailand.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
June 5, 2022
Zhong Lun acted for SAI.TECH as its PRC legal counsel in this transaction.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
June 1, 2022
Three of the legal industry’s most experienced IP and Life Sciences advisers will join forces when IP specialist Jeppe Brinck-Jensen is admitted as a new partner at Bech-Bruun on 1 June.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
June 1, 2022
On May 19, 2022, the Danish Parliament adopted an amendment to the Danish Subsoil Act (undergrundsloven), according to which a separate license scheme may be set up for CO2 storage pilot and demonstration projects.
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Australia
MinterEllison
May 31, 2022
The election of an Australian Labor Party government could see several regulatory changes introduced to strengthen Australia's modern slavery regime.
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Norway
Schjødt
May 31, 2022
An interesting judgment from the Oslo District Court regarding the right to social media platforms and profiles registered under a company's trademark, trademarks, and domains. The case illustrates how companies may seek legal actions to protect valuable trademarks and business names.
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Norway
Schjødt
May 31, 2022
Providers of online content-sharing services shall be liable for content uploaded by their users if such content infringes third parties' copyright or related rights.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
May 31, 2022
The North Sea's full offshore wind power potential is to be exploited. This was agreed upon by and between the Heads of Government and the Ministers of Energy from Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Germany at the North Sea Summit in Esbjerg, Denmark, on May 18, 2022.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
May 31, 2022
On May 3, 2022, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a 2-1 decision in In re A&D Interests, Inc. , No. 22-40039 (5th Cir. 2022), reversing the district court's order to provide notice to potential opt-in plaintiffs of the ongoing Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) "collective action."
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
May 31, 2022
Check out the May edition of TozziniFreire's Infrastructure & Energy newsletter, featuring hot topics about the Brazilian National Solid Waste Plan, news rules of the energy market, and more.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
May 31, 2022
Given continued volatility in global and domestic energy markets, the Thai government is taking active steps to facilitate private investment in Thailand's power generation infrastructure.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
May 31, 2022
This article will focus only on the tax implications of stock trading. Investors should be aware of three taxes related to trading stocks. These taxes are (i) income tax on gains arising from stock trading, (ii) stamp duty, and (iii) financial transaction taxes (specific business taxes).
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
May 31, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Raffaella Betti Berutto and Chiara Palombi share their views from Italy.
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Norway
Schjødt
May 31, 2022
A presentation of our new partners, Monica Mæland and Iselin Nybø.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
May 29, 2022
This briefing covers amendments to the Public Limited Companies Act (1992), which focuses on facilitating meetings via electronic means.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 29, 2022
Ms. Song Lei, senior counsel of Zhong Lun Law Firm, led the project team to represent a leading domestic Sino-foreign joint venture that had participated in the original investigation in response to the sunset review investigation.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 28, 2022
In this case, Zhong Lun's lawyers accurately grasped the legislative purpose of the prior use defense, fully researched relevant typical cases, and thereby successfully safeguarded the client's legitimate rights.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 28, 2022
Zhong Lun partner Dan He and associate Lu Chen provided full legal services for the series of cases that recently made it to the list of Top Ten Cases of Intellectual Property Rights Protection in Wuhan in 2021 by Wuhan Guild of Intellectual Property Services.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 28, 2022
The case has been selected by the Supreme People's Court of the PRC as one of the 2021 Top Ten IPR Cases & Top Fifty Typical IPR Cases of the PRC and announced by the High People's Court of Shanghai as one of the 2021 Model Cases of Shanghai Courts for Strengthening Intellectual Property Protection.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 28, 2022
This case provides an innovative method for judicial determination of infringement of font adaptation rights. It is also one of the font copyright infringement disputes in China where the copyright owner has received a relatively large compensation.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 28, 2022
Zhong Lun worked hard as a consultant to push forward the out-of-court debt restructuring efforts and achieve the desired results.
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China, Hong Kong
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 28, 2022
The Hong Kong office of Zhong Lun acts as the Hong Kong legal adviser to Yashili.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 28, 2022
Zhong Lun, as the issuer's counsel, provided legal services for the whole process of the listing, from share restructuring, private placement financing, and listing counseling to filing and feedback.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 28, 2022
As the legal advisor for the trustee of HNA Group Bankruptcy Rehabilitation Specialized Service Trust, Zhong Lun provided services for the entire process of the establishment of the trust.
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India
AZB & Partners
May 26, 2022
AZB & Partners advised Sekhmet Pharmaventures (a PAG, CX Partners, and Samara Capital consortium) on its recent acquisition of a controlling stake in Optimus Drugs.
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
May 25, 2022
Argentina authorized the granting of temporary residence for up to 180 days to those foreign nationals of countries that do not require a tourist visa to enter the Argentine territory to provide services remotely.
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India
AZB & Partners
May 25, 2022
AZB & Partners advised Bodhi Tree Systems on their recent US$ 600 Mn investment in Allen Career Institute, one of India's premier coaching institutes.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
May 24, 2022
On April 25, 2022, MyCC commenced a public consultation on the proposed amendments to the CA 2010 ("the Proposals"), inviting the public and relevant stakeholders to provide their views and feedback.
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France
Soulier Avocats
May 22, 2022
In a decision handed down on March 16, 2022, the French Supreme court made an important clarification to its case law regarding the reduction of the victim's right to compensation.
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India
AZB & Partners
May 22, 2022
AZB & Partners advised KKR on their proposed acquisition of a 9.99% stake in Shriram General Insurance Company Limited from Shriram Capital Limited.
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India
AZB & Partners
May 22, 2022
AZB & Partners advised Larsen & Toubro on the recent merger of its subsidiaries, Mindtree and Larsen & Toubro Infotech.
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India
AZB & Partners
May 22, 2022
AZB & Partners advised Holcim Group, Ambuja Cements, and ACC on the USD 10.5 billion sale of Holcim Group’s cement business in India to the Adani Group
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
May 21, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Ana Carolina Maciel Ribeiro de Almeida shares her view from Brazil.
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Argentina
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
May 17, 2022
Member firm Bruchou (Argentina) shared how their firm gets involved in CSR initiatives in a recent Q&A—"We have several internal policies that raise awareness of our commitment to reducing our environmental impact. We set up a Sustainability Commission with the purpose of implementing, promoting, and ensuring such policies are in line with...
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Luxembourg
Arendt & Medernach
May 16, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Philippe Schmit, Louisa Silcox, and Elise Wojciechowski share their views from Luxembourg.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
May 11, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Louise Patry and Arianna Yoffe share their views from Canada.
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May 5, 2022
The International Trade Group hosted a public webinar to discuss export controls and how the Ukraine situation affects them.
Panelists:
Mollie Sitkowski of Faegre Drinker (Illinois, USA)
David Morfesi of MinterEllison (Australia)
Michael Brüggemann of Taylor Wessing (Germany)
Moderator:
Vera Kanas of TozziniFreire...
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Portugal
PLMJ
March 31, 2022
The proposal for a directive on the recovery and resolution of insurance and reinsurance companies enshrines the no creditor worse off principle as provided for in the Bank Recovery and Resolution Directive ("BRRD").
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Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
March 30, 2022
World Law Group and Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados hosted a joint webinar on March 30, 2022, to discuss gender equality in law. The session was led by women who have contributed to supporting and empowering other women in WLG.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
March 28, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Karla Lini Maeji authors this chapter from Brazil.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 28, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Rebekka Krause authors this chapter from Germany.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 28, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on anti-corruption laws applicable to corporations. Ivan Szymanski authors this chapter from Mexico.
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Faegre Drinker, MinterEllison, Taylor Wessing, TozziniFreire Advogados
March 23, 2022
Panelists Michael Brüggemann of Taylor Wessing , David Morfesi of MinterEllison , and Mollie Sitkowski of Faegre Drinker discussed the evolution of international trade regulations in times of conflict; Vera Kanas from TozziniFreire moderated.
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March 10, 2022
The International Corporate Transactions Group met on March 10, where speakers Bob Bartell and David Blowers from Kroll provided insights into the debt and equity markets, valuation multiples, and the M&A market, including a forecast of current events' impact on them.
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Portugal
PLMJ
February 24, 2022
The European Commission has released the long-awaited proposal for a directive on corporate sustainability due diligence. Companies will be required to identify and, where necessary, prevent, eliminate or mitigate the adverse impacts of their activities on human rights
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England
Gowling WLG
February 23, 2022
Our Equity Capital Markets and Cannabis sector teams have advised pan-European medical cannabis company Kanabo Group Plc on its £13.5 million acquisition of The GP Service Limited, a UK based private primary care telemedicine provider.
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United Arab Emirates
Al Tamimi & Company
February 21, 2022
In the final installment of our Venture Capital video series, our Partner & Head of Corporate Commercial Abdullah Mutawi continues the conversation with Khaled Talhouni , Managing Partner, Nuwa Capital , Philip Bahoshy , Founder and CEO, MAGNiTT - Now Hiring! , Basil M. , General Partner, Global Ventures , and Prashant K. (PK)...
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
February 18, 2022
Executive summary of the main legal developments to watch in 2022.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
February 18, 2022
Interest of the financial services industry in environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters has surged in recent years driven mainly by rapid regulatory developments and the rising investors’ awareness about the climate change and sustainability aspects of their investments. The EU Commission was particularly eager to become a trendsetter...
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USA
February 17, 2022
Recent federal legislation seeks to address the ever-increasing demand for electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. On Nov. 15, 2021, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was signed into law. The IIJA specifically allocates $7.5 billion specifically for EV infrastructure programs and grants on a national level. In addition, on Nov....
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USA
Greenberg Glusker LLP
February 17, 2022
Environmental Partner, Brian Moskal, recently presented at Greenberg Glusker's CLE Last Dash series discussing key 2021 environmental law cases. View the video below to learn about four key environmental cases under CERCLA, the Clean Air Act, and the Clean Water Act that impact various industries.
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England
Gowling WLG
February 16, 2022
Key legislation entered into full force on January 4, 2022, with the potential to affect finance transactions. The National Security and Investment Act 2021 ( NSI Act ) introduces to the UK a new investment screening regime, which requires that certain types of transactions are notified to, and cleared by the Secretary of State for Business,...
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England
Gowling WLG
February 16, 2022
Framework agreements are widely used in the public sector as they offer a fast and cost effective method of procurement. Following on from its publication of " The Construction Playbook " in December 2020, the Cabinet Office commissioned a report into the use of construction frameworks in the public sector: " Constructing the Gold Standard: An...
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USA
Faegre Drinker
February 16, 2022
Section 145 of the Delaware General Corporation Law ( DGCL ) allows corporations to protect present and former directors and officers from expenses incurred in connection with proceedings arising from actions taken in service to the company or at the company’s direction. These rights apply to threatened, pending or completed lawsuits or...
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USA, USA - Texas
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
February 16, 2022
Hunton Andrews Kurth's Employment Partner Scott Nelson on a recent podcast episode of "Breaking it Down with Frank MacKay" talking about "The Great Resignation & The Hiring Crisis".
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Sweden
Setterwalls
February 16, 2022
According to the provisions in the European customs regulations, the Union Customs Code, it is stated that in the case of failure to comply with customs regulations at the moment of importation of goods into the EU, a customs debt is considered to have occurred towards the authorities. Liable for this customs debt is any person who knew or...
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
February 16, 2022
Derived from the tax reform to the Income Tax Law ("ISR") that came into force on January 1, 2022, new obligations were included to designate a legal representative in Mexico by a resident abroad in Article 174 of the ISR Law.
We believe that the imposition of such obligations can have a great impact on the application of the benefits...
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USA
Arnold & Porter
February 16, 2022
In light of the recent wave of states legalizing cannabis, the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) recently released “Clarifying Guidance” on how the personal use of cannabis, hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) products, and investments in cannabis-related companies may impact an individual’s security clearance eligibility.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
February 16, 2022
Technology Sector lead, Oisín Tobin gives a comprehensive overview of the key trends and legal issues we will likely see in the coming months. A must watch for anyone working in the technology sector.
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Israel
Herzog Fox & Neeman
February 16, 2022
Israel’s District Court has rejected the Tax Authority’s position and ruled that proceeds of credit risk insurance received in respect of the unpaid price for goods are not considered consideration in the sale transaction and the seller can issue “VAT credit notices”
The Central District Court – Lod recently heard joint appeals dealing with a...
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South Africa
ENS
February 15, 2022
South Africa’s Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, is to deliver his maiden budget speech on 23 February. After almost two years since South Africa declared a State of Disaster in light of the COVID-19 pandemic the economic outlook for South Africa remains constrained. This is due to low economic growth, growing unemployment rates and...
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South Africa
ENS
February 15, 2022
On 20 December 2021, the Anti-Global Base Erosion (“ GloBE ”) Rules were released by the OECD. Also known as Pillar Two, the rules are designed to ensure that large multinational enterprises (“ MNEs ”) pay a minimum level of tax on income arising in each jurisdiction in which they operate.
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Sweden
Setterwalls
February 15, 2022
Energy storage and grid stability are among the most important issues in the new energy world. Energy storage systems have the potential to play a key role in integrating renewable energy into the power grid. However, the usage of energy storage, for example by using a battery, is not explicitly dealt with in the Swedish Electricity Act. As...
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
February 14, 2022
Regulation (EC) No. 1924/2006, also known as the Nutrition and Health Claims on Food Regulation, became binding and directly applicable to all EU Member States on July 1, 2007. The Regulation allowed food products bearing non-compliant trademarks or brand names, existing before January 1, 2005, to be marketed until January 19, 2022.
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Switzerland
CMS Switzerland
February 14, 2022
Member firm CMS von Erlach Partners shared their number one tip for doing business in Switzerland — Be on time! There is more to Switzerland than chocolate, cheese, mountains, watches, and banks: Excellent infrastructure; first-class education and health systems; and clusters of expertise in micro-mechanics, MedTech, life sciences, commodity...
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
February 14, 2022
New laws governing AI are on the horizon that will bring about significant change for businesses relying on AI. Negotiations remain ongoing but it is clear, including from a European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS)/European Data Protection Board (EDPB) joint opinion last year, that privacy considerations will need to be at the forefront of...
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USA
Greenberg Glusker LLP
February 14, 2022
Why can sports gambling sites, beer and alcohol brands, and crypto companies advertise during the Super Bowl when cannabis companies cannot? Greenberg Glusker’s Steve Stein, Alexa Steinberg, and Priya Sopori look at one cannabis company’s attempt to generate a discussion about these issues by trying to advertise during the Super Bowl.
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World Law Group
February 11, 2022
Soledad Matteozzi of Thinking Beyond Business spoke recently to World Law Group’s Corporate Social Responsibility Forum to help answer these questions. View the recording, read the recap and check out the presentation from the forum's meeting.
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Australia
MinterEllison
February 11, 2022
A new Fair Work Commission recommendation provides helpful guidance for employers wanting to collect vaccination status information from employees to support workplace vaccination mandates.
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USA
Arnold & Porter
February 10, 2022
Big data, beware. In 2021, we saw increased collaboration between antitrust and data protection regulators concerned with companies amassing and using personal data for commercial purposes. That trend is here to stay: European regulators aim to continue and expand on these enforcement efforts in 2022, especially against technology companies...
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Australia
MinterEllison
February 9, 2022
Our Pro Bono and Community Investment report 2021 outlines our extensive involvement and reminds us all that by working together, collectively, we are a stronger community.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
February 8, 2022
We are pleased to announce the release of our Public M&A Report for 2021.
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USA
Miller & Martin PLLC
February 8, 2022
On Friday, February 4, 2022, President Biden signed an Executive Order on Use of Project Labor Agreements (“PLAs”) for federal construction projects. The logic behind the Executive Order is that construction projects pose unique challenges: 1) construction employers do not typically have a permanent workforce, making it difficult to predict...
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Formosa Transnational
February 7, 2022
Taiwan's Bureau of Foreign Trade (BFT) issued resolution No. 17 regarding the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Honduras and Taiwan. After the two nations notified each other that the necessary domestic procedures were completed, the resolution came into effect on January 14, 2022.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
February 7, 2022
As reported by Tom’s Guide, Sony is currently working on a successor to the PlayStation VR ( “PSVR” ). Although Sony has not provided many official updates about the new PSVR, a patent application filed on Feb. 26, 2021 may reveal details about a possible new controller.
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Finland
Castrén & Snellman
February 7, 2022
The Legal 500's brand new Global Green Guide series puts a spotlight on law firms across the globe for their contribution to a green transition.
It explores firms’ work for clients in connection with climate change mitigation and sustainability, while also highlighting their own internal best practices and initiatives.
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USA
Miller & Martin PLLC
February 5, 2022
The Georgia legislature is considering a new exemption to the state’s longstanding franchise laws against vehicle manufacturers selling directly to consumers. Senate Bill 398 is currently before the Georgia State Senate. If adopted, it would expand the limited 2015 exception granted to certain manufacturers of electric vehicles.
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United Kingdom
Gowling WLG
February 3, 2022
The popularity of cryptocurrencies and other cryptoassets continues to grow. Major brands like PayPal now include the facility for users to buy, sell and hold selected cryptoassets, while the pandemic has provided additional impetus, as consumers move to virtual payments and society becomes more cashless. Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have emerged...
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Saudi Arabia
Al Tamimi & Company
February 3, 2022
Following the new Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) guidance on Review and Approval of AI and Big Data-Based Medical Devices, our expert lawyers from our Healthcare & Life Sciences sector group, along with our Digital & Data practice, Nick O'Connell and Christina Sochacki, Esq. , discuss the basis on which Big Data and AI-based...
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Sweden
Setterwalls
February 2, 2022
The Swedish taxation of individuals is based on the individual’s residential status, i.e. individuals considered to be Swedish residents are subject to unlimited tax liability on their worldwide income, whereas non-residents are taxed only on Swedish source income, i.e. individuals with a limited tax liability.
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Gianni & Origoni
February 1, 2022
On 27 January 2022, Law Decree No. 4, known as the “Sostegni-ter Decree”, (the “ Decree ”) was published in the Italian Official Journal and entered into force on the same date, in order to mitigate, among others, the impact of the recent energy price increases and to protect consumers. One of the most significant measures introduced by the...
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USA
Greenberg Glusker LLP
February 1, 2022
The science, guidance, and regulations related to workplace safety policies for the COVID-19 pandemic are constantly changing (goodbye federal vaccine mandate!). As employers struggle to keep up, they are confronted with the decision of what safety policies to adopt, including, for many, whether to require their employees be vaccinated against...
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
February 1, 2022
On January 27, 2022, Law Decree No. 4, known as the “Sostegni-ter Decree”, (the “Decree”) was published in the Italian Official Journal and entered into force on the same date, in order to mitigate, among others, the impact of the recent energy price increases and to protect consumers. One of the most significant measures introduced by the...
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Israel
Herzog Fox & Neeman
January 31, 2022
Turnover Filing Threshold for Mergers Will Be Increased From NIS 10 Million to NIS 20 Million; No Abbreviated Forms, Merger Notification Forms Will Be Replaced by a Cumbersome Uniform Form; The ICA Published a Call for Input from the Public Regarding the Analysis of Conglomerate Mergers.
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USA
January 28, 2022
Member firm Greenberg Traurig (Florida - U.S.A.) shared new, exciting initiatives within their firm in a recent Q&A. Over the past decade, but with tremendous acceleration since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, traditionally New York-based clients, including major private equity firms, have been moving their operations to South Florida....
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
January 28, 2022
Tax form 720: The Court of Justice of the European Union has issued a judgment on the obligation to report overseas assets and rights.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
January 27, 2022
There are many sources of risk and liability when using AI. These can range from intellectual property rights, GDPR, the impending AI Regulation, sector specific regulatory requirements and even equality legislation. Contracting for AI, however, is about voluntary risk allocation and the approach taken to this can vary widely. As contracting...
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
January 27, 2022
The approval of the draft bill amending the Insolvency Act will bring about a significant change to restructuring transactions and will facilitate the sale of business units. With the reform of the law, creditors will be able to agree and impose a restructuring plan on other creditors and the debtor's shareholders. In addition, new money,...
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
January 27, 2022
EU Member States should have transposed the EU Whistleblower Directive (“EUWD”) into national law by December 17, 2021. Like many other EU Member States, the German legislator has let this implementation deadline pass. Many companies, especially those that have not yet implemented a whistleblower system at all, are therefore faced with an...
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
January 25, 2022
The overarching global trend remains the energy transition generally and counteracting climate change. This will see the continuation of the same business opportunities and threats that faced our clients in 2021 and plenty of policy and legislative changes for clients to grapple with. In particular Ireland’s climate action plan has a timetable...
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Taiwan
Formosa Transnational
January 24, 2022
Taiwan's Legislative Yuan passed amendments to Article 27-1 and Article 30 of the Act for Gender Equality in Education (Act) on January 5, 2022. Before the 2022 amendment, Article 27-1 of the Act stipulated that schools are required to check to ascertain whether teachers or non-teaching workers have ever committed sexual assault, harassment, or...
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Finland
Castrén & Snellman
January 21, 2022
As a general rule, tenderers participating in public procurements have the right to form a consortium and submit a tender as a joint offer to meet the requirements of the competitive tendering. Small companies, in particular, may find it difficult to tender for products or services alone.
By combining resources with a competitor, it might,...
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
January 19, 2022
Under a process known as Sunset Review, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) will be abolished in 2023 unless a bill is passed in the 88th Texas Legislative Session reauthorizing the agency.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
January 17, 2022
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. David Woolf of Faegree Drinker shares his view from the USA.
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Taiwan
Formosa Transnational
January 17, 2022
Taiwan's NCC commissioners approved the legal framework for the draft Digital Communications Act (“Act”) on December 29, 2021. The draft Act contains 11 chapters, four of which stipulate obligations to be imposed on providers of intermediary services, hosting services (which might include Google Drive, Dropbox, and other cloud storage service...
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
January 13, 2022
Law no. 234/2021 (Budget Law 2022), art. 1, paragraphs 224 - 238, introduced, among many other new provisions, a procedure for prior information and consultation, both at trade union and political/ministerial level, aimed at "guaranteeing occupational and productive protection" in the event of closure and definitive shutdown of business...
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England
Gowling WLG
January 7, 2022
The Legal Board of Appeal of the European Patent Office (EPO) has affirmed the decision of the Receiving Section that a patent application cannot succeed where the designated inventor is not a person, but an Artificial Intelligence (AI) machine .
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USA
January 4, 2022
Going shopping, cross-border, deSPAC to fund an acquisition, ESG, and looking green are trends to watch.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
January 3, 2022
Through Supreme Decree N° 398-2021-EF, the Peruvian Government updated the value of the Peruvian Tax Unit for the year 2022 to PEN 4600.00. Hence, the value of the financial thresholds in Law N° 31112, a Law that establishes the prior control of concentrations operations, has also been updated.
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Israel
Herzog Fox & Neeman
December 22, 2021
Member firm Herzog Fox & Neeman (Isarel) shared new, exciting initiatives within their firm in a recent Q&A. The firm has two new initiatives— Herzog Strategic, which offers strategic consulting in technology, innovation, and cybersecurity, and Cytactic, which provides cyber crisis management and readiness services. Learn more about...
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Australia
MinterEllison
December 21, 2021
Recent developments are creating new opportunities for carbon markets to provide a supporting role in achieving emission reduction targets. These developments also reflect an ever-increasing interest in carbon markets, and the role they can play in assisting organizations to meet their emission reduction objectives.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
December 20, 2021
Member firm Cuatrecasas shared their insights on the current business climate in Spain, inbound and outbound investment trends, and the prime investment opportunities —"The economy will improve, with high growth rates starting in the second quarter of 2022, aided by an international environment with ambitious demand policies and the influx of...
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Bruchou & Funes de Rioja, Taylor Wessing
December 9, 2021
Members of WLG's Compliance & Investigation Group hosted a panel discussion on the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act and what it means for companies in Latin America.
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Bae, Kim & Lee LLC, City-Yuwa Partners, MinterEllison, WongPartnership LLP
December 8, 2021
Members of WLG's Compliance & Investigation Group hosted a panel discussion on Internal Investigations in the Asia-Pacific Region. We heard from member firms in Australia, China, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, and Vietnam.
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USA
Locke Lord LLP
December 3, 2021
Member firm Locke Lord LLP shared their insights on the current US business climate, inbound and outbound investment trends, and the prime investment opportunities in Massachusetts—"Massachusetts' wealth of medical schools and prestigious higher education institutions have formed the basis of a thriving biotech ecosystem, which continues to...
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Finland
Castrén & Snellman
December 1, 2021
The EU is currently debating harmonized rules for artificial intelligence in the form of a legislative project aimed at making sustainable AI concrete. Finnish Parliament has also recently taken a position on the Commission’s proposed regulation. Clearly, this is a particularly relevant topic to designers and developers of AI systems.
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World Law Group
November 30, 2021
World Law Group's first network-wide Corporate Social Responsibility initiative took place ts at the end of September and the beginning of October. Our member firms organized a variety of projects centered around our environmental theme. Read a brief synopsis of the many projects.
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Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia
Sorainen
November 29, 2021
We advised Taaleri SolarWind II fund, managed by Taaleri energia , and investment company Atsinaujinančios energetikos investicijos, managed by Lords LB Asset Management , on acquiring three wind farms from European Energy , a Danish renewable energy company. This is the largest acquisition in the wind energy sector in the Baltics this year.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
November 19, 2021
Bech-Bruun advises J.P. Morgan, Nordea, SEB and Danske Bank in connection with their underwriting of the rights issue in Alm. Brand intended to raise gross proceeds of approx. DKK 10.5 billion to finance Alm. Brand’s purchase of Codan’s Danish business.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
November 19, 2021
DoorDash, Inc. will acquire Wolt Enterprises Oy in a transaction valued at approximately EUR 7.0 billion (approx. DKK 52 billion). Closing is subject to customary closing conditions for transactions of this type, including applicable regulatory approvals.
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
November 18, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Kayra Ücer and Melike Gençalp share their insights from Turkey.
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November 12, 2021
I co-head WongPartnership LLP’s Corporate Governance & Compliance Practice, which advises directors, board committees and management on their duties and responsibilities under Singapore law, and on corporate governance best practices and strategies. We act for corporate and financial institutions in a range of governance matters, as well as...
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
November 8, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Santiago Madalena shares his view from Uruguay.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
November 7, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Suganthi Singam of Shearn Delamore & Co. shares her view from Malaysia.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
November 6, 2021
The General Division of the High Court of Singapore (“High Court”) has found that, even where a tenant does not have a contractual right to terminate a lease agreement, such an agreement can be terminated or, in the alternative, discharged by frustration due to the COVID-19 restrictions implemented
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South Korea
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
November 5, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. A look at South Korea.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
November 5, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Michael Pils shares his views from Germany.
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Belgium
CMS Belgium
November 5, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Gaël Chuffart of CMS Belgium shares his views for Belgium.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
November 4, 2021
Our Employment and Administrative Law partner, Vijayan Venugopal, was a guest speaker on the Employment Law Alliance podcast series — Employment Matters on “Travel Tuesdays: Doing Business in Malaysia”.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
November 4, 2021
Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC legal advisor for the issuer in this offering.
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United Arab Emirates
Al Tamimi & Company
November 4, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Ivor McGettigan shares his insights from the UAE.
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Paraguay
Gross Brown
November 4, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Sigfrido Gross Brown, Sol Avalos, and Kamila Gimenez share their views from Paraguay.
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Israel
Herzog Fox & Neeman
November 4, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Keren Assaf shares her views from Israel.
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Setterwalls, Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak, Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
November 4, 2021
Setterwalls have on behalf Wallenius Lines - active in the global shipping industry and specifically the international car and Ro-Ro segment – contacted not less than nine WLG firms in relation to competition law advice in connection with the establishment of the joint venture.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
November 3, 2021
David Moalem and Kristoffer Probst Larsen, Bech-Bruun, have recently contributed a chapter on virtual currencies and the regulatory framework in Denmark in the 4 th edition of The Virtual Currency Regulation Review published by Law Business Research Ltd.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
November 2, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Waree Shinsirikul shares her thoughts from Thailand.
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Norway
Schjødt
November 1, 2021
The NDPA fines companies for lack of access control, GDPR non-compliance, insufficient processing security and unlawful credit rating,
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Shearn Delamore & Co.
November 1, 2021
We are pleased to bring you the latest legal updates for October 2021.
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Norway
Schjødt
November 1, 2021
In the wake of a judgment by Frostating Court of Appeal on the use of trade secrets by a former employee, there has been a debate about the judgment and the protection of trade secrets.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
November 1, 2021
SyCipLaw’s Tax Department prepared a TIPS bulletin for the month of October. The briefing was prepared by SyCipLaw Tax Department lawyers headed by Carina C. Laforteza.
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Japan
City-Yuwa Partners
November 1, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Yasuyuki Kuribayashi and Yuki Takahashi share their views from Japan.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 31, 2021
Zhong Lun’s partner Shi Bisheng and his team provided full legal services for all eight patent infringement lawsuits and corresponding patent invalidation proceedings.
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Hong Kong
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 31, 2021
The team led by partner Huo Wei provided legal services to the Clients throughout the entire process of this case.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 31, 2021
In this article, we aim to briefly introduce and illustrates the burning issues and significant aspects in the PIPL which will most likely impact to a great extent INGOs' international cooperation and operations in China.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 31, 2021
As the bankruptcy administrator of Huakang, Zhong Lun made a comprehensive inventory of and recovered the assets of the company, solving the long-standing problems of management difficulties of the unfinished shopping mall.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
October 31, 2021
The Democratic effort to enact President Biden’s agenda has taken a rather convoluted path in terms of initiatives, price tag, and revenue-raising provisions. One proposal that has seen much political ping pong in recent months creates new limitations on Internal Revenue Code Section 1202.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
October 31, 2021
You are invited to join this webinar entitled “Doing Business in ASEAN: Why Malaysia Should Be Your Choice” on 2nd December 2021, Thursday at 4:00pm (Malaysian time), jointly organised by Shearn Delamore & Co. and Malaysia South-South Association (MASSA).
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 31, 2021
Zhong Lun partner Nafisa Nihmat is recommended on the "2021 ALB China Top 15 Female Lawyers" list released by Asian Legal Business on October 20, 2021.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
October 29, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Ronald Mark C. Lleno shares his views from the Philippines.
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Soulier Avocats, Taylor Wessing
October 27, 2021
World Law Group's Compliance & Investigations Group met for a Zoom meeting where panelists discussed whistleblowing as part of corporate compliance and the legal requirements in the EU. Dr. Rebekka Krause, Fabien Pomart and Kayra Ücer give you an overview for Germany, France and Turkey.
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Finland
Castrén & Snellman
October 27, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Outi Tähtinen shares her views from Finland.
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Japan
City-Yuwa Partners
October 26, 2021
What are the top investment sectors in Japan right now? Member firm City-Yuwa Partners shared their insights—the top sectors for investment in Japan are quite diverse, ranging from transport machinery and its parts, electronics, foods, chemicals, healthcare, energy, real estate, and aviation, all the way to shipping and transport. Learn more...
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India
AZB & Partners
October 25, 2021
AZB recently advised Reliance New Energy Solar on their proposed acquisition of a 40% stake in Sterling and Wilson Solar Limited (SWSL), through a combination of primary investment and secondary purchase
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USA
Lane Powell PC
October 25, 2021
The Washington Department of Ecology has taken the formal step of designating the family of manufactured chemicals called per- and polyfluoroalkyl compounds as hazardous substances — these compounds have been the subject of increasing regulatory scrutiny.
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 25, 2021
Member firm Soulier Avocats shared valuable insight into the current business climate and economy in France—"As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, France has just launched a national Recovery and Resilience Plan as part of NextGenerationEU , i.e., the European Union’s plan for emerging stronger from the COVID-19 crisis. France’s Recovery and...
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
October 22, 2021
Member firm Herguner is committed to the further development of corporate governance and ethical business practices in Turkey. "Our firm assumes a pioneering role in the sector and our partners act voluntarily on the management of various governance associations in addition to having established some of them. These organizations include the...
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Poland
Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
October 20, 2021
Human intelligence has developed over thousands of years. Meanwhile, AI, including deep learning algorithms, is the result of just a few decades of work and development. There is no doubt that this snowball cannot be stopped. Artificial intelligence already has a huge impact on key areas of the economy.
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India
AZB & Partners
October 13, 2021
AZB advised Blackstone Capital Partners on the Indian aspects of their proposed acquisition of majority stake in VFS Global.
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India
AZB & Partners
October 13, 2021
The AZB team comprised our Senior Partner Vaidhyanadhan Iyer , Partner Vasudha Asher , Counsel Apeksha Mattoo and Associates Farah Titina , Rhea Purohit and Prerna Saroha . The team was assisted by Partner Bharat Budholia and Associate Varun Thakur on competition law issues; and by Partner Ashish Pareek on sector-specific advice.
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Norway
Schjødt
October 12, 2021
It is crucial for early-stage life sciences companies to ensure that they have title to the inventions which they rely upon. All early-stage life science companies should be able to document an unbroken chain of title to their inventions.
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Colombia
Philippi, Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & UrÌa
October 12, 2021
Member firm Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría share their insight into the current Colombian economy and fiscal reform in this recent Q&A.
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Norway
Schjødt
October 7, 2021
The Norwegian newspaper VG published several news stories about the law firm Rogstad and used photographs from Rogstad's webpage and an employee's Facebook to illustrate the news stories.
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India
AZB & Partners
October 6, 2021
AZB represented Footpath Ventures for its investment as part of the USD 570 million fund raise by Meesho at near USD 5 billion valuation.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
October 6, 2021
The chapter covers the Industrial Relations (Amendment) Act 2020, terms of employment, restrictive covenants, data privacy law, foreign workers, collective relations, termination of employment, employment disputes and dispute resolution.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
October 6, 2021
These two books explore amongst other issues, reciprocal provisions in other jurisdictions and the long awaited ascension of Malaysia subscribing to the Madrid Protocol setting itself in alignment with most IP savvy jurisdictions in the world.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
October 6, 2021
Learn about changing employment laws, new employer obligations, industry trends, and best practices to respond to the ever-changing workplace landscape in Lane Powell’s ever-popular 9-Part “Best Practices for Best Employers™” Labor and Employment Law webinar series, running October 6 through December 8. This free webinar series is ideal for...
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USA
Miller & Martin PLLC
October 6, 2021
Tom Harrold, of Miller & Martin, along with the Board of Directors, Executive Team, Managers, Staff and Partners attended the ceremony which was followed by a reception and dinner. The Miller & Martin team, led by Matt Jannerbo, represented Scenic Land Investments III, L.P. in the $178,925,000 bond offering to fund the construction of...
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
October 5, 2021
Cuatrecasas is advising private investment firm Bain Capital Private Equity on acquiring aero engine manufacturer ITP Aero from Rolls-Royce for approximately €1.7 billion.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
October 5, 2021
Ransomware is a national security issue that affects all sixteen critical infrastructure sectors, including the transportation and healthcare sectors.
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China, Denmark
Bech-Bruun, Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 5, 2021
In cooperation with Zhong Lun Law Firm, Bech-Bruun assisted China International Marine Containers Group (CIMC) in connection with its acquisition of Maersk Container Industry (MCI).
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
October 5, 2021
As the COVID-19 pandemic had a dramatic impact on the demand for power, the renewable energy sector will have to adapt to the new policies governing the feed-in-tariff introduced by policymakers, especially with respect to the Renewable Energy Resource Support Mechanism that have been anticipated.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 4, 2021
The German Act on the Stabilisation and Restructuring Framework for Business came into force on 1 January 2021.It provides the first pre-insolvency restructuring framework for the reorganisation of companies facing "imminent illiquidity" and the possibility of involving dissenting creditors.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
October 3, 2021
Our Dispute Resolution partners, Rabindra S. Nathan, Rodney Gomez, K. Shanti Mogan and Alexius Lee have co-authored the Malaysian chapter of the Chambers Global Practice Guides: International Arbitration 2021.
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 3, 2021
When a part-time employee exceptionally works more than 35 hours in a week, his/her contract must be reclassified as a full-time contract, even if the number of working hours provided for in his/her contract is fixed on a monthly basis.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
October 2, 2021
SyCipLaw’s Tax Department prepared an International TIPS bulletin for the month of September. The briefing was prepared by SyCipLaw Tax Department lawyers headed by Carina C. Laforteza.
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WongPartnership LLP
September 29, 2021
In our latest issue of Law Watch, we cover recent deals and matters that WongPartnership was involved in, as well as our take on certain significant decisions of the Singapore Court of Appeal.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
September 27, 2021
Cuatrecasas has advised JC Flowers & Co. on selling Vall Banc to Crèdit Andorrà. The transaction—whose formalization is subject to approval by the authorities—marks an important step toward consolidating the Andorran financial system.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
September 27, 2021
Our Employment and Administrative Law partner Suganthi Singam, was a guest speaker on Employment Law Alliance (ELA) podcast series - Employment Matters on “The Impact of COVID-19 on Immigration and Employment Policies in Malaysia”.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
September 27, 2021
Several new registers have been created in the current year. The following sets out an overview of which registers should be consulted as part of the due diligence process for tech deals:
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
September 27, 2021
On September 23, 2021, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) provided detailed guidance directed at the marketing practices of Crypto-Trading Platforms (CTPs).
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
September 21, 2021
The Cuatrecasas Foundation has announced the fourth edition of the Manuel Olivencia Award for Good Corporate Governance in recognition of the best corporate governance practices by Spanish listed companies.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
September 20, 2021
Our Commercial & Corporate Disputes Practice Partners Wendy Lin and Chong Wan Yee Monica acted for the successful appellants before the Court of Appeal in two recent judgments arising from an application to set aside two International Chamber of Commerce arbitral awards.
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India
AZB & Partners
September 20, 2021
Member firm AZB & Partners shared some valuable insight into the current business climate in India—"The Indian Government has undertaken several measures to strengthen the economy through a combination of short-term, medium-term, and long-term measures and as part of its recent budget has introduced programs to address various...
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
September 16, 2021
Cuatrecasas has advised Agrolimen and GBfoods on acquiring the remaining 49% of GBfoods Africa’s share capital and on winding up the joint venture with Helios Investment Partners.
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France
Soulier Avocats
September 14, 2021
The French Data Protection Authority imposed on AG2R LA MONDIALE a 1.75 million euros fine for failing to comply with the obligations under the General Data Protection Regulation regarding data retention periods and information to be provided to individuals.
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India
Vaish Associates
September 9, 2021
When it comes to the business climate in India, member firm Vaish describes an economic upturn in this recent Q&A—"The business climate in India is currently the best it has ever been. India has had a stable government since 2014, which has steadfastly focused on improving the ease of doing business in India, which steps have propelled...
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
September 2, 2021
Respectful, trustworthy, and inclusive—the three words that describe member firm Makarim & Taira (Indonesia). For the past few years, the firm has focused its CSR program on the community of young people with Down’s Syndrome and has been collaborating with Ikatan Syndroma Down Indonesia (ISDI) through various initiatives including an...
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
September 1, 2021
The Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (SGX) announced its rules to enable SPACs to list on the Mainboard of the SGX. With this framework, companies have yet another capital markets avenue to a listing on the SGX.
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
August 31, 2021
Knowledge, experience, and expediency—the three words that describe member firm Alfaro-Abogados (Argentina). When it comes to foreign investment in Argentina, Alfaro-Abogados knows the importance of understanding political and #economic scenarios to anticipate changes in the legal framework and determine the impact of those changes on the...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
August 30, 2021
Professional, enterprising, and inclusive—the three words that describe member firm Zhong Lun (China). In this recent Q&A, Zhong Lun explains their recently expanded Regulatory Compliance Practice Group to keep up with the changing dynamics and client needs in China. They have also set up numerous committees to focus on key industry sectors...
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Herzog Fox & Neeman, TozziniFreire Advogados
August 25, 2021
ENSafrica and Makarim & Taira S....
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Dominican Republic
Pellerano Nadal
August 25, 2021
Collaborative, practical, and client-oriented—the three words that describe member firm Pellerano Nadal (Dominican Republic). The firm’s primary industry focus is on mining and they are actively participating in actualizing the country’s mining law. Pellerano Nadal is also focusing on the aviation industry where they represent multiple airlines...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
August 21, 2021
Zhong Lun acted as GalaxyCore’s legal advisor in the IPO and provided comprehensive and multi-dimensional legal services.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
August 18, 2021
In April 2021, the Supreme People’s Procuratorate issued the Plan on Carrying out the Pilot Program of Corporate Compliance Reform, officially launching the second phase of the pilot program. In the new stage, compliance establishment will no longer be a passive implementation, but an intrinsic need
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USA
Lane Powell PC
August 16, 2021
As COVID-19 cases, related hospitalizations, and the Delta variant continue to surge nationwide, some West Coast states have instituted mandatory vaccinations for certain employees. Washington, Oregon, and California now mandate employee vaccination for certain government and health care employees.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
August 16, 2021
Overall, employers can use the general counsel's new memorandum not only to predict what may change in labor law during the current administration, but also to get ahead of those changes.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
August 15, 2021
The policy document on Reference Rate Framework (“RRF PD”) was issued by Bank Negara Malaysia (“BNM”) on August 11, 2021 and will come into effect on August 1, 2022.
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
August 13, 2021
Investing in Italy? Member firm Gianni & Origoni shared the top sectors for investment in the thriving Italian business climate—"Italy is currently the world’s eighth-largest economy, a member of the G7 group and a global leader in a range of industrial sectors including the textile, machinery, automotive, chemical, and pharmaceutical...
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Taiwan
Formosa Transnational
August 12, 2021
Investing or doing business in Taiwan? Member firm Formosa Transnational (Taiwan) explains the potential opportunities for WLG members in Business Development—”Due to the important role Taiwan plays in the semiconductor industry's global supply chains, along with the steady progress being made in Taiwan's renewable energy industry and the...
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Paraguay
Gross Brown
August 11, 2021
We invited member firms to complete a short Q&A to help WLG colleagues and others learn more about them. Gross Brown talks about doing business in Paraguay, local culture, CSR initiatives, and the firm’s workplace environment. Three words used to describe the firm’s culture are leadership, innovation, and versatility. Learn more about Gross...
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Singapore
Shearn Delamore & Co., WongPartnership LLP
August 9, 2021
Our members recently collaborated on a podcast together for Employer Law Association.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
August 2, 2021
Steel producer ArcelorMittal has signed a binding agreement with its partners in Condesa Tubos—one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of welded steel tubes and profiles—to acquire the shareholding it did not already own in the business.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
August 1, 2021
Cementos Molins has reached an agreement with investment fund Ambienta SGR, Europe’s leading asset manager of sustainable investments, to acquire all the share capital of Calucem. Cementos Molins received legal and tax advice from Cuatrecasas.
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France
Soulier Avocats
July 27, 2021
While many company managers fail to comply with their obligation to file annual accounts, the French Supreme Court has decided to reinforce the applicable sanction mechanism in an unprecedented decision issued on March 3, 2021
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
July 20, 2021
We invited member firms to complete a short Q&A to help WLG colleagues and others learn more about them. Chandler MHM Limited talks about doing business in Thailand, local culture, CSR initiatives, and the firm’s workplace environment. Three words used to describe the firm’s culture are dynamic, multicultural, and progressive. Learn more...
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
July 19, 2021
Alfaro Abogados advised Integra Capital and a consortium of Argentine and foreign investors in the completion of the acquisition and takeover of Edenor, Argentina's largest electricity distributor.
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USA, USA - Washington, DC
Arnold & Porter
July 19, 2021
WLG hosted a webinar on Anti-Corruption Compliance and Enforcement Trends in the US and Globally on July 19th. Attorneys from Arnold & Porter provided an overview of the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), global enforcement trends relating to the FCPA, the UK Bribery Act (UKBA), and other anti-corruption laws, and what authorities...
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July 13, 2021
What podcasts and books do you recommend? We compiled a must-read and must listen to list for our podcast and book lovers. This is a great list—thank you for contributing! We know what we...
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Taiwan
Formosa Transnational
July 7, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing on 11 June 2021 of Mr. Paiff Huang, one of this firm’s founding partners. Mr. Huang was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away. A memorial service was held in Mr. Huang’s honor, recently. Due to the current pandemic and safety concerns, the memorial service was not open to the...
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Luxembourg
Arendt & Medernach
July 7, 2021
We invited member firms to complete a short Q&A to help WLG colleagues and others learn more about them. Up first, Arendt & Medernach talked about doing business in Luxembourg, local culture, CSR initiatives, and the firm’s workplace environment. Three words used to describe the firm’s culture are entrepreneurial, diverse and inclusive....
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June 29, 2021
Panelists discussed current sanctions, the basics of trade sanctions (background, to whom they apply, penalties, etc.), the possible extraterritorial application of sanctions, and the latest developments.
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June 24, 2021
Panelists discussed different SPAC structures, transactions from a target perspective, the process and timeline, issues that should be top of mind to be "SPAC Ready", legal challenges, and specific situations they've encountered.
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June 24, 2021
Recent Happenings from our Practice & Industry Groups.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
June 23, 2021
In a Q&A format, the publication, as attached, gives a high-level overview of key issues involved in inbound Chinese M&A transactions, including structuring issues, legal documents, regulatory approvals, antitrust review, tax considerations, employment matters, environmental protection, etc.
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June 23, 2021
Members of WLG's Artificial Intelligence Group explore the proposed EU legal framework for AI - what businesses, institutions, and processes will be impacted; its implications; and the likely ripple effect to other jurisdictions.
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June 18, 2021
During registration we asked our beyond borders participants to give us one song they've been listening to on repeat. Enjoy this playlist curated from those answers!
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
June 4, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Cristina Oviedo shares her views from Peru.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
May 31, 2021
This guide offers guidance on the legal framework and the practical aspects of Canadian mergers and acquisitions, including critical tax and regulatory considerations. It is a resource for domestic domestic acquirers, targets, investment banks, shareholders, directors and legal advisers.
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May 27, 2021
In a conversation with Drago Kos, Chair of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Working Group on Bribery (WGB) in International Business Transactions, he discussed the new requirements for companies that the OECD is envisaging to recommend as part of the ongoing consultation process to review the 2009 OECD...
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South Africa
ENS
May 26, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Lauren Salt and Jessie Moore share their views from South Africa.
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France
Soulier Avocats
May 16, 2021
Almost ten years after the Rana Plaza scandal and while many voices are being raised about human rights violations in the textile industry, the Paris Court of Appeals has recently issued a particularly interesting ruling combining CRS and sudden termination of established business relationships.
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Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
May 14, 2021
Chambers is delighted to invite you to join them for a Chambers D&I webinar on 22 June with Payet Rey Cauvi, Pérez.
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France
Soulier Avocats
May 13, 2021
It is with immense satisfaction that our founding partner André Soulier learnt that the appeal filed by certain members of the association La Parole Libérée against the January 30, 2020 decision of the Lyon Court of Appeals of Lyon to acquit Cardinal Barbarin, former Archbishop, had been dismissed.
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Australia
MinterEllison
May 7, 2021
The infrastructure building blocks of transport, telecommunications and utilities provide the foundation for most of our economic and social wellbeing.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
May 6, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
May 5, 2021
Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic situation, the Department of Business Development (“DBD”) issued a Notification on 3 May 2021 allowing certain entities which operate their businesses in Thailand to extend the period for the DBD e-filing submission of their audited financial statements.
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Portugal
PLMJ
May 5, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Nuno Ferreira Morgado shares his views from Portugal.
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Ghana
ENS
May 3, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Ghana
ENS
May 3, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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France
Soulier Avocats
May 3, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Fabien Pomart of Soulier Avocats shares his view from France.
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Portugal
PLMJ
April 29, 2021
"The electric mobility sector has witnessed significant developments and it has shown itself to be a particularly dynamic market that is enjoying strong growth.
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Arendt & Medernach, Gianni & Origoni
April 29, 2021
Three WLG member firms were recognized in Firm of the Year Categories at the Chambers Europe Awards in a virtual ceremony held on Thursday, April 22 nd .
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USA
Lane Powell PC
April 26, 2021
Alaska employers received some welcome news from the Alaska Supreme Court that should help level the playing field when they must defend claims from employees under the Alaska Wage and Hour Act.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
April 25, 2021
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has gained momentum. Businesses are confronted with numerous new requirements regarding their responsibility for sustainable business practices that seemed far-off and remote ten years ago. Law firms and other service providers are not excluded from this.
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Faegre Drinker, Gowling WLG, Taylor Wessing
April 22, 2021
Given the recent Reddit v Goliath story on Wall Street, shareholder activism is a trending topic. Leveraging the expertise and input of members from various banking, technology and regulatory backgrounds, we will discuss the legal implications, changes in how to assess clients’ risk management, and the potential fallout resulting from this new...
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
April 21, 2021
International law firm Gianni & Origoni announces the hire of new partner Stefano Mele who joins the Rome office with two associates. Stefano will lead a practice dedicated to Cybersecurity.
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Setterwalls
April 21, 2021
Setterwalls acts as legal counsel to Harvard University in the controversial climate research experiment with a test flight from the Esrange space base in Kiruna, Sweden.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
April 20, 2021
The Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA) has been further amended by Republic Act No. 11521 (R.A. 11521). R.A. 11521 adds two new covered persons who are now required to report covered and suspicious transactions to the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC).
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USA
Faegre Drinker
April 19, 2021
This podcast explores the pandemic's effect from the perspective of labor and employment. Discussion topics include evolving CDC guidance amid the vaccine rollout, advice for employer's with multi-jurisdictional operations, and the challenge of keeping up employee morale as uncertainties continue.
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
April 19, 2021
On 2 February 2021, the Government of Indonesia has finally issued an implementing regulation of Law No. 11 of 2020 on Job Creation (“Job Creation Law”) which covers the energy and mineral resources sector.
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
April 19, 2021
International law firm Gianni & Origoni has launched an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) focus team to provide Italian and overseas clients – companies, financial institutions and investors – with comprehensive and integrated advice on their multiple and growing needs related to corporate
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
April 14, 2021
Under the doctrine of transnational issue estoppel, a party in a domestic court is prevented from re-litigating the same issue that had been previously decided by a foreign court involving the same parties. This effectively means that the foreign judgment is recognised in Singapore, and has the...
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USA
Faegre Drinker
April 13, 2021
On the IPO and M&A markets over the last 15 months, the number of SPAC initial public offerings has exploded. This article offers both a generalized summary of the typical structure and some of the high-level questions to ask as a participant.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
April 11, 2021
The German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) has ruled that a limited partner is not liable for debts incumbent on the insolvency estate incurred by an administrator in insolvency proceedings.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
April 11, 2021
The New York State budget adopted on April 7 passed without the proposed recording tax on mezzanine loan and preferred equity investments. Standalone Senate and Assembly bills – S3074 and A3139 – remain as renewed attempts to pass these recording taxes.
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March 29, 2021
This eBulletin highlights legal updates from our member firms across our 16 Practice & Industry Groups. Highlights include updates to the Danish Medicinal Pilot Program, Digital Health in Germany, Biden Administration's response to Myanmar, key changes to Singapore's Restructuring law, and more.
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Costa Rica
Arias
March 26, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Carolina Soto Monge shares her view from Costa Rica.
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USA
Faegre Drinker, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
March 26, 2021
Faegre Drinker (Illinois, USA) advised KingsIsle in connection with its acquisition by gamigo, a German video game company, with assistance from Hunton Andrews Kurth (Texas, USA).
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 25, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Francisco Udave shares his view from Mexico.
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India
AZB & Partners, Vaish Associates
March 25, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Bhuvana Veeraragavan of AZB & Partners and Vinay Vaish of Vaish Associates share their views from India.
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
March 15, 2021
Normally in March we host and visit friends around the world in honour of St. Patrick's Day. This year we have to do something a little bit different. Our staff have taken pictures from all over Ireland to share with you and some of our international team share their own special greetings.
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
March 13, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Laura LaFuente shares her view from Argentina.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 8, 2021
On January 1, 2021, the German Law for the Further Development of the Restructuring and Insolvency Laws (SanInsFoG) came into force. Crucially, this contains a stabilization and restructuring framework for businesses.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 8, 2021
In 2013, a global effort to reform interest rate benchmarks was launched to render these benchmarks less prone to manipulation and to make them more representative of the wider market conditions.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
March 4, 2021
Hiring a contractor is often an the first option for foreign clients to start business in Germany without own employees. But this brings some significant risks when it is done not properly.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
February 15, 2021
Dear valued clients, colleagues and friends, we are pleased to bring you the latest legal updates for February 2021.
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England
Gowling WLG
February 9, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Jonathan Chamberlain shares his views from England.
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Slovenia
CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz
February 5, 2021
Contributors Nejc Vrankar and Martina Mahnič of CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Slovenia and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
February 4, 2021
Has the Covid-19 pandemic indirectly brought a right to work from a "home office“? How does a "home office“ differ from "mobile work“? What are the unknown risks? And who is responsible if an accident or damage were to occur in the "home office“? Employers are facing increasing requests from employees regarding remote working. There are various...
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Poland
Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Vietnam
VILAF
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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USA
Faegre Drinker, Miller & Martin PLLC
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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United Arab Emirates
Al Tamimi & Company
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Taiwan
Formosa Transnational
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Switzerland
CMS Switzerland
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Sweden
Setterwalls
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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South Korea
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Russia
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Portugal
PLMJ
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Paraguay
Gross Brown
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Norway
Schjødt
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Luxembourg
Arendt & Medernach
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Japan
City-Yuwa Partners
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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India
AZB & Partners, Vaish Associates
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Ireland
Mason Hayes & Curran
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Indonesia
Makarim & Taira S.
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Israel
Herzog Fox & Neeman
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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England
Gowling WLG
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados, Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Chile
Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP, Goodmans LLP
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Australia
MinterEllison
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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France
Soulier Avocats
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
January 20, 2021
Our Venture Capital Group collaborated on an expansive guide covering more than 30 jurisdictions on investment approval processes, typical investment sectors and investment structures on VC deals (and more!). The objective of this publication is to serve as a Q&A-style multi-jurisdictional guide to venture capital law in countries where WLG...
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England
Gowling WLG
January 20, 2021
How has the patent landscape changed over the last 40 years and how has this impacted IP case law globally? In the latest podcast in our 'In Conversation with Gowling WLG' series, global intellectual property partner Gordon Harris speaks to the Right Honourable Professor Sir Robin Jacob - a veritable legend of the IP world.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
January 19, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Álvaro Fernández Sánchez del Corral shares his views from Spain.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
January 15, 2021
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Jenny Tsin shares her views from Singapore.
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Malaysia, Australia, Uruguay, USA, Belgium, India, Mexico, Costa Rica, Brazil, Portugal, Argentina, Finland, Singapore, Spain, Luxembourg, Phi
December 31, 2020
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work.
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Australia
MinterEllison
December 29, 2020
We asked our member firms around the globe to provide some insight on employer and employee rights when it comes to requiring the COVID-19 vaccine to return to work. Gordon Williams, David Paterson, Sam Quinn & Olivia Borgese of MinterEllison share their views from Australia.
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December 17, 2020
We would like to wish all of our members the best in 2021. This year, we asked our members to share recipes that represented their cultures and family traditions. Enjoy this short video message and the attached recipe booklet. We hope you find a time to relax and enjoy a meal with loved ones over the holidays.
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Portugal
PLMJ
December 10, 2020
On October 7, 2020, Judgment to Standardise Case Law of the Supreme Administrative Court no. 4/2020 was published in the official gazette, Diário da República. With this, the administrative courts will have jurisdiction over the judicial enforcement of administrative decisions which have imposed fines for violation of administrative law rules...
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
December 10, 2020
The EU plans to introduce a Digital Services Act and a Digital Markets Act. A first proposal has been announced for 2020. It will not only reform the e-commerce Directive dating from the year 2000, but also introduce new rules for platforms, especially those that act as gatekeepers.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 10, 2020
The Department of Business Development issued a Notification on 2 November 2020 that no longer permits the postponement of shareholders’ meetings to approve financial statements beyond the prescribed deadline (which is four months after the end of their fiscal year.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 10, 2020
The Office of Trade Competition Commission (the OTCC) has revised the definition of a ‘Dominant Player’ under Sections 50 and 51 of the Trade Competition Act B.E. 2561 (the Act) to eliminate any ambiguity as to the intent of the law.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 10, 2020
Thailand: To bolster transfer pricing regulations and to provide clarification on transfer pricing requirements, two Ministerial Regulations Nos. 369 and 370 were published in the Government Gazette on 16 November 2020.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
December 10, 2020
Thailand’s power sector is in the midst of a transition towards greater reliance on renewable energy sources. One of the key technologies leading this shift is electricity generated from solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, which have become more affordable in recent years.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
December 10, 2020
WongPartnership has consistently been recognized for our efforts in supporting the development of women in the legal profession and offering equal opportunities for all.
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USA
Arnold & Porter
December 8, 2020
The Arnold & Porter team discusses implications of the recently announced Withhold Release Order by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency against shipments containing cotton and cotton products into the U.S. from the major Chinese entity Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps (XPCC).
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
December 2, 2020
The National Code (Revised 2020) Act 828 (“the Act”) came into force on 15 November 2020.
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Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
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November 13, 2020
That wraps up the Fall eConference—thank you for joining us! Below we have a recap of the sessions, including key takeaways and links to recordings for the sessions you missed.
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Australia, New Zealand
MinterEllison
November 11, 2020
The UK government has appointed MinterEllison (Australia) and MinterEllisonRuddWatts (New Zealand) in partnership with a local firm to advise on the negotiations of the UK-Australia and UK-New Zealand free trade agreements.
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Goodmans LLP, Taylor Wessing, Zhong Lun Law Firm
November 11, 2020
How has COVID-19 impacted Venture Capital investment? Panelists discuss the sectors and industries that have become more attractive since the start of the pandemic, changes and trends in transaction documents of VC deals, the momentum of IPOs in China and the US, the role of strategic investors in today's market and other hot topics related to...
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Arias, CMS Germany, Cuatrecasas, Locke Lord LLP, Vaish Associates
November 10, 2020
WLG's International Corporate Transactions and Restructuring & Insolvency Resolutions groups review and consider some of the strategic opportunities and pitfalls associated with acquiring a financially distressed target.
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England, Germany
CMS Germany, Gowling WLG, Soulier Avocats
November 10, 2020
If you've been wondering what happened to Brexit as COVID-19 dominated the airwaves, you're forgiven. Join our speakers as they navigate what the new relationship between the UK and EU means for businesses.
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Taiwan
Formosa Transnational
November 8, 2020
A member of the Legislative Yuan, pointed out that the Chinese investments in the industries of “retail sales of telecommunications equipment in specialized stores” and “retail sales via mail order houses or via the Internet” raise information security concerns.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
November 6, 2020
Contributors Gerardo Soto, Carlos Patrón, Brenda Sarrín, Giancarlo Baella of Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Peru and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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November 6, 2020
That wraps up our second week of the Fall eConference—thank you for joining us! Below we have a recap of the sessions, including key takeaways and links to recordings for the sessions you missed.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
November 5, 2020
The Supreme Court of Canada handed down its highly awaited decision in Quebec (Attorney General) v 9147-0732 Québec inc. For the first time, the Court decided that corporations cannot claim the protection of section 12 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms which provides that “everyone has the right not to be subjected to any cruel and...
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Colombia
Philippi, Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & UrÌa
November 3, 2020
Contributors Gerardo Flórez, Laura Grisales, Diego Quintero and Nicolás Tirado of Philippi, Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Colombia and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Bruchou & Funes de Rioja, Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP, Gowling WLG, Guyer & Regules, MinterEllison, WongPartnership LLP
November 3, 2020
WLG's Energy, Mining & CleanTech; Infrastructure & Public-Private Partnerships; and International Tax & Private Wealth Groups discuss challenges and opportunities with projects amid the pandemic.
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
November 2, 2020
Contributor Steven Huang of Zhong Lun Law Firm explores a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in China and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP, Goodmans LLP
October 31, 2020
Contributors Victor Liu, Neil Sheehy and Danielle Levesque of Goodmans LLP and Brian Kujavsky of Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Canada and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
October 30, 2020
Contributors Elysangela de Oliveira Rabelo Maurer and Marco Aurélio Antas of member firm TozziniFreire Advogados explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Brazil and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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October 30, 2020
That wraps up our first week of the Fall eConference—thank you for joining us! Below we have a recap of the sessions, including key takeaways and links to recordings for the sessions you missed.
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England
Gowling WLG
October 29, 2020
The UK may have left the EU on January 31 of this year, but the effect of this will not felt until 11:00 pm on 31 December on the expiry of the ‘transitional’ period.
Much speculation continues as to the nature and extent of the trading arrangements that the UK, the EU and the individual 27 Member States will have agreed (or not) by that date
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October 29, 2020
Panelists discussed employment and privacy issues related to the pandemic for both remote work and return to the workplace. We'll also look at obligations of employers when it comes to collecting information related to health and travel, including contact tracing, and balancing between employer rights, employee rights and public safety when...
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October 28, 2020
Janet Levy-Pahima, of Herzog, Fox & Neeman, and Sarah Barker of MinterEllison have led the development of ESG practices in their respective firms. They explain why ESG is relevant in today's business environment, what you and your clients need to know, and share the expertise needed to build an ESG practice.
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October 27, 2020
WLG's HR Law, IP/IT, and Litigation, and Dispute Resolution groups discussed what companies can do to protect their Trade Secrets when it comes to lawsuits or alternative dispute settlement procedures (including those induced by whistle blowers).
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South Africa
ENS
October 26, 2020
In October 2020, the Competition Commission of South Africa concluded agreements with large grocery retail chains Pick ‘n Pay and Shoprite to end exclusive lease agreements at retail properties across the country. This follows from the findings and recommendations published by the Commission in November last year in its Grocery Retail Market...
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China
Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 20, 2020
Earlier this year, the Chinese antitrust authority unconditionally cleared a joint venture between Yum China and Mininglamp involving VIE structure, the first of its kind and marks a milestone for future VIE filings. Based on our first-hand experience (incl. recent practices) and observations, we will discuss certain key issues arising in a...
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 19, 2020
The rules that eased the procedures governing the deliberations of shareholders’ meetings are extended until November 30, 2020. Overview of the temporary and exceptional derogations set up to secure the internal operation of companies in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
October 18, 2020
A slew of international and Latin American firms has helped US private equity group General Atlantic lead a US$200 million investment in Uruguayan fintech dLocal, making it Uruguay’s first unicorn.
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USA
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
October 18, 2020
Hunton Andrews Kurth’s COVID-19 Complaint Tracker is a comprehensive database of state and federal litigation involving COVID-19 claims. We continue to update the Complaint Tracker as new cases are filed.
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USA
Greenberg Glusker LLP
October 16, 2020
Contributor Steven Stein of Greenberg Glusker explores a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in U.S.A. - California and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
October 16, 2020
ContributorLewis Horowitz of Lane Powell PC explores a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in U.S.A. - Washington and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
October 16, 2020
Contributor Ben Pirie of Lane Powell PC explores a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in U.S.A. - Oregon and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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South Africa
ENS
October 16, 2020
Contributor Koos Pretorius of ENSafrica explores a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in South Africa and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
October 16, 2020
Contributors Juan Carlos Hernanz and Santiago Tomas of Cuatrecasas explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Spain and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
October 16, 2020
Contributor Jessada Sawatdipong of Chandler MHM Limited explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Thailand and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
October 16, 2020
Contributors Beatriz Spiess and Anabela Aldaz of Guyer & Regules explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Uruguay and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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England
Gowling WLG
October 16, 2020
Contributors Samantha Myers, Ravi Randhawa and Ian Mason of Gowling WLG explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in England and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Denmark
Bech-Bruun
October 15, 2020
Contributors Martin Draebye Gantzhorn and Gundula Maria Kjaer of Bech-Bruun explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Denmark and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
October 15, 2020
Contributors Daniele Vecchi and Matteo Duchini of Gianni, Origoni, Grippo, Cappelli & Partners explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Italy and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Germany
CMS Germany, Taylor Wessing
October 15, 2020
Contributors Jörn Witt and Susanne Pech of CMS Germany and Daniel Titian of Taylor Wessing explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Germany and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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Paraguay
Gross Brown
October 15, 2020
Contributors Sigfrido Gross Brown of Gross Brown explore a brief overview of laws and policies regarding the use of cannabis in Paraguay and the most important legal issues, from relevant legislation and general information to special requirements and risks.
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France
Soulier Avocats
October 12, 2020
In a decision dated June 24, 2020, the French Supreme Court recalled that the terminated business partner may ask the summary judge to order the continuation of the relevant contract.
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South Africa
ENS
October 12, 2020
A recent decision in Germany has resulted in a hefty fine being imposed on an employer for violations of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulations (“GDPR”).
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Portugal
PLMJ
October 11, 2020
Since it was first published, the Decree-Law has been amended by Law 8/2020 of April 10, Decree-Law 26/2020 of June 16, Law 27-A/2020 of July 24 and Decree-Law 78-A/2020 of September 29, so we will now summarise the moratorium rules currently in force.
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Brazil
TozziniFreire Advogados
October 9, 2020
On September 18, 2020, the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD) came into force (almost entirely). The rights of the data subjects can be exercised as of now, including requests to access, correct, block and anonymize their personal information.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 8, 2020
The EU’s initiative to create a Digital Single Market requires a number of major changes to Member States‘ copyright laws. The current draft of the BMJV on the implementation of the DSM Copyright Directive in Germany.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 8, 2020
With a new Media State Treaty, the German regulator is taking a closer look at so-called digital gatekeepers that are mediating access to media content (search engines, smart-TVs, social media etc.).
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 8, 2020
Gilead’s German SPC covering its HIV drug Truvada was finally invalidated on September 22, 2020. The recent outcome of the German proceedings is hardly surprising, as the CJEU’s 2018-judgment had already been taken into consideration by the Federal Patent Court.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 8, 2020
On October 1, 2020, the new amended LCIA Arbitration Rules came into effect. They apply to all LCIA arbitration proceedings started on or after October 1, 2020. A round-up of key information you need to know.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 8, 2020
The New Competition Tool and Proposed Changes to German Competition Law
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 8, 2020
Since July 12, 2020 companies must comply with the P2B Regulation for online intermediation services and search engines. Not only must general terms and conditions be adjusted, but also the criteria for rankings must be disclosed and new structures put in place, such as an internal complaint-handling system and the appointment of mediators.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
October 8, 2020
An increasing number of Filipinos are opting to do their transactions online, as well as turning to Internet-based content for entertainment. With this, Philippine authorities are inevitably focusing their regulatory gaze on the electronic commerce (eCommerce) industry and streaming services.
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
October 8, 2020
On March 1st, 2020 a new government took office in Uruguay and a new budget law for the 2020-2024 period was proposed to the Parliament. The Budget Bill has not yet been approved, but in case the same is approved, it will introduce various changes, including certain related to personal data matters
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 7, 2020
For most real estate financings, security over property is the creditor's main collateral. Consequently, many German property investors are surprised and concerned to find that enforcement of their land charges can only begin after six months' notice of termination has been given to the borrower.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 7, 2020
Radical events such as the current COVID-19 pandemic create involuntary disruption capable of triggering a transformational period within your manufacturing company. Specifically, they can motivate you to rethink and change your existing lean management methodologies like Just-in-Time (JiT) or Kanba.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
October 7, 2020
WongPartnership has been acting for KKR & Co. Inc. (“KKR”) since its initial investment in PropertyGuru in the Series D funding round in 2018 and most recently, in PropertyGuru's latest S$300 million funding round.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
October 7, 2020
New GDPR record fine of EUR 35 million for H&M in Germany (secret recordings of employees) .
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Spain
Cuatrecasas
October 7, 2020
In the framework of its commitment to innovation in the workplace, Cuatrecasas has joined the initiative 12 causas + 12 propósitos (12 reasons+ 12 purposes), promoted by 50&50 GL, a consultancy firm specializing in equality, and Women in a Legal World, an association of female lawyers. The statement establishes 12 commitments that...
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
October 5, 2020
SyCipLaw’s Competition and Anti-trust practice group has prepared a briefing on the implementation of Section 4(eee) of Bayanihan 2 on the transaction value threshold for the exemption from compulsory notification.
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
October 5, 2020
Multi-tiered arbitration clauses mandating amicable steps before escalating a dispute to arbitration have to be carefully constructed in order to serve their purpose – a cost, and time efficient solution for solvable disputes. We take a look at how they are handled in Turkish arbitration.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
October 5, 2020
SyCipLaw’s Banking, Finance and Securities Department has prepared a briefing on Securities and Exchange Commission Memorandum Circular No. 23, Series of 2020, dated August 18, 2020, which provides a regulatory framework for the creation and operation of Corporate Debt Vehicles.
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
October 5, 2020
Multi-tiered arbitration clauses mandating amicable steps before escalating a dispute to arbitration have to be carefully constructed in order to serve their purpose – a cost, and time efficient solution for solvable disputes. Our article takes a look at how they are handled in Turkish arbitration.
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
October 5, 2020
This article explores how Turkey has handled arbitration during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
October 4, 2020
Ransomware attacks are on the rise in the wake of COVID-19, but attack victims could unknowingly be in violation of federal law. A new advisory from the U.S. Department of the Treasury warns that ransom payments to sanctioned individuals or entities may result in criminal or civil liability.
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Vietnam
VILAF
October 1, 2020
On June 12, 2018, the National Assembly adopted the “ Competition Law ”. The Competition Law takes effect from July 1, 2019 and is guided in details by a March 24, 2020 Decree of the Government (“ Decree 35 ”) which took effect from May 15, 2020. Significant issues regarding economic concentration under Vietnam competition framework are laid...
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South Africa
ENS
October 1, 2020
On Thursday, October 1, 2020, Notice R.1031 was published in Government Gazette No. 43751, in terms of which the Minister of Employment and Labour issued Consolidated Directions on Occupational Health and Safety Measures in certain workplaces ("the Consolidated COVID-19 Directions").
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September 30, 2020
The International Trade Law Group hosted a webinar on Trade Relations and Top Trade Priorities Around the Globe.
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South Africa
ENS
September 28, 2020
By and large, the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (“POPIA”) only imposes obligations, duties and liabilities on the responsible party. A responsible party is defined in POPIA as “a public or private body or any other person which, alone or in conjunction with others, determines the purp
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
September 24, 2020
Guyer & Regules is considered Uruguay’s blue chip firm and the first choice for international and domestic complex legal, accounting and tax work. Such reputation is grounded on the largest group of the most experienced partners in the country, who lead a solid team of internationally trained profes
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South Africa
ENS
September 21, 2020
The cloud is now the preferred location for many businesses to host their data. The cloud comes with many benefits, such as increased security, reduced infrastructure investments and operational efficiency. Cloud products are also attractive because of their flexibility, scalability and ease of impl
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
September 20, 2020
We invite you to join us for a webinar with women who have been an inspiration in one way or another in their respective fields. Our partner and head of the Intellectual Property Practice Group, Karen Abraham, will be moderating this webinar.
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Malaysia
Shearn Delamore & Co.
September 20, 2020
The latest Chamber's Global Practice Guide 2020 on International Arbitration in Malaysia.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
September 20, 2020
An overview of updates on immigration and global mobility issues, including those involving visa processing at U.S. embassies and consulates, restrictions on travel and the new U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services fee schedule.
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Germany
CMS Germany
September 14, 2020
There are changes of EU Merger Control Rules to be expected in 2021 which could have significant impact on EU merger control practice, i.e. (1.) referrals, (2.) simplifications in cases which do not raise substantive concerns and (3.) the substantive assessment of cases of the digital economy.
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Uganda
ENS
September 14, 2020
In the evening of Sunday, August 16, 2020, St Peter’s Church in Kampala was demolished, the result of a previous land conflict. Following massive public outcry, President Museveni has promised that the church will retain the land and will be rebuilt.
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ENS
September 14, 2020
The National Payment Systems Act, 2020 (“NPS Act”) was passed by parliament on May 29, 2020 and gazetted on September 4, 2020. The NPS Act was prompted by an increase in the use of digital and electronic financial services by private entities in Uganda offering various electronic payment products.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
September 14, 2020
A Notification has been issued that will prohibit sales of alcoholic beverages online to ensure that the sale of such products remain in accordance with existing laws in Thailand.
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Australia
MinterEllison
September 11, 2020
The acquisition had an enterprise value of over $250 million and was conducted via a scheme of arrangement.
Pacific Equity Partners led a consortium that included OPSEU Pension Trust and an entity controlled by Infrastructure Capital Services to successfully acquire 100% of Zenith Energy Ltd. The scheme was successfully implemented on August...
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September 9, 2020
WLG's International Trade Law Group invites you to join us for a webinar: Trade Relations and Top Trade Priorities Around the Globe .
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Luxembourg
Arendt & Medernach
September 2, 2020
On July 2, 2020 the Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU”) ruled in the case of BlackRock Investment Management (UK) Ltd (c-231/19) that a “single supply” of management services, provided by a third-party supplier via a software platform for the benefit of a fund management company managing both special investment funds and other...
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India
Vaish Associates
August 21, 2020
India badly needs a National Competition Policy. In this context, one needs to recapitulate whether India has utilized the full potential of growth envisaged after our historic shift from a “state-controlled” economy to a “free market” economy and if not why? Have we been able to introduce a culture of competition in our markets which leads to...
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TozziniFreire Advogados
August 20, 2020
"From the client-side, I would like to highlight several trade cases on which I worked with Drinker Biddle & Reath’s international trade team, including export controls, customs, and trade remedies. In the cases where the client was Brazilian, the good relationship between the local firm and the US was crucial for retaining us."
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
August 19, 2020
As in the rest of the world, we saw a significant downturn of M&A activity in Mexico. In the case of Mexico, such downturn obeyed not only to the COVID pandemic but also to the political climate.
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Bruchou & Funes de Rioja, Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados, Santamarina y Steta S.C., TozziniFreire Advogados, Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr
August 18, 2020
Santamarina y Steta (“S+S”) has acted as Mexican legal counsel in several transactions for a U.S. based company engaged in market research services for a specialized sector of the beauty industry. S+S received the swift and professional support of Bruchou, Fernandez Madero & Lombardi Abogados; TozziniFreire Advogados; Urenda Rencoret Orrego...
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South Africa
ENS
August 17, 2020
ENSafrica is committed to CSR and the provision of pro bono services. The firm has a strong focus on education and vulnerable groups and thus CSR projects with this focus are supported by the firm in all the countries on the African Continent where we have a footprint.
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AZB & Partners
August 13, 2020
AZB & Partners acted for Reliance Industries (“RIL”) and its digital arm, Jio Platforms (“JPL”) on a series of investments totaling USD 20.2 billion, from an array of leading global investors, including Facebook, Qualcomm, Intel and Google among others.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
August 13, 2020
The Federal Court of Canada's recent decision in Natco Pharma (Canada) Inc. v. Gilead Sciences Canada Inc. et al ., 2020 FC 788 explores the reach of Canada`s data protection regime.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
August 12, 2020
On July 29, the Thailand Board of Investment issued a notification to amend conditions and incentives for certain activities eligible for investment promotions that impact incentives provided to smart city developers.
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Canada
Goodmans LLP
August 12, 2020
Goodmans LLP acted for Berkshire Partners LLC in connection with its investment in VetStrategy and Groupe Daubigny. This investment is the largest in a series of financings that have backed VetStrategy's growth since 2013.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
August 11, 2020
On August 10, 2020, the Federal Emergency Management Authority (FEMA) announced that it would continue to halt the export of certain personal protective equipment (PPE) until December 31, 2020. With this announcement, FEMA also modified the list of covered PPE subject to the rule.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
August 11, 2020
The Tax Administration Authority approved the use of discretionary powers by the Customs Intendancies for certain regions under localized social isolation to not initiate proceedings or sanction certain customs infractions established in the General Customs Law
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
August 11, 2020
The Peruvian Government has issued a preliminary version of the Executive Regulation for the Peruvian Merger Control Legislation which will come into force next year on March 1, 2021.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
August 10, 2020
Taylor Wessing Partner Stephan Heinemann landed a great success with his mandate for SIXTLeasing SE: According to Deal Drivers EMEA it was the fourth largest deal in the financial sector in the first half of 2020!
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France
Soulier Avocats
August 10, 2020
On July 28, 2020, the Paris Court of Appeals ruled on the dispute between EDF and Total Direct Energie concerning the suspension - due to the Covid-19 pandemic - of the framework agreement for the purchase of nuclear electricity that they had entered into, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
August 10, 2020
The energy demand of our globalized world is constantly expanding, not least due to increasing mobility, data processing and industrial production.
Climate change poses a major challenge. Most of the fuels used for the mobility of the world population, in an industrial context or for energy supply are usually neither renewable nor...
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Angola
PLMJ
August 9, 2020
BNA has approved new rules applicable to foreign exchange transactions carried out by individuals.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
August 9, 2020
The coronavirus has wracked transportation networks around the world, and the airline industry is an exemplar. Several recent developments around refunds for flights canceled over coronavirus concerns, and the use of face masks on flights, are beginning to have legal repercussions.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
August 7, 2020
SyCipLaw has issued a bulletin on COVID-19 related issuances as of August 8, 2020.
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Portugal
PLMJ
August 6, 2020
On August 7, 2020, Decree 5/2020 of the Council of Ministers was published, approving the Vienna Convention of 1980 on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (the "Convention”), making Portugal its newest signatory state.
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Portugal
PLMJ
August 6, 2020
A major economic crisis has been caused by the pandemic associated with the new SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus and the COCID-19 disease. In this context, Law 29/2020 was published on 31 July to establish new tax measures to support cooperatives, micro, small and medium-sized enterprises.
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Portugal
PLMJ
August 5, 2020
There is a huge amount of interest in hemp cultivation, both for medicinal and cosmetic purposes, and for industrial use, in particular, the production of fibre, seeds and other products linked to agro-industry.
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AZB & Partners, MinterEllison, Shearn Delamore & Co., SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan, WongPartnership LLP, Zhong Lun Law Firm
August 3, 2020
WongPartnership acted for Ceridian HCM Holding Inc., a global leader in human capital management (“HCM”) technology as Singapore Counsel in the acquisition of Excelity Global Solutions Pte Ltd., an Asia-based HCM service provider. Other firms working on the transaction from the WLG include AZB & Partners , SyCip Salazar Hernandez &...
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July 31, 2020
Earlier this month, we commented on the European Commission proposal for a Regulation accelerating existing procedures for clinical trials where medicinal products containing or consisting of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are tested for the development of vaccines and therapies to treat COVID-19. The European Commission had proposed...
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Germany
CMS Germany
July 28, 2020
On July 22, 2020 the European Commission published its notice with guidance for national courts on how to protect business secrets in antitrust damages court proceedings: (1.) redacting of confidential information, (2.) confidentiality rings and (3.) appointment of experts.
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 28, 2020
Second volume of the Digest prepared by PLMJ and Inventa International on the crossover between the area of intellectual property and the challenges of COVID-19, especially regarding patents and utility models, as well as all the information on the path to obtaining a vaccine.
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 28, 2020
Here you will find the issue of our Banking and Finance and Capital Markets newsletter for the 2nd quarter of 2020, which compiles the most significant news in this area.
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Mason Hayes & Curran
July 23, 2020
I primarily advise on insolvency and financial restructuring matters, together with all related litigation. By way of illustration, I frequently work with the various stakeholders in our formal insolvency processes including examinership, liquidation, receivership and bankruptcy and I represent insolvency office-holders (both in court and out...
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United Kingdom
Gowling WLG
July 22, 2020
Recent revisions to the UK merger control are intended to increase the UK government's ability to intervene (and potentially block) certain transactions on public interest grounds. This update considers these revisions and their implications.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
July 22, 2020
In June, the U.S. Department of Labor released several revised forms supporting certain qualifying reasons for employee leave under the Family Medical Leave Act. We detail the good and "not-so-good" features of the new revisions.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
July 22, 2020
The Operating Regulations for the Reactiva Perú Program were amended through Ministerial Resolution No. 181-2020-EF/15 in order to establish other eligibility or exclusion criteria applicable to the companies benefiting from the Program.
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South Africa
ENS
July 22, 2020
There has been much debate in recent years as to the effectiveness of access and benefit sharing (ABS) provisions relating to indigenous biological and genetic resources (IBGRs) and traditional knowledge (TK) or indigenous knowledge (IK).
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
July 21, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the supply of many goods and services. Against this backdrop, competing firms may have found it necessary or desirable to collaborate with each other on certain aspects of the production / supply chain, in order to sustain the supply of such goods / services amid
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 21, 2020
The world is desperately seeking a vaccine and treatments against COVID-19 and the answer will also be found in intellectual property. For this reason, PLMJ and Inventa International have joined forces to prepare a Digest on these issues that is continuously updated.
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SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
July 21, 2020
This is a briefing on Philippine issuances as of July 22, 2020 on the following matters in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
July 19, 2020
On July 15, 2020, the Executive Power issued and then published on its website the new regulatory decree (hereinafter the "Decree") of the Law for the Promotion and Defense of Competition No. 18,159 (hereinafter the "Law") that was pending following amendments made to it by Law No. 19,833 (hereinaft
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
July 19, 2020
Resolution No. 52-2020-SMV/02 sets forth the regulations for virtual meetings for beneficiaries of trusts, investors of investment funds, committees and other collegiate bodies of entities authorized and supervised by the Superintendency of the Securities Market
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July 16, 2020
Today, the Court of Justice of the European Union delivered a landmark judgement with significant practical impact for companies transferring personal data outside the European Economic Area to the United States. The Court of Justice confirmed the validity of the Standard Contractual Clauses for transfer of personal data between a controller in...
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July 16, 2020
We hope this WLG Antitrust eBulletin finds you safe and well in these very peculiar times. With the cancellation of the 2020 Spring Semi-Annual Conference, WLG hosted its first eConference in May 2020. One of the sessions of this eConference was an eWebinar on "Competition Enforcement and Merger Control in Portugal and Elsewhere in Times of...
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 15, 2020
Ministerial Order 165/2020 of July 7 was published following the changes to the procedural rules of the administrative and tax tribunals introduced by Law 118/2019 of 17 September. The Ministerial Order sets out the rules on the deposit and publication of arbitral awards in administrative and tax matters announced when the changes were...
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 15, 2020
This Regulation provides that all Member States have to submit an integrated National Energy and Climate Plan for 2021-2030 to the European Commission.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
July 15, 2020
This is a briefing on Philippine issuances as of July 16, 2020 on the following matters in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Germany
Taylor Wessing
July 13, 2020
The Frankfurt corporate and capital markets team from Taylor Wessing, led by Frankfurt partners Ulrich Reers and Lars-Gerrit Lüßmann, advised the technology group Brockhaus Capital Management AG (BCM) on its IPO on the Frankfurt stock exchange.
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July 9, 2020
As part of the strategy to fight COVID-19, the European Commission has proposed a Regulation to facilitate the conduct of clinical trials using medicinal products containing or consisting of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs). The European Commission recognises that the applicable regulatory framework in relation to GMOs is unable to...
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Portugal
PLMJ
July 8, 2020
The current Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the need to promote health resilience and, against this background, Council of Ministers Resolution 52-A/2020 creates the Healthy Neighborhood Program.
The aim of this program is to promote health resilience and improve social cohesion, living conditions, environmental conditions, and the quality...
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Cayman Islands
Campbells
July 8, 2020
Following a recent decision of the Cayman Islands courts on the information rights which limited partners have against the general partner of a fund, Paul Kennedy and Simon Thomas consider the case and the very different position of corporate fund shareholders under Cayman Islands law.
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June 22, 2020
On 11 June 2020, the European Medicines Agency (EMA), during its Management Board meeting, has endorsed the methodology and next steps leading to the go-live of the Clinical Trials Information System (CTIS) which is now fixed for December 2021. A group consisting of representatives of the EU Member States and the European Commission has been......
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June 18, 2020
Although the date of application of the Medical Devices Regulation (MDR) has been delayed by a year, to May 2021, the EU institutions continue to work on its implementation to ensure that the new framework is workable in time for the revised deadline. In this post, which is part of our series of blog posts... Continue Reading
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June 16, 2020
Thank you to all who attended the informative webinar hosted by the WLG Human Resources Group on June 16th - WLG - Return To Work & Resuming Operations (Asia-Pacific). If you missed it, view the recording and materials below. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to our panelists.
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Cayman Islands
Campbells
June 15, 2020
As companies across many sectors look to restructure company and group debt in the face of demand and supply shocks that have rocked the global economy, advisors will need to carefully consider the restructuring forum.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
June 11, 2020
The country's financial managers and some policymakers are asking that Congress prioritize some key bills in the hope that these measures can address the impact of the pandemic on business and the economy.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
June 11, 2020
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan’s (SyCipLaw) publication about the general guidelines in doing business in the Philippines has been updated. It aims to showcase the Philippines as an attractive venue for business ventures.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
June 10, 2020
Parties to construction and supply-related contracts are set to benefit from the enhanced measures under the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Amendment) Bill that was passed in the Parliament on 5 June 2020 (“Bill”).
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
June 10, 2020
Pursuant to Law no. 40 of 5 June 2020, published in the Official Gazzette no. 143 of 6 June 2020 (the “Conversion Law”), Law Decree no. 23 of 8 April 2020 (the “Liquidity Decree”) was converted into law with amendments.
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Turkey
Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
June 9, 2020
This article takes a look at whistleblowing and the benefits it offers society while taking a comparative look at the Turkish laws governing whistleblowing.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
June 7, 2020
To complement the financial measures announced in the Fortitude Budget on 26 May 2020, the Parliament of Singapore has on 5 June 2020 tabled and passed the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Amendment) Bill ("Amendment Bill") which amends the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
June 7, 2020
Details proposed government measures aimed at accelerating the recovery of Québec’s economy post COVID-19.
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June 2, 2020
WLG's Artificial Intelligence group hosted a series of webinars on AI . View the recordings and supporting materials here.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
June 1, 2020
The Singapore Court of Appeal comprising a five-member coram has, in a landmark decision, clarified the law on the duties owed by employers when exercising contractually agreed decision-making powers vis-à-vis employees, and the extent to which a court may review the exercise of those powers...
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USA
Faegre Drinker
May 31, 2020
Enforcement of the CCPA is set to begin on July 1. With that key date just around the corner and companies facing a new slate of COVID-19 related privacy issues, we highlight the high-level action items covered businesses should address to help get their compliance programs up to speed.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
May 26, 2020
Details the key takeways to foster an anti-corruption culture within your business.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
May 26, 2020
Reviews key aspects of the Canadian government’s proposal to extend time limits under various federal Acts.
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Alfaro Abogados
May 25, 2020
The so-called Corporate Criminal Liability Law (Law) established the need of Compliance Programs for certain interactions with the public sector, as well as their convenience for other cases. Within the components of these Programs, although not mandatory, are the internal reporting channels.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 23, 2020
This is a briefing on the issuances as of May 24, 2020 on the following matters in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 23, 2020
This is a briefing on the issuances as of May 24, 2020 on the following matters in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines.
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Germany
CMS Germany
May 21, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Germany has widened the scope of its investment control to include numerous life science companies. The amendments to the Foreign Trade and Payments Ordinance ("AWV") were published on 20th May 2020 and will enter into force in the coming days.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 21, 2020
SyCipLaw prepared a legal briefing to give its clients an overview of recent SEC regulations and to help them address corporate governance issues triggered by the current pandemic, or issues which have become more relevant because of it.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
May 21, 2020
A summary of Legislative Decree No. 1511, which created the Accelerated Refinancing Procedure, an administrative procedure allowing debtors and creditors to agree on a Refinancing Plan to reprogram the due dates on debt obligations.
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Cayman Islands
Campbells
May 20, 2020
This advisory discusses Palladyne International Asset Management B.V. v Upper Brook (A) Limited and others, where an application was made by Palladyne for leave to appeal to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council.
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May 20, 2020
The Impact of the COVID-19 Crisis on Mergers and Acquisitions and Related Contracts
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 19, 2020
Philippine government agencies continue to issue additional and more specific guidelines on dealing with business continuity concerns, in light of resuming operations under the Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ).
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 18, 2020
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has issued guidelines on data protection in work from home (WFH) arrangements (NPC PHE Bulletin No. 12 on “Protecting Personal Data in a Work from Home Arrangement; issued May 15, 2020).
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
May 18, 2020
A summary of the the Technical Document, "Guidelines for the Monitoring, Prevention and Health Screening of Workers At Risk of Exposure to COVID-19."
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 15, 2020
Philippine businesses that have had to suspend operations since March 17 will now need to step up their return-to-work plan. Below is a general checklist that may help with these preparations.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 15, 2020
This is a briefing on the following issuances as of May 16, 2020 in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic
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May 14, 2020
International Regulatory Initiatives Directed at Improving the Delivery of Healthcare in the Fight Against COVID-19
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South Africa
ENS
May 14, 2020
Updates on employment, technology, media, data protection and business continuity.
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Cayman Islands
Campbells
May 13, 2020
In business, contractual counter parties have been considering how unforeseen “supervening” events affect the rights and obligations of their agreements. Much has been written recently on ‘frustration of contracts’, but where does this concept come from?
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ENS
May 13, 2020
COVID-19 related updates on banking and finance, corporate, dispute resolution, intellectual property, mine and occupational health and safety, personal advisory, tax, technology, media, data protection and business continuity.
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France
Soulier Avocats
May 12, 2020
While France is entering the first phase of its end-of-lockdown plan, the Government’s strategy to combat a resumption of the epidemic is now based on monitoring “contact tracing”.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
May 12, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, electronic commerce has experienced an impressive surge. It is important that the e-commerce industry in Mexico prepares to meet the needs of its clients ensuring all e-commerce operations have the necessary legal security.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
May 12, 2020
Due to COVID-19’s impact on national economy, the Peruvian Government requested legislative faculties on tax matters. Legislative Decree No. 1471 was published on April 29th, 2020 to address the suspension or reduction of Corporate Income Tax prepayments.
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Austria
CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz
May 12, 2020
On May 7, 2020, the European Commission (EC) issued an Action Plan for a comprehensive EU-wide policy on preventing money laundering and terrorist financing as part of a wide-ranging AML-CFT policy tailored to meet the issues and specific risks that the EU currently faces and any new threats that the
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Bulgaria
CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz
May 12, 2020
On April 28, 2020, the Bulgarian Constitutional Court issued a landmark decision on the interpretation of its rulings and their effect on the Bulgarian legal framework. In its Decision, the court reversed how case law has been applied for the past 25 years, and effectively strengthened the importance of its rulings on the overall legal system...
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May 12, 2020
Law firms have been forced to change, in some cases overnight, to new working arrangements and business protocols. This no doubt has an impact on culture, productivity (maybe not negative), finances, technology and so much more. It is often easy to resist change when our surroundings are "normal" but in a state of global chaos, change may feel...
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Vietnam
VILAF
May 11, 2020
VILAF was awarded the Most Innovative National Law Firm of the Year (Vietnam) by IFLR Asia-Pacific Awards 2020.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
May 11, 2020
With the potential gradual relaxation of restrictions put in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19, employers should note the measures that have to be implemented when the Circuit Breaker period eases after 1 June 2020; and ensure that they are communicated clearly to all employees.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
May 10, 2020
On May 5th, 2020, Legislative Decree No. 1476 was published and issued various normative provisions aimed at ensuring transparency, protection to users and continuity of the Basic Education service through remote learning models in private schools
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
May 10, 2020
The Court of Appeal has, in the context of the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act, held that a contractor’s entitlement to submit a payment claim depends on the terms of the underlying contract: Shimizu Corporation v Stargood Construction Pte Ltd [2020] SGCA 37.
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Argentina
Alfaro Abogados
May 10, 2020
How the most important mine in Argentina works to reactivate the economy.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
May 10, 2020
Prevailing trends in COVID-19-related labor and employment litigation and proactive steps employers can take to help avoid a lawsuit.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 9, 2020
This is a briefing on the following Philippine issuances as of May 10, 2020 in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
May 8, 2020
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdown measures of varying duration and severity have been imposed in countries across ASEAN.
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May 7, 2020
On 4 May 2020, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) issued a guidance to support development and regulatory approval for treatments and vaccines for COVID-19 with the involvement of the dedicated EMA Pandemic Task Force (COVID-ETF). It sets out the available regulatory pathways to fast-track assessment of both new or repurposed methods of...
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
May 7, 2020
In reasons delivered today in the case of 9354-9186 Québec inc. v. Callidus Capital Corp , the SCC has provided crucial guidance on the conduct of insolvency proceedings.
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Taiwan
Formosa Transnational
May 7, 2020
Taiwan's experience derived from SARS in 2003 provides a special precedent for contract enforcement with or without force majeure provision in the Covid-19 pandemic. See the standards established through Taiwan court cases on the non-performance of commercial contracts during the impact of SARS.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
May 7, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed significant pressure on businesses and the economy. Even fundamentally healthy and viable businesses are seeing their financial resources stretched thin due to factors such as weakening demand, increasing late payments, and disruptions in supply chains.
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May 7, 2020
This session focuses on the privacy and data protection issues arising in the context of the current epidemic. The remote environment introduces privacy and data protection challenges, and employees want to know the health status of their colleagues. How can companies operate and remain compliant?
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May 6, 2020
As part of our series of blog posts covering the implementation of the EU Medical Devices Regulation (MDR), we comment below on the latest developments, including the deferred application of the MDR and the most recent guidance issued by the European Commission’s medical device coordination group (MDCG). Deferral of the MDR This is the month......
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British Virgin Islands
Campbells
May 6, 2020
On 22 January 2020, the Court handed down judgment in the matter of Pacific Fertility Institutes Holding Company Limited v Pacific Fertility Institutes (HK) Holding Company Limited.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
May 6, 2020
Summarizes how measures taken to combat COVID-19 will affect civil proceedings in a number of courts and tribunals in Canada.
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Portugal
PLMJ
May 6, 2020
Certain legal arrangements have been drawn up to identify the needs and protect against the weaknesses of this charitable / socially supportive economic cluster.
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May 6, 2020
Competition Enforcement and Merger Control in Portugal and Elsewhere During COVID-19
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Sweden
Setterwalls
May 5, 2020
The government, together with the Center Party and the Liberal Party, presented on May 5, 2020 additional measures due to the coronavirus. The two proposed rules are temporary tax exemption for certain benefits that employees may receive from their employers.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
May 5, 2020
As a consequence of the sanitary emergency due to the COVID-19 virus, the Mexico's Federal Government has been adopting certain measures, including legal ones, which have modified business practices, including the suspension of "no-essential" activities, contractual relationships, and labor aspects.
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May 5, 2020
Corporate Survival in the Aftermath of Pandemic: A Consideration of Liquidity Issues, Revised Business Plans and Legal Strategies for Navigating Sudden and Unexpected Financial Distress
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May 4, 2020
Although most countries are still facing lockdowns and “stay-at-home” restrictions, there is increasing discussion about, and an anticipated implementation of, a gradual lifting of such restrictions. Even after people begin to return to work however, it will no longer be business as usual.
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Sweden
Setterwalls
May 3, 2020
Does your company need to restructure its business to survive financially during the prevailing situation with the spread of COVID-19? The government has presented a new proposal for a restructuring aid to Swedish companies based on turnover loss.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 3, 2020
This is a briefing on the following issuances as of May 4, 2020 in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 2, 2020
This is a briefing on the following issuances as of May 3, 2020 in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic:
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Cayman Islands
Campbells
May 2, 2020
Andrew Pullinger and Shaun Tracey take on leadership roles in the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators in the Caribbean
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
May 1, 2020
This legal briefing touches on Philippine issues in litigation and dispute resolution that may be triggered by the current COVID 19 crisis, or which have become more relevant because of it.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
April 30, 2020
Summarizes key aspects of Canada's plan to provide rent relief for small businesses affected by COVID-19.
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British Virgin Islands
Campbells
April 30, 2020
BVI was one of the first territories to put in place a regime to prevent the use of bearer shares. From January 1, 2005 the use of bearer shares has largely been eradicated in the BVI but issues still arise particularly in circumstances where the holder of bearer shares has died or is incapacitated.
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PLMJ
April 30, 2020
Learn more about PLMJ, WLG's Portuguese member firm.
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Portugal
PLMJ
April 29, 2020
On April 24, a set of measures came in to force with the aim of striking a balance between the financial sustainability of economic operators and the rights of consumers. The measures focus, in particular, on the cancellation of reservations in tourism developments and local lodging establishments.
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Italy
Gianni & Origoni
April 29, 2020
As the contagion rate and death toll caused by the Covid-19 emergency (“Covid-19”) continues to decrease, on 26 April 2020 the Prime Minister announced in a press conference the measures adopted to ease the lockdown during the so-called “phase 2".
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
April 28, 2020
The amendments to the Revised Rules on Evidence (Administrative Matter No. 19-08-15-SC) and Rules of Civil Procedure (Administrative Matter No. 19-10-20-SC) (collectively, the “Amended Rules”) will take effect on May 1, 2020.
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South Africa
ENS
April 27, 2020
Economists predict that the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic will lead to retrenchments on an unprecedented scale on the back of an already weak economy.
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South Africa
ENS
April 27, 2020
The UK’s highest court recently ruled that Morrisons, a supermarket group, was not vicariously liable for the criminal act of an employee with a grudge who leaked the payroll data of about 100 000 members of staff.
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South Africa
ENS
April 27, 2020
Update to C19 TERS and tax treatment of C19 TERS benefit
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
April 27, 2020
In our previous update, we examined the impact of the newly enacted COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020 (“Act”) on the construction industry. To recap, the Act provides temporary relief to contractors who are unable to fulfil certain contractual obligations because of COVID-19 event(s).
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
April 26, 2020
The Singapore Court of Appeal has recently delivered its decision in the case of Muhammad Nabill bin Mohd Fuad v Public Prosecutor [2020] SGCA 25, significantly expanding the scope of the prosecution’s duty of disclosure to the defense in criminal proceedings.
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England
Gowling WLG
April 26, 2020
We analyse the approach of the TCC in the recent decision of Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Limited and Astec Projects Limited (in liquidation) [2020].
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England, United Kingdom
Gowling WLG
April 26, 2020
On 21 April 2020, the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) dismissed a challenge by Ecolab, Inc. ("Ecolab") to the Competition Markets Authority's (CMA) decision in its final report on Ecolab's completed acquisition of The Holchem Group Limited.
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Peru
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados
April 26, 2020
Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados advised a syndicate of lenders in connection with the refinancing of a 2016 US$ 275,000,000 loan granted to Compañía de Minas Buenaventura S.A.A.
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Singapore
WongPartnership LLP
April 26, 2020
On 17 April 2020, the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) published an e-Tax Guide titled “Income Tax Treatment of Digital Tokens” which provides guidance on the income tax treatment of transactions involving digital tokens.
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France
Soulier Avocats
April 25, 2020
On April 24, 2020, the Versailles Court of Appeals handed down an insightful "Amazon" decision that is in line with the need to reconcile the necessity to maintain a business activity with the preservation of employees’ health.
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April 24, 2020
The spread of SARS-CoV-2 has created an urgent need to scale up the production and supply of essential medical equipment, including so-called Rapidly Manufactured Ventilator Systems (RMVSs), to treat COVID-19 patients. To help meet this challenge, the UK government announced on 3 April 2020 that it will indemnify designers and manufacturers of...
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Sweden
Setterwalls
April 23, 2020
The current covid-19 pandemic has an impact on most aspects of our lives and economies, M&A deals being no exception. In this PDF we share with you some of our thoughts and expectations in relation to trends within M&A deals, as well as some insights into distressed M&A deals, in different contexts.
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South Africa
ENS
April 23, 2020
In light of President Ramaphosa’s announcement of a phased approach to the end of lockdown, many businesses will still be required to remain closed (or partially closed) after 30 April 2020.
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USA
Greenberg Glusker LLP
April 23, 2020
The U.S. Supreme Court has a history of rendering muddled decisions when interpreting key environmental statutes, and with its decision in Atlantic Richfield Co. v. Christian et al., history repeats itself.
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April 22, 2020
WLG's International Trade Group hosted a webinar "US-Mexico-Canada Agreement: Update, Key Priorities, and Implementation in a Post-Pandemic World."
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Portugal
PLMJ
April 21, 2020
On March 5, the CMVM published Regulation 2/2020 on the Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing, to provide the regulations under Law 83/2017 of August 18.
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Philippines
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
April 21, 2020
The Philippine Government has issued a slew of resolutions and circulars as part of its response to the COVID 19 pandemic and unsurprisingly, a number of legal and practical issues have beset businesses and persons under the Luzon-wide enhanced community quarantine (ECQ).
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USA
Faegre Drinker
April 21, 2020
The DOJ and FTC are monitoring employers, staffing companies and recruiters that may engage in anticompetitive behavior that hurts essential employees during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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USA
Faegre Drinker
April 21, 2020
A discussion of federal and state laws governing electronic execution of contracts, along with some important considerations.
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South Africa
ENS
April 20, 2020
Financial services under lockdown
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South Africa
ENS
April 20, 2020
Market participants are undertaking significant work to prepare for a transition away from the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”).
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South Africa
ENS
April 20, 2020
In light of the declaration of a national state of disaster as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it is now likely that schools and further learning institutions in South Africa will remain closed for the foreseeable future (even after the national lockdown period) and online teaching
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South Africa
ENS
April 20, 2020
In light of the declaration of a national state of disaster as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it is now likely that schools and further learning institutions in South Africa will remain closed for the foreseeable future (even after the national lockdown period) and online teaching
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Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership
April 19, 2020
Eastern Mediterranean gas has heightened existing maritime boundary disputes in the region but may act as a catalyst for peace in the region, triggering the need for cooperation in the region. This article takes a look at the legal regime applicable to offshore pipeline projects in the region.
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South Africa
ENS
April 19, 2020
In recognition of the ability to detect the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in sewage and the critical role of basic hygiene in combatting COVID-19, the Minister of the Department of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation has published, on 15 April 2020, directions in terms of the Disaster Management Act, 2
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
April 19, 2020
In this article, we will focus on waste to energy projects (“WTE Project”) operated by project developers using municipal solid waste collected by local administrative organizations as a fuel source.
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Sweden
Setterwalls
April 19, 2020
As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, Swedish courts have been forced to postpone main hearings in commercial disputes.
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South Africa
ENS
April 19, 2020
In order to provide guidance to litigators in navigating the national state of disaster, the Chief Justice has issued two sets of directives that apply to all courts across the country.
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Thailand
Chandler MHM Limited
April 19, 2020
It is now possible for attendees to attend board of directors and shareholders’ meetings from overseas. In addition, the requirement that one-third of the quorum must physically attend a meeting at the same venue, was removed.
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April 16, 2020
On 7 April 2020, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) issued a Notice to sponsors on validation and qualification of computerised systems used in clinical trials (Notice). This Notice was developed by the EMA’s GCP Inspectors Working Group (IWG) and the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) to highlight for clinical trial sponsors...
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South Africa
ENS
April 16, 2020
On 16 April 2020, the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs issued a notice which amended several material aspects of the lockdown regulations issued in terms of section 27(2) of the Disaster Management Act, 2002.
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Sweden
Setterwalls
April 16, 2020
The focus in society has now started to shift to strategies for a gradual and safe lifting of the confinement measures set out to reverse the spread of COVID-19.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
April 16, 2020
The Federal Economic Competition Commission (COFECE) published an update to the Resolution initially published on March 24, 2020, which resolved that the terms and deadlines for some of the procedures before COFECE are suspended.
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South Africa
ENS
April 15, 2020
In the wake of the rapid developments to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Temporary Relief Scheme (“C19 TERS”) in the past few weeks, it is critical that employers remain informed and up-to-date on the latest processes in place.
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South Africa
ENS
April 15, 2020
A recent government notice amended the regulations published in terms of the Disaster Management Act, 2002 to provide for the mandatory establishment of the COVID‑19 Tracing Database by the National Department of Health. This database will trace people who are known or reasonably suspected to have c
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
April 15, 2020
Guyer & Regules successfully represented affiliate of the Brazilian state owned oil company Petrobras (PUDSA) and Axion Energy in two separate arbitrations against state owned company that holds the monopoly over petroleum importation and refining – ANCAP.
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
April 14, 2020
Roemmers S.A. acquired 100% of Daniel Isaac Haymann Gold shareholding in Laboratorios Haymann S.A. (“Haymann”). As per the previously applicable Uruguayan antitrust regulations, the operation had to be notified to the Antitrust Authority.
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England
Gowling WLG
April 13, 2020
To prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), the Government passed the Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) Regulations 2020 ("COVID-19 Regulations"), under which certain businesses and venues are under an obligation to close unless an exception applies.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
April 8, 2020
Considering the measures adopted to mitigate the economic effects caused by COVID-19, the National Banking and Securities Commission («CNBV»), announced administrative benefits can comply with their obligations in terms of presenting periodic information.
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USA, Uruguay
Guyer & Regules, Locke Lord LLP
April 6, 2020
A Locke Lord Chicago attorney met with several attorneys from Guyer & Regules based in Uruguay in December.
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USA, Italy
Gianni & Origoni, Locke Lord LLP
April 5, 2020
In March, Locke Lord Boston lawyers had a call with Gianni, Origoni, Grippo, Cappelli & Partners lawyers in New York.
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Chile
Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr
April 5, 2020
On April 6, 2020, a law authorizing access to benefit of unemployment insurance of Law No. 19,728 in exceptional circumstances was published. Its purpose is to protect job stability and income of employees who, due to COVID-19, are unable to perform services or need to adjust their working hours.
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Gianni & Origoni
April 5, 2020
Last Friday, the European Commission adopted an amendment to existing State Aid rules to widen the perimeter of the national measures which can be authorized based on the exceptional legal framework to cope with the current crisis.
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Chile
Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr
April 2, 2020
Given the magnitude of the economic and human effects produced by the expansion of COVID-19 in our country, the council of the Commission for the Financial Market, has announced measures to mitigate the impact of the economic shock caused in our financial system.
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WongPartnership LLP
April 2, 2020
The Ministry of Law has just released a draft of the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Bill which will address various matters arising on account of the COVID-19 situation.
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April 2, 2020
The World Law Group Human Resources Group hosted a webinar where member firm lawyers from around the globe discussed:
- A Balancing Act: Managing the Rights of Employers Versus Employees
- Options for Leave: Use of Paid Time Off, Unpaid Leave and Employee Furloughs
- Government Lockdowns and Plant Closings: The Right to Work Versus the...
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
April 1, 2020
The Central Bank of Mexico published promotes the healthy development of the financial system, ensuring its stability and proper functioning of the payment system.
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Gianni & Origoni
April 1, 2020
On April 1, the Prime Minister adopted a new decree to extend the lockdown measures previously introduced through the decrees issued in March. These decrees have progressively introduced lockdown measures, first limited to the Lombardy region and 14 provinces, then extended to the entire country, further strengthened and most recently, on March...
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 30, 2020
The General Sanitary Council, exercising its powers as a sanitary authority conferred under the Political Constitution of the United Mexican States and the General Health Law, declared the COVID-19 a sanitary emergency due to force majeure.
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March 27, 2020
With only two months to go before the date of application of the Medical Devices Regulation (MDR) on 26 May 2020, the Commission has taken various steps towards its implementation. As we have discussed, while there are lots of good intentions, there is still much to be done – although it now seems that a... Continue Reading
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March 27, 2020
The EMA and the competent authorities of the EU Member States have issued guidance to manage the conduct of clinical trials and the supply of medicinal products during the COVID-19 pandemic. This Guidance is particularly important for all sponsors conducting studies in the EU and for pharmaceutical companies supplying medicines in the EU. We...
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 27, 2020
The Mexican Federal Economic Competition Commission released a statement stating its position regarding the enforcement of the Mexican Federal Economic Competition Law in view of the current COVID-19 sanitary crisis.
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Chile
Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr
March 25, 2020
On March 26, 2020, Law No. 21,220 was published in the Official Gazette, which modifies the Labor Code on remote work, also known as the “Telework Law”. The effective date of said law is April 1, 2020.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 25, 2020
Mexico's Ministry of Economy published, in the Federal Official Gazette, the «Agreement establishing the suspension of legal deadlines and terms at the Ministry of Economy and establishing administrative measures to contain the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19».
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 25, 2020
Considering the different measures gradually adopted to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the National Banking and Securities Commission of Mexico published extraordinary measures and the suspension of certain deadlines for entities supervised by the Commission.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 25, 2020
The Ministry of Energy («SENER») published the «Agreement establishing the suspension of legal deadlines and terms at the Ministry of Energy, as a measure to prevent and fight the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19».
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 24, 2020
Considering the different measures adopted to avoid spreading COVID-19 and their effects on the economic market, banks in Mexico proposed the total or partial deferral for the payment of principal and interests for certain types of credit.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 23, 2020
Mexico City's Ministry of Urban Development and Housing («SEDUVI») published an Agreement defining the scope of the suspension of the terms and deadlines before the agencies, decentralized bodies, city halls, and Public Administration entities in regard to urban development.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 23, 2020
Mexico City's Government published the Agreement that determines the Temporary Suspension of Activities of Establishments, Educational Centers, and Public and Private Events of over 50 people, to avoid the spread of COVID-19.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 23, 2020
The Energy Regulatory Commission («CRE») published the «Agreement number A/010/2020 establishing the suspension of legal deadlines and terms at the Energy Regulatory Commission, as a measure to prevent and contain the spread of the COVID-19.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 20, 2020
Mexico City's Government published the suspension of terms and deadlines before agencies, decentralized bodies, city halls, and entities of the Public Administration declaring the days from March 23 through April 19 as non-working days to prevent the transmission of COVID-19.
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Mexico
Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 16, 2020
In accordance with recommendations of the World Health Organization and as a preventive measure to contain the spread of COVID-19 in Mexico, the Justices of the Mexican Supreme Court decided to suspend all judicial activity from March 18 to April 19, 2020.
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Santamarina y Steta S.C.
March 10, 2020
Until March 10, 2020, the Mexican Government has not established any formal legal non-tariff barriers, restrictions and/or regulations or any other technical barrier regarding the importation or re-exportation of goods coming from China into Mexico.
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ENS
March 7, 2020
The slowdown of manufacturing in China due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is disrupting world trade and could result in a USD50-billion decrease in exports across global value chains, according to estimates published by United Nations Conference on Trade and Development on March 4.
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South Africa
ENS
February 10, 2020
issue 8 | ENSafrica’s newsworthy stories on data privacy and compliance
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South Africa
ENS
February 10, 2020
issue 42 | a snapshot of the latest tax developments in South Africa.
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South Africa
ENS
February 10, 2020
In terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (the “MHSA”), the employer of a mine is required to ensure health and safety as far as reasonably practicable (sections 2 and 5). The MHSA also places specific obligations on employers to ensure an adequate supply of health and safety equipment...
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South Africa
ENS
February 10, 2020
Market inquiries have become a prominent feature of the South African competition law landscape.
Historically, the Competition Act, 1998 did not afford the Competition Commission (the “Commission”) the power to take binding remedial action. The Commission was limited to producing reports containing
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ENS
February 10, 2020
Following the presentation of the 2020 Budget proposal and Finance Bill, 2019 to the National Assembly in October 2019, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, MR. Muhammadu Buhari, signed the Bill into law on 13 January 2020.
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South Africa
ENS
February 9, 2020
British companies have made bigger profits investing in Africa than in any other region of the world, according to a new report from the Overseas Development Institute (ODI), which urges firms to seek profits on the continent rather than seeing it as a place to do charitable work.
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February 6, 2020
WLG's International Corporate Transactions group hosted a webinar with Duff & Phelps on Global M&A Insights. View the recording and supporting materials here.
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USA
Locke Lord LLP
February 5, 2020
Massachusetts House of Representatives passed a bill impacting Host Community Agreements. These State-required contracts are the lynchpin of the license application process in Massachusetts because marijuana businesses must enter into such agreements with the city or town where they operate.
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ENS
February 4, 2020
Updates on this Law provide that:
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South Africa
ENS
February 4, 2020
Chairperson of the Information Regulator, Advocate Pansy Tlakula, recently sent a request to President Cyril Ramaphosa to declare that the remaining provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (“POPIA”) commence on 1 April 2020 (“Commencement Date”).
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South Africa
ENS
February 3, 2020
In South Africa, copyright judgments are few and far between, especially judgments of the Supreme Court of Appeal (“SCA”). This makes the recent case of Tellytrack v Marshalls World of Sport (Pty) Ltd and others, worth noting, even if it does deal with a somewhat esoteric issue.
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South Africa
ENS
February 3, 2020
You know what it’s like – you have a cushy job, you’re earning well, you’re travelling the world. Yet, you’re still not happy. The head honcho stubbornly refuses to retire, the designated successor clearly isn’t right for the job, and you have this somewhat awkward relationship with the next-in-line
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USA, Germany
Miller & Martin PLLC, Taylor Wessing
January 30, 2020
Taylor Wessing and Miller & Martin Collaborate to Serve German Client’s Operations in the U.S. for Nearly 15 Years
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Miller & Martin PLLC
January 29, 2020
Miller & Martin, PLLC, announces the addition of former Assistant U.S. Attorney Lynsey Barron to the firm’s Atlanta, Ga. office as a Member in its litigation department.
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Canada
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
January 22, 2020
In a decision handed down on December 9, 2019, 1 the Québec Superior Court stressed the importance of keeping the identity of whistleblowers and their statements confidential in the context of investigations into wrongdoing within a public body.
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January 14, 2020
You're invited to join WLG's Artificial Intelligence group for their 2020 webinar series.
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January 14, 2020
World Law Group's International Corporate Transactions Group invites you to attend a "Global M&A Insights" webinar on February 6, 2020 at 8:00 am EST.
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Cayman Islands
Campbells
January 12, 2020
Campbells is delighted to announce our 50th anniversary. The Firm was founded by Bruce Campbell in 1970. From humble beginnings as a one-man-band operating from the kitchen table in Bruce’s Bodden Town home, Campbells now has over 100 employees.
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USA
Lane Powell PC
January 10, 2020
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) regulations for issuing retail cannabis licenses prohibit, among other things, a retail cannabis business within 1000 feet of the “perimeter of the grounds” of a school.
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December 26, 2019
Season's Greetings from World Law Group.
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Australia
MinterEllison
December 6, 2019
MinterEllison is helping young lawyers put their skills and interests to use in other areas of the firm than traditional law.
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South Korea
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC, VILAF
December 1, 2019
BKL’s Vietnam team and Vietnam office contributed to the successful closing of the transaction by advising on all legal aspects of the transaction.
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CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz, Locke Lord LLP, MinterEllison, Setterwalls, Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
November 27, 2019
Regional Roundtable Updates from the 2019 EMEA Conference.
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November 26, 2019
On November 19, the World Law Group held a webinar on vaping and the legal issues related to the current controversy in the U.S., and anticipated developments in Europe. Listen to Josh Ashby and Pilar French’s insight on the legal issues regarding: Legal distinctions between tobacco and cannabis with respect to vaping; How different U.S.......
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November 19, 2019
WLG's Cannabis Practice Group hosted a webinar on The Vaping Health Controversy. View the recording and materials here.
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November 14, 2019
Join the World Law Group for an upcoming webinar on vaping and the legal issues related to the current controversy in the U.S. and anticipated developments in Europe—all WLG members, lawyers and clients are welcome to join us on November 19, 2019, from 8 – 9 a.m. PST,. The webinar will focus on legal issues,... Continue Reading…
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November 7, 2019
As we discussed last week, the United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) released their interim final rules for hemp manufacturing, and those rules were published in the Federal Register on Thursday, October 31. Hemp growers should note the rules on testing within the 0.3% limit that dictate whether the produced crop is classified as...
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Poland
Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
November 7, 2019
Recently, the most discussed amendment is that introduced in the Act of 4 July 2019 on amending the Act – Code of Civil Procedure and selected other acts.
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World Law Group
November 4, 2019
WLG Website tips and instructions on how-to create your members-only account on the WLG website.
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USA, South Korea
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
November 1, 2019
This is the first case in which a domestic Korean company became the largest shareholder of a foreign company listed on the KOSDAQ by acquiring shares from the largest shareholder who is a foreigner.
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October 30, 2019
On October 29th the United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) released draft rules for hemp manufacturing and the state regulatory programs that oversee the industry with a press release. These rules will become effective when published in the Federal Register on Thursday, upon which a 60-day public comment period shall begin. At 161...
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October 21, 2019
On September 25, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1595, also known as the SAFE Banking Act of 2019, which aims “to increase public safety by ensuring access to financial services to cannabis-related legitimate businesses and service providers and reducing the amount of cash at such businesses,” as stated in its purpose. The bill......
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China, South Korea
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC, Zhong Lun Law Firm
October 1, 2019
Two WLG member firms collaborate on construction overseas for material production plant in Tongxiang.
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Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
September 29, 2019
The Uruguay’s legislative branch completed the parliamentary process modifying Act No. 18.159 on the promotion and defense of competition (the “Reform”). Uruguay introduces premerger control for economic concentrations and a new provision listing practices that would become per se unlawfu
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September 25, 2019
A recent CJEU judgment serves as a useful reminder to pharmaceutical companies of the dangers of registering a trade mark prematurely in the development of pharmaceutical products. Background of the case On 28 November 2017, Viridis Pharmaceutical Ltd brought an appeal before the CJEU against the General Court’s verdict to uphold the EUIPO’s...
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September 24, 2019
On 18 July 2019, the European Commission imposed a €242 million fine on the multinational chipset manufacturer Qualcomm for engaging in predatory pricing in the market for 3G baseband chipsets, a component that enables smartphones and tablets to connect to cellular networks for voice and data transmission. Following an April 2010 complaint...
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September 24, 2019
Stay connected! Download the WLG Events App to view full programs, delegate directories and much more for our Regional and Semi-Annual Events.
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September 18, 2019
On 9 September 2019, Advocate General Bobek advised in the framework of the case C-228/18, Budapest Bank, that a competition agency can establish a twin by object infringement and by effect infringement for the same conduct. On 24 April 1996, in the framework of a multilateral cooperation procedure to discuss issues concerning card business,...
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VILAF
September 17, 2019
Learn more about VILAF, WLG's Vietnamese member firm and host of the 2019 Fall Semi-Annual Conference.
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September 17, 2019
The Spanish National Markets and Competition Commission (CNMC) continues its struggle to develop a regulatory framework without unfair discrimination between the taxi sector and the private hire sector (vehículo de transporte con conductor, “VTC”). Last July 4, it issued a report analyzing certain aspects of the Madrid City Council’s draft...
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September 12, 2019
On 6 September 2019, Regulation (EU) 2019/1381 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the transparency and sustainability of the EU risk assessment in the food chain (the “Regulation”) was published in the Official Journal of the European Union. Review of the matters addressed by the Regulation was initially prompted by a European......
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September 4, 2019
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), on August 20, 2019 the Swedish data protection authority imposed the first fine in Europe for the use of facial recognition technology, understood as a type of biometric identification that uses physiological traits to verify the identity of individuals. Specifically, the Swedish authority...
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USA, France
Locke Lord LLP, Soulier Avocats
September 2, 2019
A Locke Lord team was retained to represent a French manufacturer and its affiliates in an ERISA withdrawal liability suit brought in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts after receiving an introduction from World Law Group member Soulier Avocats.
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Thailand, Vietnam
Chandler MHM Limited, VILAF
August 29, 2019
Chandler MHM and VILAF hold a joint seminar in Bangkok on investing in Vietnam
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Thailand, Vietnam
Chandler MHM Limited, VILAF
August 29, 2019
Chandler MHM is advising the lender on the project financing of a solar power project to a Vietnamese borrower, arguably the first project financing by a Thai financial institution to a Vietnamese borrower. VILAF has also acted as legal counsel to the lender.
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USA, Germany
Locke Lord LLP, Taylor Wessing
August 12, 2019
A Locke Lord team represented 1WorldSync Holdings, a leading software-as-a-service (SaaS) network, in its acquisition by Battery Ventures, a global, technology-focused investment firm. Several attorneys from Taylor Wessing Germany provided local counsel on this cross-border transaction.
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August 8, 2019
In two decisions dated May 16, 2019, the European Commission (EC) fined five banks—Barclays, The Royal Bank of Scotland (“RBS”), Citigroup, JPMorgan, and MUFG—over €1.068 billion for taking part in two foreign exchange market cartels involving over 11 different currencies. The two cartels were revealed by UBS, which was thus spared from a fine...
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August 4, 2019
Management of a security incident or data breach is a complex task, whether in one country or many. The aim of this publication is to have a dedicated resource on this subject. (Updated...
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June 13, 2019
Check out instructional videos on how-to navigate the basics of the WLG website.
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Guyer & Regules
June 11, 2019
Multiple World Law Group Member Firms are honored at the Euromoney LMG Americas Women in Business Law Awards June 11, 2019.
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USA, England, USA - Illinois, England
Faegre Drinker, Gowling WLG
June 5, 2019
Gowling WLG and Drinker Biddle & Reath collaborated on a joint discussion involving regulations governing exports and opportunities/risks for in North America.
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India, India
Vaish Associates
May 22, 2019
There have been some cases of conflict of jurisdiction between the Competition regulator and sector specific regulators , particularly , the Copyright Boards.
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USA, France, USA - Massachusetts, France
Locke Lord LLP, Soulier Avocats
May 20, 2019
Locke Lord and Soulier AARPI are serving together as co-counsel in a lawsuit brought against a French client and its affiliates in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.
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Goodmans LLP
May 7, 2019
Amalia Berg of Goodmans LLP presents on the most recent updates to Canadian Trademark Law.
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May 2, 2019
WLG's International Trade Law Practice Group hosted a webinar on Brazil's Trade Policy Under the New Government, presented by Vera Kanas of TozzinFreire.
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USA, England, England, USA - Georgia
Gowling WLG, Miller & Martin PLLC
April 29, 2019
During the week of April 29 th , Miller & Martin hosted Kris Rogers and Jonathan Behar of Gowling WLG as they traveled through Georgia.
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USA, China, USA - Georgia, China
Miller & Martin PLLC, Zhong Lun Law Firm
April 9, 2019
On April 9, 2019, Gray McCalley and Ashley Halfman from Printpack and Scott Guan from Zhong Lun visited the Atlanta office of Miller & Martin PLLC for a discussion with Miller & Martin lawyers, from both Atlanta and Chattanooga, regarding cross-border business opportunities between the U.S. and China.
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April 3, 2019
World Law Group members recently hosted a series of Cannabis Legalization Webinars. View the recordings, listen to the audio tracks and download the PDF presentations.
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Gowling WLG
March 19, 2019
World Law Group's International Trade Law Group recently hosted a webinar titled “Brexit: Three Years Old and Now Running Out of Steam – Or Is It?”.
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Argentina, Italy, Argentina, Italy
Alfaro Abogados, Gianni & Origoni
March 15, 2019
Gianni, Origoni, Grippo, Cappelli & Partners from Italy and Alfaro-Abogados from Argentina have successfully cooperated in a transaction concerning the acquisition by Apax Partners, a private equity investment group, of 100% of AEB Group, from SK Capital.
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Arnold & Porter, MinterEllison
December 10, 2018
In a successful referral from Arnold & Porter, MinterEllison have worked with Albermarle to signed acquisition agreements with Mineral Resources to acquire a 50% interest in the Wodgina lithium project for US$1.5 billion.
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USA, Netherlands, Netherlands, USA - Massachusetts
CMS Netherlands, Locke Lord LLP
October 15, 2018
Martika Jonk of CMS Netherlands is providing local corporate advice to a Locke Lord client on a proposed venture investment in a Dutch company.
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Brazil, Costa Rica, Costa Rica, Brazil
Arias, TozziniFreire Advogados
October 10, 2018
TozziniFreire Advogados is cooperating with Arias Law on litigation matters for a global supplier of sustainable and innovative solutions.
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USA, Costa Rica, Costa Rica, USA - Massachusetts
Arias, Locke Lord LLP
October 5, 2018
Kathleen Swan of Locke Lord and Vicente Lines of Arias work together on Costa Rican Venture Finance Transaction.
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USA, Canada, Mexico, Netherlands, Netherlands, USA - Illinois, Canada - Ontario, Mexico
CMS Netherlands, Faegre Drinker, Goodmans LLP, Santamarina y Steta S.C.
September 1, 2018
On January 30, 2018, Refresco Group N.V. completed its USD 1.25-billion cash acquisition of Cott Corp.’s bottling activities (Cott Beverages).
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USA, Finland, Finland, USA - Massachusetts
Castrén & Snellman, Locke Lord LLP
August 15, 2018
Castren & Snellman and Locke Lord collaborated to provide advice to Castren’s client, Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB, Helsinki Branch (SEB), in connection with an agreement to purchase receivables from the U.S. affiliate of a customer of the bank.
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Alfaro Abogados, Guyer & Regules, Santamarina y Steta S.C.
July 24, 2018
WLG's Latin American member firms regularly collaborate for clients in the region.
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USA, South Korea, South Korea, USA - Illinois
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC, Faegre Drinker
May 28, 2018
Drinker Biddle & Reath is assisting one of Bae Kim & Lee’s largest clients, a Korean electronics company, in connection with a joint venture in the United States between it and a large Chinese manufacturing company.
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USA, Brazil, USA - Illinois, Brazil
Faegre Drinker, TozziniFreire Advogados
May 21, 2018
TozziniFreire Advogados has partnered with Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
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USA, Australia, USA - Massachusetts, Australia
Locke Lord LLP, MinterEllison
May 17, 2018
Locke Lord's Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice Group engages with MinterEllison on the review of risk factors related to privacy and data collection issues.
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USA, Uruguay, USA - Florida, Uruguay
Guyer & Regules
February 6, 2018
Together, Greenberg Traurig and Guyer & Regules represented Corporación América Airports S.A. on its USD 485 Million IPO.
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Austria, Belgium, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Netherlands, Austria, Switzerland, Germany
CMS Belgium, CMS Germany, CMS Netherlands, CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz, CMS Switzerland
January 31, 2018
Capiton V GmbH & Co. Beteiligungs KG has entered into an agreement with the current majority shareholder Saffelberg Investments on the acquisition of a majority stake in Gemaco Group. Besides capiton, the management of Gemaco will acquire a participation in Gemaco Group.
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Norway, USA, Brazil, Norway, USA - Florida, Brazil
Schjødt, TozziniFreire Advogados
January 1, 2018
TozziniFreire Advogados partners with multiple WLG Members across jurisdictional matters involving corporate, labor and antitrust practices.
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Malaysia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Vietnam
Shearn Delamore & Co., VILAF
December 21, 2017
Swee-Kee Ng of Shearn Delamore & Co. visited VILAF's Nguyen Linh and two of his Corporate M&A partners.
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Germany, South Korea, South Korea, Germany
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC, CMS Germany
November 2, 2017
Acquisition by CJ CheilJedang of Selecta, a Brazilian manufacturer of high-protein vegetable ingredients.
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Singapore, South Korea, South Korea, Singapore
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC, WongPartnership LLP
November 2, 2017
Sky Yang of Bae, Kim & Lee LLC referred Hanwha Asset Management Co., Ltd. to Joy Tan and Elaine Chan of Wong Partnership.
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USA, South Korea, South Korea, USA - Florida
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
November 2, 2017
Bae, KIm & Lee LLC and Greenberg Traurig collaborate on US subsidiary matter.
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Finland, Finland
Castrén & Snellman, Guyer & Regules
November 1, 2017
Castrén & Snellman partner Kimmo Rekola referred Lazarel S.A., a subsidiary of Inspecta, to Juan Manuel Mercant of Guyer & Regules for legal procedures to appoint a new board of directors.
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Argentina, USA - Illinois, Canada - Ontario
Alfaro Abogados, City-Yuwa Partners, Faegre Drinker, Goodmans LLP
October 27, 2017
Alfaro-Abogados Teams Up With WLG Member Firms in the U.S.A., Canada and Japan On Multiple Cross-Border Matters
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USA, Argentina, Argentina, USA - Massachusetts
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja, Locke Lord LLP
October 24, 2017
Bruchou, Fernández Madero & Lombardi and Locke Lord LLP team up to keep bicycles pedaling smoothly in Argentina.
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Germany, Mexico, Germany, Mexico
CMS Germany, Santamarina y Steta S.C.
October 23, 2017
Ever since I was a child, I was involved with the German culture and language mainly because I studied from elementary to Abitur (German Highschool) at the German School in Mexico City.
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Cuatrecasas, Goodmans LLP, Gowling WLG, Greenberg Glusker LLP, Setterwalls, TozziniFreire Advogados
October 10, 2017
Neil Sheehy, a partner with Goodmans LLP in Toronto, Ontario, Canada was elected as President of the world’s premier network of independent law firms last week during the World Law Group’s Fall Semi-Annual Conference and Members’ Meeting in Shanghai, China.
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USA, Canada, USA - Texas, Canada - Québec
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
September 24, 2017
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP represented the Public Sector Pension Investment Board (PSP Investments), one of Canada’s largest pension investment managers, in a series of transactions with Pattern Energy Group Inc.
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Singapore, South Korea, South Korea, Singapore
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC, WongPartnership LLP
September 24, 2017
Daewoo Amara Co., Ltd., a joint venture company established by Korean investors, and a Myanmar investor, have entered into agreements to develop, construct and operate a hotel complex near Inya Lake in Yangon, Myanmar on a build-operate-transfer basis.
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USA, Canada, Netherlands, Taiwan, Netherlands, Taiwan, Canada - Ontario, USA - Massachusetts
CMS Netherlands, Formosa Transnational, Goodmans LLP, Locke Lord LLP
September 24, 2017
Working with a team of World Law Group firms, Locke Lord LLP advised private equity fund client Nautic Partners on its acquisition of Endries International from Ferguson Enterprises, including its operations in Canada, the Netherlands and Taiwan.
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USA - Illinois
Faegre Drinker, Guyer & Regules
September 24, 2017
Drinker Biddle & Reath Refers Administrative Claims work to Guyer & Regules.
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China, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Spain, Italy, Mexico, China
CMS Germany, Cuatrecasas, Gianni & Origoni, Santamarina y Steta S.C., Zhong Lun Law Firm
July 26, 2017
Multiple Member Firms collaborate on a complex acquisition with a leading manufacturer of iron castings for the automotive industry.
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USA, Australia, Austria, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Netherlands, Austria, USA - Georgia, Australia, Poland, Germany
CMS Germany, CMS Netherlands, CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz, Miller & Martin PLLC, MinterEllison, Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
July 17, 2017
Miller & Martin Works with Australian and European Member Firmsto Represent Georgia-based National Property Solutions Group, LLC, in its Expansion Overseas.
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Austria, Belgium, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany
CMS Belgium, CMS Germany, CMS Netherlands, CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz, CMS Switzerland
July 17, 2017
German PE investor capiton acquired together with the management a majority stake in Gemaco Group from Belgium Saffelberg Investments.
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USA, South Korea, South Korea, USA - Georgia
Bae, Kim & Lee LLC, Miller & Martin PLLC
July 17, 2017
Miller & Martin worked with Korean Member Firm, Bae, Kim & Lee in the representation of Doublestar Group.
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USA, USA - Washington, DC
Arnold & Porter, Guyer & Regules
July 17, 2017
Arnold & Porter refers perfume trademark registration to Guyer & Regules.
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