01/13/2017
Italian associate offices drive Kennedys’ European expansion
At the start of 2016, we merged with Danish law firm Advokatfirmaet Erritzøe and announced two new associations in Norway and Sweden.
Legal, Regulation & Compliance
01/13/2017
Mifid II research rules befuddle managers
While there are many transformative elements of the new framework, few affect as many different market segments – and have such important economic implications – as research.
01/13/2017
Ex-adviser hit with jail sentence for £4m investment fraud
The client would then make a return by “flipping” the property ahead of when full payments for building costs needed to be paid.
01/13/2017
In Slovakia, 2017 brings new tax legislation
The Slovak Government and Parliament made several changes to the tax system
01/13/2017
We must have MORE control' MUDDLED Brexit will make London suffer, blasts Sadiq Khan
Brexit is being "muddled" and without preferential treatment London's bustling, money spinning financial hub will crumble to the ground
01/13/2017
Britain 'could be forced to follow EU law for 10 years after Brexit, Maltese PM hints
It could take 10 years to strike a Brexit deal with the EU
01/13/2017
Nutmeg to cut charges as robo competition intensifies
Nutmeg is set to cut fees and launch a new range of low cost products
01/13/2017
Germany's Schaeuble urges ECB to start unwinding stimulus this year
Schaeuble added it was "possible and necessary" for the next government to lower taxes after Germany's general election in September.
01/13/2017
Paye year end compliance 2016: Six things to consider
Employers should consider how to account for any taxes
01/12/2017
New company structure will lure tech start-ups to Luxembourg, says head of Ogier's corporate team
The new SARL-S company structure reduces minimum share capital and set-up costs, and is aimed at developing start-up activity in the tech sector within the jurisdiction.
01/12/2017
Herbert Smith Freehills - Financial regulation update
EBA decision adopting rules of procedure for investigation of breach of EU law
01/12/2017
BRRD - The Cyprus position - Harneys
In early 2013 the Cyprus banking sector was in severe difficulties.
01/12/2017
Esma Finds Improvement In Regulators' Supervision Of MIFID Best Execution Requirements
Best execution refers to the obligation under article 21 of MiFID for investment firms to execute orders on terms most favourable to their clients as an investor protection measure.
01/12/2017
Platform boss calls for FCA clarity on bulk transfers
What we’ve called the FCA to do is give some reassurance
01/12/2017
The favourable tax regime of new Italian residents
Actually, the Budget Law provides for three different regimes, together with a fast-track visa procedure for individuals and their families.
01/12/2017
Greek broadcasters want exemption from wealth declaration
The temporary derogation from the obligation to submit a wealth statement was called for until the court rules in a similar case for Greek judges.
01/12/2017
Verdict due in art dynasty scion's French tax fraud case
French tax authorities believe that the Wildensteins grossly undervalued their estate to minimise inheritance taxes.
01/12/2017
KWM drops lawsuit against ex-partner and Goodwin with deal to take on 26-strong team
The US firm is to take on a 26-strong team from KWM's European partnership to boost its City base
01/12/2017
Alonso Charges Dropped As Tax Fraud Allegations Continue To Dog Barcelona Players
Alonso, a native of Spain, moved to Liverpool in 2004 but made a switch to Real Madrid in 2009.
01/12/2017
The Regtech Revolution: Compliance and Wealth Management in 2017
This outlay can limit a firm’s ability to invest in growth.