10/07/2015
Linklaters Advises Oman on debut sovereign Suksuk issue
The sukuk is proposed to be issued on the basis of a sukuk al-ijara structure, over government land, for a tenor of five years.
Legal, Regulation & Compliance
10/06/2015
Gloabl law firm announces two new senior hires in its FS Regulatory Compliance team
The aim is to develop a single service offering with consulting and legal services being offered together to provide complete regulatory solutions, including a cost-effective yet high quality authorisation and approval service.
10/06/2015
Britain proposes new rules to weed out 'bad apples' in banking
Banks would have to get references for new hires going back six years under proposals published by British regulators on Tuesday to stop "bad apples" in banking from switching jobs easily.
10/05/2015
German regulator hits out at ECB on banking supervision
The ECB’s supervisory chief said in a letter on Friday that the ECB has the power to suspend a bank’s payments to creditors if that institution is about to be resolved or liquidated
10/05/2015
Legal Speed Brief 2015 Autumn
Moreover, the Code establishes new regulation when providing procedural documents electronically.
10/05/2015
Industry miffed as Central Bank asks it to pay pension bill
Banking, insurance and investment sectors not impressed at request to underwrite deficit
10/05/2015
Morgan Lewis Welcomes New Partner to Tax Practice and Structured Transactions Team in London
Paul Beausang completes major team move and continues robust expansion of London office capabilities
10/05/2015
Banks' use of big data to be scrutinized by EU regulators
Algorithms are also being investigated
10/02/2015
Chinese visa overhaul could boost visitor numbers by 265k
It is proving uncompetitive to force Chinese visitors to obtain two visas every time they wish to visit the UK and Paris.
10/02/2015
High net worths negotiating divorce settlements rather than risk loss of privacy
Ironically, couples requesting such restrictions are required to alert the media to their privacy application
10/02/2015
Former spouses and your business – can your past affect your future?
The most effective way is not to marry but for many this is not an attractive option.
10/02/2015
Debevoise & Plimpton advises Sacturino in its Bid for Polyus Gold
Debevoise is advising Sacturino on the financing arrangements of the offer, which include a $5.49 billion facility
10/02/2015
Leading business law firm creating 75 jobs by end-2015
Strong growth in key practice areas including corporate law, dispute resolution and financial services
10/02/2015
Pitmans has acquired City-based Solicitors
The merger brings five specialists over from Calvert Solicitors
10/02/2015
Sberbank files bankruptcy claim against JFC ex-CEO Kekhman
A law on personal bankruptcy, under which an individual can be declared bankrupt upon a creditor’s request if the total amount of debt exceeds 500,000 rubles $7,600 took effect in Russia on October 1.
10/02/2015
FCA proposes changes to pension rules to enhance consumer protection
The Financial Conduct Authority has today outlined proposed changes to its pension rules to address the risks and challenges faced by consumers in the new retirement market.
10/02/2015
UK regulator to decide whether to end PPI claims
The FCA has now decided to consult, by the end of the year, on the introduction of a deadline by which consumers would need to make their PPI complaints or else lose their right to have them assessed by firms or by the Financial Ombudsman Service
10/02/2015
The modern landed estate: managing the enemy within
3 November 2015
10/02/2015
International Law Firm Boosts London Private Client Team
Skilled Advisor Latest Addition as Top-Ranked Practice Continues Rapid Expansion
10/02/2015
Abramovich QC Faces Banks In FX-Rigging Case
A QC who has acted for Roman Abramovich is to pursue multi-billion pound claims against global banks