10/08/2015
FCA warns on Raymond James clone
Fraudsters are using the details of firms we authorise to try to convince people that they work for a genuine, authorised firm.
Legal, Regulation & Compliance
10/08/2015
International tax report - Withers
In this quarterly report, we feature articles on important international tax developments around the world, written by our international tax lawyers based in the US, Asia and Europe.
10/07/2015
ECB sets out speaking guidelines after hedge fund slip
The revamp of the Frankfurt-based ECB's practices can serve as an example for other central banks gauging how best to balance transparency
10/07/2015
The GFSC sets out approach to EIF Director Thematic Review
The GFSC has today published a Policy Statement and accompanying paper setting out its approach to the thematic review of EIF Directors.
10/07/2015
The use of UK holding companies in international group structures - Withers
The location of a holding company is a significant consideration in any international corporate structure.
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.
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.