06/02/2021
How the world’s richest defend their wealth, with help from a dedicated industry
They’re paid millions to hide trillions.
Comment, Analysis & Research
06/02/2021
Article 27 representatives not liable under GDPR, says High Court
A number of companies have set themselves up to provide this representative service, but until now, it has not been entirely clear the extent to which such a representative might be liable itself to fines from supervisory authorities or other enforcement
06/02/2021
Norton Rose Fulbright wins second award
This year, Legal Week recognised Norton Rose Fulbright for its work in developing a new model for dealing with litigation following a significant cyber-attack.
06/01/2021
Conyers Wins Two Awards
Partner Richard Hall advised Huazhu Group Limited on its secondary listing of shares in the company on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.
05/31/2021
The (Artificial) Intelligent Investor
Robo-advisors are automated, digital platforms that provide financial-planning services based on market algorithms and trends – a stark contrast from traditional avenues such as investment advisors.
05/31/2021
Financial Regulation: Daily Update
The FCA has also published an infographic on the new rules and a research note on how incentives affect consumers’ choices, focusing on purchases of motor and home insurance made through price comparison websites.
05/28/2021
Bedell Cristin recognised as top offshore law firm
The eprivateclient rankings highlight the importance of offshore law firms and the role they play in the global private wealth sector.
05/27/2021
Private equity: the shift towards sustainable portfolios
The shift towards a sustainable portfolio reflects growing public concern about global challenges such as climate change, social inequality and access to clean water
05/27/2021
Family businesses in Europe fared better than other regions in response to COVID-19, says new report
European family businesses reported lower employee reductions, fewer business closures and more revenue increases.
05/27/2021
Net zero carbon: Is it all just hot air?
These GHG, or carbon, emissions have contributed to the steady rise in global temperatures.
05/26/2021
Why is Private Equity the asset class of choice in a volatile economy?
In Guernsey, the total flow of investments from UK investors facilitated by Guernsey funds has roughly doubled since 2013.
05/26/2021
How Sustainable Finance Can Support ESG Goals
Second, financial institutions have come to better understand the risks to investments associated with ESG issues.
05/25/2021
Maples Group Receives Four Awards
The annual awards recognise the best-in-class Irish corporate finance deals and profile the leading advisers in the Irish market.
05/25/2021
What does the new UK guidance on Right to Work mean to you and your employees?
It would also be worthwhile using this time to review your records
05/25/2021
Access to carbon data central to ’net zero’ infrastructure sector
The NZIIC said access to good carbon data “is essential in understanding how to plan, design, deliver, and operate infrastructure”.
05/25/2021
Formation of a Guernsey Company
Information on the types of company available in Guernsey and the process of incorporation.
05/25/2021
IBOR reform and the transition to RFRs in the loan markets
In this series of podcasts, experts from Linklaters’ international banking practice consider recent developments across different loan markets and the impact on market practice and documentation.
05/25/2021
Clifford Chance launches Intelligent VIMA Solutions that supercharge the creation of early-stage financing documents
Clifford Chance was part of the Working Group which developed and introduced VIMA, which is based on Singapore law.
05/25/2021
The rise in debt for equity swaps structured through Jersey
The use of Jersey as a jurisdiction of choice for restructurings involving debt for equity swaps has been growing – particularly for restructurings of UK and international corporate groups.
05/24/2021
The Panama Papers Double Cross How a spy-for-hire got closely guarded dirt on the global elite.
The operative who beat the system was a hybrid journalist/spy-for-hire named Mark Hollingsworth.