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Disparity of treatment in unfair dismissal claims

The Jersey law test to be applied in cases of unfair dismissal involving misconduct has been confirmed in numerous cases before the Jersey Employment and Discrimination Tribunal.

Conyers Advises Quantinuum on its $300 Million Equity Fundraise In Series A Financing Round

The round is anchored by JPMorgan Chase, with additional participation from Mitsui & Co., Amgen and Honeywell, which remains the company’s majority shareholder.

Allen & Overy advises BNP Paribas and Société Générale on the financing of La Française des Jeux's takeover bid on Kindred

With this transaction, FDJ aims at creating a European gaming champion, which would become the second-largest operator in the sector in Europe.

Allen & Overy advises on liability management and first sustainability-linked bond by Mundys

The bond pays a fixed annual coupon of 4.75%.

ESG and Employment are key disputes risks in 2024 says new survey from Baker McKenzie

The seventh annual edition of 'The Year Ahead: Global Disputes Forecast, also highlights that 81% of respondents expect the number of disputes in 2024 to either stay the same or increase in 2024.

Plans to strengthen EU foreign direct investment screening outlined

The Commission’s proposals include measures intended to tackle the challenges encountered by businesses completing transactions that trigger notification requirements in multiple jurisdictions within the EU.

Dentons advises HSBC and OakNorth on £232 million of facilities to Splendid Hospitality Group

Splendid Hospitality Group is one of the UK’s largest privately owned hotel groups with a portfolio which spans across the UK.

Dentons advises QIIB on its US$500 million sustainable sukuk issuance

The issuance was rated A- by Fitch.

Allen & Overy LLP advises J.P. Morgan on landmark fintech securitisation in the Middle East

The financing will enable Tabby to strengthen its balance sheet and capitalise on the growing demand for its core buy now, pay later platform

Allen & Overy advises AUDACIA on the launch of its deeptech decarbonization fund, EXERGON

Combining entrepreneurial spirit with a deep understanding of decarbonization technologies, EXERGON aims to achieve a triple objective

Dentons advises Al Rajhi Bank

The Dentons team was led by partner Umera Ali, with support from senior associate Tony Nicholson and consultant Mahnoor Latif.

Herbert Smith Freehills and Toynbee Hall announce new collaboration to expand housing legal support in East London

This new collaboration introduces an additional housing clinic, providing critical legal support for individuals facing housing issues in East London.

Latham Wins Multiple Practice Group of the Year Awards

Firm wins top honors in six practices spanning key litigation, regulatory, and transactional areas.

Carey Olsen Singapore ranked Tier 1 for third consecutive year by The Legal 500

Managing partner Anthony McKenzie, Asia litigation head James Noble and principal Tom Katsaros have once again maintained their place as 'Leading Individuals'.

Bedell Cristin guides Strix Holdings in debt-for-equity swap in Attica Group acquisition

The wider deal resulted in a debt for equity swap of approximately 445 Million Euros, following which MIG eliminated its debt in exchange for Strix increasing its ownership in Attica.

Antitrust challenges to brokerage commission system rock real estate industry

In the Sitzer case, a jury ultimately issued a late October 2023 bombshell ruling in favor of the plaintiffs.

TLT completes acquisition for Aryza Group

Aryza is a global software and technology provider that specialises in delivering solutions for business across the credit and debt cycle.

Carey Olsen advises on launch of new private capital administration business, Palmer

Carey Olsen advised Palmer and its founding management team on all Jersey aspects of corporate structuring and regulatory licensing prior to the launch in January 2024.

Herbert Smith Freehills advises Big Society Capital and PTC Renewable Energy Ltd

The £11.7 million junior loan facility has enabled the community groups to take full ownership of each of their designated solar assets and repay BSC and PTC RE's original investment.

Ropes & Gray Advises H.I.G. Capital in Acquisition of CHA Consulting

H.I.G. Capital is a global alternative investment firm with $60 billion of capital under management.

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