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Harneys advises 3iQ on the launch of their crypto hedge fund platform for Global Institutional Investors

Harneys British Virgin Islands, acted as lead counsel to 3iQ on the establishment of QMAP’s BVI approved manager.

Herbert Smith Freehills advises Seb in its raising of 650 million euros on the Schuldschein (SSD) market

The international law firm Herbert Smith Freehills advised Seb, the French household appliances group, on its big return to the Schuldschein private debt market.

Hogan Lovells advises banks on the placement of the debut issuance of a Green Mortgage Pfandbrief of Wüstenrot Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft

The proceeds from the Green Mortgage Pfandbrief will be used by the issuer to fully or partially finance or refinance eligible green assets.

Deal-making predictions for 2024 – asset management, life sciences, European P2Ps and generative AI

Continued volatility in the debt markets has resulted in another subdued year for M&A, with global deal value and volume down 33% and 18% respectively compared with 2022.

Macfarlanes advises 7IM on acquisition of Amicus Wealth

This acquisition will create a group with a combined AUM of approximately £22bn, and over 550 employees and partners in the UK.

Dentons advises Immensa on its US$20 million Series B financing round

The funding will be instrumental in furthering Immensa's mission to revolutionise the manufacturing and inventory management industry through its innovative digital platform.

Collas Crill Advises Le Masurier

Le Masurier, one of Jersey’s oldest and largest property companies, submitted their proposal for the Broad Street regeneration project, Le Sablons

The legal outlook for fintech and payments 2024

All types of entities across the financial industry – from fintechs to digital natives to established financial institutions – are riding the wave of digital innovation.

SDLT and partnerships article in Tax Journal

It’s no secret that the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) treatment of partnership transactions is a notoriously complex area.

Four questions to ask your estate planning attorney

In the United States, asset conveyance is governed by state law, so you should always consult with an attorney in your state of residence.

Herbert Smith Freehills advises joint sponsors on Yan Palace's Hong Kong IPO

According to regulatory requirements, Jin Kong's official title is Senior Registered Foreign Lawyer in Hong Kong.

Latham Advises Simon Property Group on €750 Million Exchangeable Bond Issuance

Cross-border team represents the REIT engaged in the ownership of premier shopping, dining, entertainment, and mixed-use destinations in the offering.

Freshfields advises CVC Growth Funds on a significant minority investment in TOPdesk

CVC Growth Funds’ investment is expected to close in the first half of 2024, subject to certain regulatory clearances and employee representative bodies’ advice.

Baker McKenzie represented Axtel, S.A.B. de C.V. in its $60 million credit facility with the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation

The facility is a $60 million financing which is intended in part to refinance Axtel’s loan agreement with Export Development Canada.

Hogan Lovells advises Smart Metering Systems on its £1.3 billion takeover offer by KKR

The Hogan Lovells team was led by Corporate partner Patrick Sarch

Herbert Smith Freehills advises Chemist Warehouse on its proposed merger with Sigma Healthcare

Herbert Smith Freehills advises on proposed merger to create a leading healthcare wholesaler, distributor and retail pharmacy franchisor

Bird & Bird advises the sellers on sale of leading Jersey fiduciary, Garfield-Bennett Trust Company Limited to Summit Group Limited

The Bird & Bird team in London was led by Clive Hopewell (partner, Corporate), Richie Lamb (senior associate, Corporate) and Henry Everett (associate, Corporate).

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