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DORA subcontracting standards near set as regulators relent

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) began to apply in January.

Latham Advises J.P. Morgan on Joint Venture With Quilam Capital

London team represents leading financial services firm in the transaction.

Macfarlanes advises Legal & General on acquisition and forward funding of build-to-rent site in Manchester in joint venture with Nest and PGGM

This investment expedites the capital deployment of the portfolio expected to grow up to £1bn in the coming years.

Hogan Lovells advises Weezevent Group on the acquisition of a majority stake in Eventix Holding B.V.

The parties have agreed not to disclose the purchase price.

Government commits to public inquiry recommendations transparency

Julian Diaz-Rainey of Pinsent Masons was commenting after the government made the commitment in its response to the final Grenfell Tower inquiry report last week.

Carey Olsen shortlisted for Chambers Asia-Pacific and Greater China Region Awards 2025

The winners will be chosen from 27 categories and announced at an awards ceremony at The Singapore EDITION on Friday 30 May 2025.

Project Finance International (PFI) has named Hafeet Rail as a Deal of the Year at its 2024 Project Finance International Awards

This transaction marks a significant milestone in the development of the rail sector across the UAE, Oman and the broader Middle East.

IWD 2025: employers can drive gender equality by acting on harassment law

In the UK, there are some indicators of progress on gender equality.

Dechert Advises Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking on the Financing of the Mixed-Use Property “Square d’Orléans”

The mixed-use property “Square d’Orléans,” located at 80 rue Taitbout, Paris 9, is listed as a historic monument and comprises 14,000 square meters of office

Dentons and Balcıoğlu Selçuk Eymirlioğlu Ardıyok Keki Attorney Partnership advise Anadolubank on its debut international bond issue

Goldman Sachs International acted as the Sole Bookrunner for the transaction.

London Partner Named in Law.com’s List of UK Legal Industry’s Best Up-And-Coming Women

Emily Cridland recognized in prestigious list of the top 25 women aged under 40 tipped to spearhead the next generation of leading partners.

Dentons advises Komerční banka on acquisition of SG Equipment Finance Czech Republic

The transaction closed in parallel with the sale by Société Générale of its equipment financing activities -- excluding activities in the Czech Republic and Slovakia -- to BPCE, a French financial group.

Employment Rights Bill amendments signify additional considerations for employers

The decision was made to alleviate concerns from businesses about the financial impact and potential strain on operations.

The interplay between insolvency and arbitration proceedings: an insight into developments across jurisdictions

In recent years, the interplay between arbitration clauses and winding up proceedings has come under scrutiny in various jurisdictions, with different courts arriving at different decisions.

Walkers advises GLP on the successful sale of GCP International to Ares Management Corporation

The Walkers team includes corporate and investment funds partner James Twigg, counsel Michael Kenny and associate Sophia Yuan. Walkers acted alongside lead counsel, Kirkland & Ellis.

Government to ban new leasehold flats in England and Wales

While freeholders argue that leasehold is effective for managing large complexes, the government is committed to making it easier to convert existing leaseholds to commonhold.

Mayer Brown advises SACE and Citibank on $400 million SACE Push Facility for Eletrobras

The funding is intended to support Eletrobras’ impressive growth plans in the next years.

Latham & Watkins Advises Ares Management Corporation in Completed Acquisition of GCP International

Firm’s asset management M&A and real estate teams advised the global alternative investment manager in transaction establishing a US$115+ billion global real assets platform.

A&O Shearman advises Eiffel Investment Group on a decarbonization fund

This fund, initiated by the Île-de-France region, aims to finance future leaders in ecological transition within the region.

DLA Piper advises AIB, Bank of Ireland and Société Générale on the EUR215 million financing of seven solar farms in Ireland

The financing of the 300 MW portfolio, for Power Capital Renewable Energy, represents one of the largest financings of solar in Ireland to date.

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