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Guide to child adoption in Hong Kong

Every adoption in Hong Kong must be approved by a Court Order, including privately arranged adoptions between relatives.

EU: Future digital company law rules set to transform corporate administration

Deadlines in 2027, 2028 and 2029 mean businesses should consider preparing now

SRA sounds warning notice to high volume claim firms

UK legal industry regulator the Solicitors Regulation Authority said it was “concerned” by the behaviour of some law firms in how they deal with some ‘no win no fee’ cases.

AIFMD II should strengthen Ireland’s position as a lending centre for private credit

The implementation of AIFMD II, combined with the Central Bank of Ireland’s overhaul of its domestic AIF Rulebook, will enhance Ireland’s standing as a European hub for cross border credit.

Energy firms face extra compensation payouts over new smart meter rules

Ofgem said its compliance regime has already seen more than 900,000 misfunctioning smart meters repaired or replaced since 2024

Qatar set for overhaul of employees end of service payouts

A key part of the proposed approach is to channel and invest non-Qatari employees’ end of service gratuity payments

Civil Reform Bill 2026: Key changes explained

The Civil Reform Bill introduces an enormous overhaul to the discovery process.

The New Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework – Relevance for Cayman Investment Funds

Investment funds are not subject to the CARF Regulations unless they undertake activities that would render them a RCASP

Recovering attorney fees in the Middle East

As such, understanding what is required, and what it means for potential actions in the region, is an essential part of the action process – and may determine where you file a case in the first place.

A practical guide to trustee blessing applications for 'momentous' decisions

To ensure any blessing application stands the best chance of being approved notwithstanding challenges by beneficiaries, a degree of front-loading is required.

New Executive Order Declares National Emergency and Authorizes Tariffs on Goods from Countries Supplying Oil to Cuba

The Executive Order comes at a critical moment for Cuba, which, according to reports, is experiencing its worst economic crisis in the 67-year history of its communist revolution.

Updated UK data laws take effect this week

One DUAA change that has not been provided for under the new regulations is the transfer of the functions of the information commissioner into a new corporate structure.

Strengthening corporate defences against corruption in Singapore: Practical takeaways

Regulatory expectations now extend well beyond the existence of formal policies, focusing instead on whether companies can demonstrate credible, effective and lived compliance frameworks.

How ALSPs can help drive a smarter legal ops strategy

A successful legal ops strategy first requires identifying the gaps that need to be filled to help your team and business thrive.

Ireland confirms revamp of rules for renewable energy auctions

Charlotte Gourley, an energy policy expert with Pinsent Masons, said the decision had set out a clear path for future RESS auctions.

FCA opens review of future of AI across UK financial sector

The Financial Conduct Authority will look to explore how AI will impact on regulation, markets and consumers

Fundraising Regulator issues guidance for use of artificial intelligence in fundraising

The guidance stresses the importance of understanding how AI tools use, store and share data and whether or not it is a closed loop system.

Guernsey Court seizure of proceeds from crypto fraud establishes basis for future litigation

The ruling is notable not only for its scale but for the precedent it sets.

Dentons launches combination with leading firm in Thailand

Pisut & Partners has long been renowned as one of the leading service providers in the region.

UAE explores AI-assisted law making and ‘dynamic’ regulatory regime

Businesses will need to enhance their regulatory responsiveness, data governance frameworks, and organisational readiness for AI-driven oversight

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