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Global Legal Group
04/10/2024
216 pages

This guide covers key legal issues, rules, and developments regarding fraud and asset tracing across a range of jurisdictions.

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Region: Bermuda, British Virgin Isles, Cayman Islands, China, Cyprus, Guernsey, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Jersey, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Russia, Singapore, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
… DILIGENCE Door closes on foreign investors www.cdr-news.com April 2024 Commercial Dispute Resolution Contributing … Keith Oliver Peters & Peters Commercial Dispute Resolution is published by:@CDR_Magazine Gain the upper hand in disputes … developments in white-collar crime, please visit the CDR website. Andrew Mizner Editor Commercial Dispute Resolution …
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Global Legal Group
07/05/2023
186 pages

In this multi-jurisdictional guide, explore an overview of key legal issues, rules and developments regarding mergers and acquisitions across a range of jurisdictions.

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Region: Global, Belgium, Cyprus, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Norway, Romania, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States
… ISBN 978-1-83918-277-8 ISSN 2048-6839 This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Acquisitions 2023, 12th Edition 1 www.globallegalinsights.com Addressing ESG considerations in the M&A context Geoffrey … must be made publicly available on the company’s website.29 • 2010 California Transparency in Supply Chains …
Articles
10/06/2015

This article discusses new Swiss rules on insider dealing and market manipulation entered into force.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… Weber 2 Overhaul of Swiss Corporate Governance Regime for Listed Swiss Companies Following Approval of the Minder … rules, which will apply to all market participants, is expected to enter into force on 1 August 2013. By Philippe … 2013: the Federal Offi ce of Justice will review any com- ments made in the public hearings in detail and produce …
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Lydia Flocchini, Thomson Reuters
08/10/2011

This brief resource (Quick Counsel) discusses how legal research technology is transforming the practice of law for in-house counsel and how technological advancements are saving law departments money.

… Articles Legal Research Technology for Corporate Counsel Author Lydia Flocchini, Thomson Reuters … (Quick Counsel) discusses how legal research technology is transforming the practice of law for in-house counsel and … decades, legal research has evolved from print research to online research. With both types, the goal is the same: to …
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Owen D. Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
10/05/2022
7 pages

This article focuses on how to pay the “Acquisition Consideration,” the purchase price for the business being acquired, with cash, stock, assumption of debt, a combination, or some other form of payment. Following the discussion are “Deal Points” on important considerations in the purchase or sale of a business: what to do, and what at all costs not to do.

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Region: United States
… a trial membership . … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: www.kurtinlaw.com 1 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS III: … DEAL POINTS May 2022 I. Executive Summary This is the third of a series of periodically issued advisories on … (“M&A II”), are available with other M&A resources on our website at Kurtin PLLC Mergers & Acquisitions and on Lexology …
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CMS
06/06/2016
80 pages

This article addresses the principle of limited liability that has been the central tenet of company law since it was adopted in the United Kingdom, and most countries in continental Europe during the latter half of the 19th century.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom
… Istanbul Mexico City Glasgow Muscat Podgorica Tehran There is increasing regulation and law which can make the ultimate … this information, which is publicly available through its website. 6.4 Any shareholder of a listed company must notify … Albania Lulzim Alushaj E lulzim.alushaj@cms-aacs.com Mirko Daidone E mirko.daidone@cms-aacs.com Austria Peter …
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Philip Calderone, Alan Greenspan, Derek Holland, Erin Kilgore
10/30/2014

Discover how to handle alcohol-related issues that every company must address, from meetings and social events to HR issues. What is the three-tier system and how does it work, including restrictions on marketing practices, licensing, etc.? What is the regulatory framework (state and federal) for becoming part of the industry and/or having an event where alcohol is served? What is the liability of businesses that host events where alcohol is served to the public or to employees (i.e. driving while intoxicated, personal injury, etc.)? Speakers will discuss workplace drug and alcohol programs and policies and provide sample materials.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… from meetings and social events to HR issues. What is the three-tier system and how does it work, including … etc.? What is the regulatory framework (state and federal) for becoming part of the industry and/or having an event … Substances tested under a DOT/FMCSA program: • Marijuana • Cocaine • Opiates (opium and codeine derivatives) • …
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Global Legal Group
04/22/2024
250 pages

This guide provides in-house counsel, government agencies and private practice lawyers with a practical insight into cartel enforcement policy and procedure, including leniency/amnesty regimes, administrative settlement, sanctions and appeals.

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Region: Belgium, Brazil, Cyprus, European Union, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom
… customer.service@glgroup.co.uk / www.globallegalinsights.com +44 207 367 0720 Copyright © 2024 Global Legal Group Ltd. … ISBN 978-1-83918-339-3 ISSN 2050-7593 This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … 10 years of the Leniency Programme can be found at CADE’s website.3 Although, in 2023, CADE signed only two leniency …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/07/2020
Companies today are expected to have detailed and multi-faceted social media touch points with customers and stakeholders. This does not mean that advertising law has suddenly relaxed, or that corporate legal obligations in each legal jurisdiction have gone away. In many cases, with new digital privacy and consumer protection laws and regulations going into effect around the world regularly, the legal field is more complex than ever.
… into effect around the world regularly, the legal field is more complex than ever. Resource Details Interest Area: … digital advertising model is increasing the ranking of the website on a search engine by increasing traffic to the site. … media accounts, visit ACC Docket’s website:  accdocket.com/articles/ceo-social-media.cfm Multi-jurisdictional …
… Events Safeguarding Your Brand Online: Key Insights from Law Department Leaders Available … Litigation and Dispute Resolution Details & Registration … In today’s digital world, the online presence and promotion of your brand is more important than ever. Join industry experts as they …
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CMS
10/10/2022
462 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about legal frameworks and key rules regarding directors' duties and responsibilities.

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Region: Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, South America, Albania, Angola, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Kenya, Luxembourg, Mexico, Monaco, Oman, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Czech Republic, Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
… Articles CMS Expert Guide for Directors and CEOs (CMS) Author CMS October 10, 2022 462 … 2.1 What form does the board of directors take? 2.2 What is the role of non-executive or supervisory directors? 2.3 … The announcement must be published on the company’s website. An overview of the decisions and transactions, …
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Owen Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
03/07/2023
12 pages

This article will focuses on an Acquiror’s financing of an M&A transaction, whether through cash, use of existing Acquiror stock, issuance of new Acquiror stock, debt, assumption of Target debt or some combination thereof.

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Region: United States
… Save to My Resources … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: https://kurtinlaw.com 1 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS X: … M&A: DEAL POINTS January 2023 I. Executive Summary This is the tenth in the series of advisories we started last year … the preceding links, along with other M&A resources on our website at Kurtin PLLC Mergers & Acquisitions and on …
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Owen D. Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
03/07/2023
15 pages

This article focuses on Public M&A, in which Target is a public reporting company under the Exchange Act.

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Region: United States
… pages This article focuses on Public M&A, in which Target is a public reporting company under the Exchange Act. … Save to My Resources … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: https://kurtinlaw.com 1 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS XI: … the preceding links, along with other M&A resources on our website at Kurtin PLLC Mergers & Acquisitions and on …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2017
We put together plans for getting into and graduating from college, for saving and buying a house, and for finding and applying for a new job. But somehow identifying a path for progression within our organization doesn’t merit the same kind of attention.
… Wiley Publication Date: 08/01/2017 We put together plans for getting into and graduating from college, for saving and buying a house, and for finding and applying for a new job. … obstacles encountered along the way. Although the captain is likely the first person we think of, the navigator’s role …
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Andy Serwin, Miriam Wugmeister, and Adam Fleisher, Morrison & Foerster LLP
02/03/2014

This Top Ten examines ten hot-button privacy and data security issues and presents questions to help you gauge whether your organization is at risk, in the U.S. or abroad.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, Canada, European Union, Hong Kong, United Kingdom, United States
… questions to help you gauge whether your organization is at risk, in the U.S. or abroad. Resource Details Interest … to the promises they make in their privacy policies. For instance, the FTC recently settled with an online … discussions surrounding DNT? How would you disclose your website's policy with regard to DNT? 5. Data Breaches In the …
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CMS
10/10/2022
107 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the rules regarding popular investment vehicles in a wide range of jurisdictions (including many European countries).

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Region: Europe, Africa, Asia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, Poland, Romania, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Ukraine, Netherlands, United Kingdom
… Luxembourg are popular fund jurisdictions, but the choice is not exclusive. Structures are also selected due to … 1.8 Best Feature 1.9 Worst Feature 1.10 Best Used For 1 Investment vehicle Table of contents 5 | CMS Expert … countries). This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  on 25 November 2020 and last updated on 29 …
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CMS
10/10/2022
92 pages

Learn key developments regarding the private placement regimes of EU States and some non-EU States.

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Region: Europe, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Channel Islands, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom
… severely restricted their private placement regimes, which is important when non-EU managers and funds look to access EU … Howard Partner T +44 20 7524 6342 E amanda.howard@cms-cmno.com André Lebrecht Partner T +41 44 285 13 44 E … in Estonian, there is no Estonian help desk/call centre, a website is not on an Estonian server etc.), any contracts are …
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CMS
10/07/2022
92 pages

An overview of mergers and acquisitions in Europe in 2021.

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Region: Europe, United Arab Emirates, Israel
… 10 The global picture 44 The future of telecom businesses is in the cloud 27 Private equity’s ESG expertise equips CEE … Popescu Partner, CMS Romania/CEE horea.popescu@cms-cmno.com Radivoje Petrikić Partner, CMS Austria/SEE … and academic clients. The company was founded in 1994. Website: emis.com CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP …
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Global Legal Group
03/07/2024
266 pages

This guide provides comprehensive insight into banking regulation in 19 jurisdictions around the world.

This guide covers key topics including regulatory architecture, bank capital requirements, bank governance/internal controls, Fintech, and rules governing banks’ relationships with their customers and other third parties.

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Region: Andorra, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Democratic Republic of Congo, Germany, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom
… ISBN 978-1-83918-328-7 ISSN 2051-9621 This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Regulation 2024, 11th Edition 1 www.globallegalinsights.com Andorra Miguel Cases Nabau & Laura Nieto Silvente Cases & … for the complaints management function, on their website in an easily accessible manner. A dedicated …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/16/2021
Daniel Książek, an attorney working on the IKEA case that could set a precedent for labor rights in Poland, speaks with ACC.
… Docket Article The Lawyer Fighting for LGBTQ Protection in the Polish Workplace Association of Corporate Counsel … preceded by a personal opinion on homosexuality. IKEA is now facing a civil lawsuit by the employee for wrongful …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/13/2016
Michelle Banks of Gap Inc. — the American multinational clothing and accessories retailer behind brand names Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Athleta and Intermix, with more than 140,000 employees and over 3,700 company-operated and franchise stores worldwide — cares about women.
… and franchise stores worldwide — cares about women. This is a good thing, especially because she works predominantly with women and predominately for women. Not only do women make about 80 percent of … has not always been surrounded by women. Her two prior in-house jobs were as legal counsel for the Golden State …
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Owen Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
09/20/2022
11 pages

SPACs (“Special Purpose Acquisition Companies”) burst into mainstream popularity in 2020 as a financing alternative to traditional Initial Public Offerings (“IPOs”) and private placements after years of on-again-off-again vogue. While SPACs are not for every business financing need, they have largely shed an earlier sometimes negative reputation and emerged as a mainstream alternative in the palette of financing options. This article discusses SPACs and “Deal Points” on important considerations in the SPAC IPO and business combination process and what at all costs not to do.

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Region: United States
… Save to My Resources … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: www.kurtinlaw.com 1 SPACS: AN IPO AND PRIVATE EQUITY … of the SPAC, down to the industry in which an acquisition is intended, or may be open as to corporate purpose, a true … Funds sectors. For further information, please visit our website at Kurtin PLLC and contact Kurtin PLLC Information. …
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CMS
10/10/2022
143 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the rules regarding whistleblower protection and reporting channels in a wide range of jurisdictions.

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Region: Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Kenya, Monaco, Montenegro, Macedonia, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Netherlands, United Kingdom
… adopted the Whistleblower Directive. Its main purpose is to protect employees from employer retaliation when they … relevant country or send an email to employment@cmslegal.com. Please also check our dedicated Insight page to … These CNIL Guidelines are available in French on the CNIL website. 9. Does local law prohibit a group of entities from …
Benchmarking and Research Data
07/24/2018
43 pages

This survey is intended to be a reference guide of technology solutions currently being used by ACC Legal Operations members to support their legal function. The survey covered 22 different solution areas.

… - Who Uses What Survey July 24, 2018 43 pages This survey is intended to be a reference guide of technology solutions … Interest Group intended to provide a reference guide for the technology solutions currently being used by ACC … Director, Legal Systems kedric.chamberlin@abbott.com AECOM Wojciech Kowalczyk Legal Operations Director …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/05/2023
Sidestep costly legal battles and learn essential strategies for compliant auto-renewal contracts. Contracts Corner columnist Billie Audia and Christina Baldovin, senior contracts counsel of programmers.io, share 7 crucial tactics. #FTC #BusinessLaw #LegalCompliance #ContractLaw #ACC #ACCDocket
… costly legal battles and learn essential strategies for compliant auto-renewal contracts. Contracts Corner … ACC Docket … Banner artwork VectorMine / Shutterstock.com From Peloton memberships to New York Times subscriptions, … auto-renewal arrangements. When an auto-renewal clause is part of a commercial contract between two businesses, it …
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Global Legal Group
04/10/2024
310 pages

This guide provides corporate counsel and international practitioners with comprehensive jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction guidance to trade mark laws and regulations around the world.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Region: Brazil, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, China, Croatia, Cyprus, France, Germany, Greece, India, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Macau, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Philippines, Portugal, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States
… 13th Edition 2024 Trade Marks Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … +44 207 367 0720 customer.service@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. Cover image Fraser … name afford per se? A domain name, being the address of a website that visitors type to visit such website, does not …
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CMS
10/10/2022
59 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the rules on marketing alternative investment funds in Europe.

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Region: Europe, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Channel Islands, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom
… 54 The purpose of this guide is to provide a broad overview of the key elements of … Partner T +44 20 7524 6342 E amanda.howard@ cms-cmno.com André Lebrecht Partner T +41 44 285 13 44 E … using a prescribed form, which is available from the CBI website: http://www.centralbank.ie. 12 As long as it is not a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2017
If your company is addressing GDPR, build in this newly proposed regulation. You may wind up undoing some changes you’ve made in the past few years, but in most cases, you will be adding these new requirements into your action plan for European operations.
… Mad? K Royal Publication Date: 06/01/2017 If your company is addressing GDPR, build in this newly proposed regulation. … the Regions, A Digital Single Market Strategy for Europe, COM(2015) 192 final. The European Commission states that: … consent, such as those strictly required to operate the website. The proposed regulation also wants browser providers …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/11/2021
Social media influencers and endorsers have become integral to advertising strategies for companies. In-house counsel are dealing with this fairly new marketing tool that poses unique risks for the company’s reputation and brand.
… endorsers have become integral to advertising strategies for companies. In-house counsel are dealing with this fairly … Alturo CHEAT SHEET The power of influence. An influencer is generally someone with the power to affect the buying habits of others through their large public following …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/21/2020
The answer was, and still is, to insist that outside counsel also embrace digitization. Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) software digitizes contract processes end-to-end, allowing lawyers to create, negotiate, and manage contracts and related documents entirely online.
… Publication Date: 10/21/2020 The answer was, and still is, to insist that outside counsel also embrace digitization. … and manage contracts and related documents entirely online. Resource Details Interest Area: Technology, Privacy, … processes at scale;  Enable faster remote access for easier collaboration; and  Eliminate hidden costs and …
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