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Colleen A. DeVries

Colleen A. De Vries is a Senior Vice President of Corporate Services at COGENCY GLOBAL INC. Her responsibilities include management and training of corporate service professionals, managing client relationships and implementing strategic service initiatives based on changing statutory and filing office requirements. She also collaborates between client and company, with cross-functional partners, to enhance Entity Central^®, COGENCY GLOBAL’s entity management system, and oversees domestic and international process agent services, independent manager services and legalization/authentication of documents for international transactions. Ms. De Vries has been a featured speaker on general corporate topics at the American Management Association and a panelist at the Delaware Trust Conference sponsored by the Delaware Bankers Association on multiple occasions. She also serves as an Independent Director/Manager of special purpose entities in a variety of structured finance and real estate transactions.

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Cross-Border Transactions in Latin America: Why the Process Agent Appointment Matters

Latin America continues to attract interest from international lenders and investors, and many cross-border financing agreements involving parties in the region are governed by New York or English law. In these transactions, a process agent appointment is frequently part of the closing requirements. Identifying the requirement early helps ensure this important but generally straightforward step is completed accurately and on time, avoiding unnecessary delays as the transaction moves toward closing.

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US Corporate Services

Business Entity Governance in The US: An Overview

This article focuses on routine governance during the lifecycle of a company in the United States and the importance of utilising an effective entity management system.

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9 FAQs About the New FAA Requirement for Overseas FAA Certificate Holders

The FAA’s new rule mandates individuals with no US physical address to designate a US agent for service of process when holding or applying for FAA certificates. This ensures efficient delivery of legal and safety-critical communications.

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What is a Process Agent and Why do You Need One？

Discover why appointing a process agent is essential for cross-border transactions. This white paper explains their purpose, when they’re required, and why choosing a professional matters

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US Corporate Services

Why Can’t I Get a Delaware Certificate of Good Standing on a Rush Basis?

The Delaware Secretary of State is highly efficient, often providing necessary documents for bank accounts, due diligence, and legal opinions within an hour on the same day. However, rush requests may not always be fulfilled.

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US Corporate Services

Company Formation and Incorporation: US Corporate Services FAQs

Get clear answers to the most common questions about forming or expanding a business in the U.S. Learn about top jurisdictions, incorporation timelines, compliance requirements, and more.

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What to Consider Before Expanding Your Business Into Other International Jurisdictions Download GSM

Thinking of going global? This white paper outlines key considerations for international expansion—including legal systems, taxation, local requirements, and strategic planning.

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Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Transactions

When you’re managing the closing of a complex financing transaction like that of a commercial mortgage-backed security, a detail-oriented checklist is your best friend.

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Process Agent Appointment: Choice of Law in Multiple Jurisdictions

There are many considerations when entering into a contract, especially for commercial financial transactions that can involve multiple parties from different states in the US or from different countries.

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Appointing a Process Agent in Cross-Border Transactions

Parties to commercial financial transactions are often from different countries, with each country having uniquely different bodies of law and precedent governing commercial transactions. Such cross-border transactions may require the appointment of an international process agent.

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US Corporate Services

Avoid Big Problems: Keep Contact Information Current With Your US Registered Agent!

There is a reason you are constantly asked to update your address information when filling out forms, applications or when maintaining an ongoing relationship with a business provider.

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Why You Might Need a Process Agent Outside of New York or London

Some financial transactions may require the appointment of a process agent, especially if the transaction includes a commercial bank or another specified lender, a sovereign state or companies conducting business globally. The process agent serves as a point of contact in the jurisdiction where the parties may not have a presence.