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Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Lien Searches

Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Explained to International Investors

We explain what you should know about the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) if you are conducting business in the United States.

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UK Corporate Services

ACT NOW: Director’s ID Verification Now Mandatory

The clock is ticking. With the 18 November 2025 deadline for mandatory director identity verification fast approaching, UK companies must act now to avoid non-compliance under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA).

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UK Corporate Services

The Ultimate Cheat Sheet to Mortgages & Charges at Companies House in the UK

A guide for when an attorney or paralegal needs to search the public record for evidence of registered secured transactions in the UK.

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US Corporate Services

How Liens, Loans, Mortgages and Charges are Searched and Filed in the US

What exactly do you need to know about loans and preparing and filing Uniform Commercial Code financing statements? Read on for key considerations.

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Director’s Identity Verification (IDV)

Mandatory Director’s ID Verification in the UK: What You Need to Know

Are you a UK company director? It is time to have your identity verified with Companies House. The deadline is approaching fast and non-compliance could lead to serious penalties.

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UK Corporate Services

Authenticating Commercial Documents In The UK For International Use

When do you need to legalise and authenticate documents? This process is critical when you need to use documents originating in one country for commercial purposes in another. This could be anything from corporate documents to commercial invoices and power of attorney or export-related documents.

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International Due Diligence

International Due Diligence: Obtaining Corporate Information and Common Challenges

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International Due Diligence

International Public Record Due Diligence: How to Navigate Jurisdictional Differences

Upcoming: Learn how to navigate the challenges of public record due diligence on entities outside the U.S., with insights on legal nuances and alternative information sources.

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Global Subsidiary Management

Global Trends in Corporate Transparency

An international movement toward transparency is driving governments to mandate disclosure of who ultimately owns or controls companies.

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US Corporate Services

FinCEN Narrows Scope of CTA Reporting to Foreign Companies

On March 21, 2025, FinCEN issued a “final interim rule” exempting US companies and US persons from reporting Beneficial Ownership Information to FinCEN under the Corporate Transparency Act and issuing new reporting deadlines for foreign entities that meet the new definition of “reporting company.”

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UK Corporate Services

Understanding ACSP Registration under ECCTA: What You Need to Know

Authorised Corporate Service Providers (ACSPs) are regulated professionals, such as formation agents, accountants or law firms, who can verify identities and submit company filings to Companies House under the new ECCTA rules.

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Process Agent

The Role of International Due Diligence & Process Agent Services in Cross-Border Transactions

Learn how international due diligence and process agent services play a crucial role in identifying and mitigating legal risks in cross-border transactions.

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