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Process Agent

Choice of Law Considerations in Aviation Finance Transactions

There are some unique and specific choices of law considerations surrounding aviation finance transactions. Here are the main factors to think about.

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Process Agent

Choosing a Process Agent for Your Derivative Transaction

Process agents play a vital role in cross border deals. Read on to find out how to choose the best one for your derivative transactions.

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Global Services

Understanding the Basics of International Lien Searches

Uncover everything you need to know about international lien searches, including types, the importance of lien searches and how they are conducted in different countries.

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US Corporate Services

The Difference Between US Statutory Registered Agent and UK Registered Office

If you are considering forming a new company in the US, you may know that you need to appoint a registered agent in the US State of formation. If you’re forming in the UK, you need to have a registered office in the country of incorporation. However, these two roles are not direct equivalents.

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International Due Diligence

International Public Record Due Diligence

Now on Demand: Covering the fundamentals of transactional due diligence, including its purpose, process, and international challenges.

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Process Agent

The Benefits of Choosing English Law in Cross-border Financial Transactions

English law offers unique advantages for international financial transactions. Learn about the benefits, including its global recognition, fairness and party autonomy.

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UK Corporate Services

ECCTA Updates: A Closer Look at the First Set of Companies House Reforms

The ECCTA enhances the regulatory framework against economic crimes and bolsters corporate transparency in the United Kingdom. There will be new reforms being introduced by the 4th of March, 2024.

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Global Services

How To Set Up a Company in South Africa

South Africa is a great destination for businesses looking to set up abroad. Here’s what companies should consider when expanding to this jurisdiction.

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Global Services

What to Consider Before Expanding Your Business into Other International Jurisdictions

Jurisdictions around the world have their own laws surrounding business practices. Here are the key things to consider when expanding internationally.

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UK Corporate Services

ECCTA Updates: UK Limited Partnerships Reform

UK Limited Partnerships (UKLPs) are one of the key areas where legislative reforms have been introduced under The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA), 2023.

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UK Corporate Services

ECCTA Updates: Companies House Reforms

Read about the upcoming reforms by the Companies House as part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA), focusing on the enhanced role of the Companies House in ensuring accuracy and legality in UK entity data, imposing stricter registered office requirements, augmenting the Registrar’s powers, and introducing digital ID verification for company associates.

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UK Corporate Services

Overview of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, 2023 (ECCTA)

An overview of the newly introduced Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, 2023 (ECCTA), which enhances the regulatory framework against economic crimes and bolsters corporate transparency in the United Kingdom.