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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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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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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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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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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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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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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International Subsidiary Management: 3 Key Requirements
What are the key requirements involved in managing international subsidiaries and expanding into multiple jurisdictions? Read on for more information.
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International Due Diligence: Obtaining Corporate Information and Common Challenges
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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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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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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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