Chambers Expert Focus | Corporate and Commercial
Chambers Expert Focus articles on Corporate and Commercial provide a unique and in-depth look at this legal sector and offer insights and analysis of the key stories and trends affecting the market. Topics covered include M&A, private equity, venture capital and more.
How businesses can best protect their trade secrets in the event litigation takes place in New York.
How to ensure fairness for all parties when conducting an MBO.
An overview of the most important amendments to the Market Abuse Regulation that recently entered into force in Denmark.
How Chinese exporters are adapting to US tarriff policy and a possible trade war.
Strategies for optimising surplus year-end budgets and planning for effective trade mark portfolio management in 2025.
Examining the Cayman Islands Grand Court’s approach to balancing competing legal obligations in the context of merger appraisal disputes under s238 of the Companies Act.
Some of the key aspects to consider when dealing with a business divorce, including what to account for if you suspect fraud and how to protect yourself as a victim shareholder.
The legalities surrounding the distribution of dividends in Cyprus.
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The key takeaways from the recent decisions of the courts/tribunals of India which examined the nature of financial instruments to extend the remedies under the Indian insolvency regime.
Recent developments and the complexities surrounding the project-wise insolvency regime in real estate in India.
The topic of investment in social stock exchanges in India.
The discussion centres around labour law dynamics, ensuring compliance with employee laws, and regulations in nearshoring ventures, particularly within Mexico.
How anti-indemnity statutes influence the drafting and enforcement of contractual indemnity clauses and insurance provisions, particularly in the construction industry.
The change in the approach of the Dutch state to foreign investment, its effect on transactional activity and where the government is likely to intervene next.
Martin Scott KC of List G Barristers draws attention to two aspects of commercial dispute resolution which arise under Australian law.
The importance and impact of early dismissal applications to focus on the “3Es” – “expedited”, “efficient” and “economical” dispute resolution.
Corporate and cross-border litigation considerations for conducting business in Mexico.
The UAE’s removal from the FATF grey list, highlighting the country’s efforts to strengthen financial regulations and combat financial crime.
Non-compete agreements in freezones like Media City and Internet City, focusing on their enforceability and factors influencing their effectiveness.
An overview of the key clauses in sale and purchase agreements (SPAs) for off-plan properties in the UAE.
Insights into the newly adopted EU Directive (EU) 2024/1260 on asset recovery and confiscation.
The application of the Corporate Tax Law to HNWIs.
The obligation of parties to notify the Moroccan Competition Council.
The complexities and considerations involved in establishing a business in Dubai.
The strategic advantages of Mexico, focusing on its geographic location as a conduit to North American markets.
The newly enacted Chapter 14 of USMCA and the impact it has on the Mexican investment protection regime for investors.
The UAE’s emergence as a prime destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), highlighting the nation’s legislative reforms and regulatory strides.
China In & Out
Frank Hong of Longan Law Firm discusses Letters of Credit as used against the backdrop of Dual Circulation and RMB internationalisation.
A series of podcasts covering a broad spectrum of issues and providing comprehensive advice on the unique challenges and opportunities of doing business in China.
The intersection of IP rights and anti-monopoly laws as these affect global competition for dominance in renewable energy technology.
An insight into sanctions and export controls against China and what the Chinese government is doing about such restrictions.
Trade finance in China and what the country is doing with respect to it.
The evolving landscape of arbitration in China, focusing on the anticipated amendments to the PRC Arbitration Law.
The implications of the recent surge in Chinese exports, particularly of electric vehicles, following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Discussing the recently-issued regulations addressing voluntary and compliance carbon markets.
The dismissal by the BVI Commercial Court of attempts by the Republic of Kazakhstan and the National Bank of Kazakhstan to challenge a previously sanctioned scheme of arrangement.
Developments in the M&A market in various sectors in Sub-Saharan Africa.
A discussion of new guidelines from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry on public M&A activities in Japan.
Surveying the hopes for and effects of US state privacy laws passed in 2023
Discuss nearshoring and why Mexico is the current hotspot for this activity.
An overview of key aspects sponsors should consider when providing financial assistance to a private German portfolio company in distress.
Join Michael C. Rakower of Rakower Law PLLC as he demystifies SPAC litigation.
Unpack the potential benefits of nearshoring, explore recent legal updates, and offer practical advice to mitigate risk and maximise success.
A discussion focusing on William Fry’s M&A report for 2023 and its predictions for Ireland’s market.
Outlining the main issues faced when dealing with distressed M&A and how best to mitigate the associated risks.
The steps taken and timeline followed in a model preventive restructuring case under the Czech Act on Preventive Restructuring.
The key considerations for both buyers and sellers in negotiating earn-out provisions in Canada.
The application of the Investment Canada Act (ICA) to foreign investment.
Emerging trends in Indian private equity, including control deals, ESG integration and the impact of AI.
Recent M&A trends in Japan and the characteristics of accompanying JV and shareholders’ agreements.
The importance of effective governance in family enterprises when balancing personal relationships with professional responsibilities.
Whether the new platform OLSdigital will succeed in simplifying the submission of disclosure notifications.
Japan’s tender offer system and large shareholding reporting system.
The treatment of participation plans in Swiss public tender offers and the Swiss Takeover Board’s practice when assessing and deciding complex questions that arise.
Scenarios that may require a management incentive plan to be reset or adjusted part way through the investment period.
Digital developments and organisational change in the modern era.
Technological developments and how they are affecting the legal industry.
The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Directive.
