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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.

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The legalities surrounding the distribution of dividends in Cyprus.

Kyriacos Scordis
Omiros Klappis | Scordis, Papapetrou & Co LLC
Kyriacos Scordis, Omiros Klappis | Scordis, Papapetrou & Co LLC
Podcast

Trade finance in China and what the country is doing with respect to it.

Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
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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.

Vatsala Rai
Sushrut Garg | AZB & Partners
Vatsala Rai, Sushrut Garg | AZB & Partners
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Recent developments and the complexities surrounding the project-wise insolvency regime in real estate in India.

Anindita Roychowdhury
Saurabh Batra | AZB & Partners
Anindita Roychowdhury, Saurabh Batra | AZB & Partners
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The topic of investment in social stock exchanges in India.

Urvashi Misra
Arnab Ray | AZB & Partners
Urvashi Misra, Arnab Ray | AZB & Partners
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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.

Duco de Boer
Roos Elemans | Stibbe
Duco de Boer, Roos Elemans | Stibbe
Podcast

The evolving landscape of arbitration in China, focusing on the anticipated amendments to the PRC Arbitration Law.

Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Podcast

The discussion centres around labour law dynamics, ensuring compliance with employee laws, and regulations in nearshoring ventures, particularly within Mexico.

Francisco Udave
Ernesto de la Puente | Santamarina y Steta
Francisco Udave, Ernesto de la Puente | Santamarina y Steta
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How anti-indemnity statutes influence the drafting and enforcement of contractual indemnity clauses and insurance provisions, particularly in the construction industry.

Mary-Ellen King
Adam Golub | Lucosky Brookman LLP
Mary-Ellen King, Adam Golub | Lucosky Brookman LLP
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Martin Scott KC of List G Barristers draws attention to two aspects of commercial dispute resolution which arise under Australian law.

Martin Scott KC  | List G Barristers
Martin Scott KC | List G Barristers
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The importance and impact of early dismissal applications to focus on the “3Es” – “expedited”, “efficient” and “economical” dispute resolution.

Aditya Vikram Jalan
Shreya Choudhary | AZB & Partners
Aditya Vikram Jalan, Shreya Choudhary | AZB & Partners
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Corporate and cross-border litigation considerations for conducting business in Mexico.

Juan Luis Blanco Montoya
Pablo Gómez Sainz | Müggenburg, Gorches y Peñalosa, S.C.
Juan Luis Blanco Montoya, Pablo Gómez Sainz | Müggenburg, Gorches y Peñalosa, S.C.
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The UAE’s removal from the FATF grey list, highlighting the country’s efforts to strengthen financial regulations and combat financial crime.

Lily Eid | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
Lily Eid | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
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Non-compete agreements in freezones like Media City and Internet City, focusing on their enforceability and factors influencing their effectiveness.

Maroun Abou Harb | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
Maroun Abou Harb | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
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An overview of the key clauses in sale and purchase agreements (SPAs) for off-plan properties in the UAE.

Mahmoud Kreidie
Michael Kortbawi | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
Mahmoud Kreidie, Michael Kortbawi | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
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Insights into the newly adopted EU Directive (EU) 2024/1260 on asset recovery and confiscation.

Ilias Anagnostopoulos
Alexandros Tsagkalidis | Anagnostopoulos
Ilias Anagnostopoulos, Alexandros Tsagkalidis | Anagnostopoulos
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The application of the Corporate Tax Law to HNWIs.

Shamma Al Falahi | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
Shamma Al Falahi | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
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The obligation of parties to notify the Moroccan Competition Council.

Nesrine Roudane
Hamza Touzani | Roudane & Partners Law Firm
Nesrine Roudane, Hamza Touzani | Roudane & Partners Law Firm
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The complexities and considerations involved in establishing a business in Dubai.

Derek Robins | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
Derek Robins | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
Podcast

The strategic advantages of Mexico, focusing on its geographic location as a conduit to North American markets.

Alejandro Luna
Maria Elena Abraham | Santamarina y Steta
Alejandro Luna, Maria Elena Abraham | Santamarina y Steta
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The newly enacted Chapter 14 of USMCA and the impact it has on the Mexican investment protection regime for investors.

Daniel García Barragán López | García Barragán Abogados
Daniel García Barragán López | García Barragán Abogados
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The UAE’s emergence as a prime destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), highlighting the nation’s legislative reforms and regulatory strides.

Rima Mrad | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
Rima Mrad | BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates
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How to ensure fairness for all parties when conducting an MBO.

Yasutaka Emoto
Hiroshi Ogura | Anderson Mori & Tomotsune
Yasutaka Emoto, Hiroshi Ogura | Anderson Mori & Tomotsune
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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.

Jomokie Phillips
Mark Goodman | Campbells
Jomokie Phillips, Mark Goodman | Campbells
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Developments in the M&A market in various sectors in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Mike van Rensburg
Verushca Pillay | Baker McKenzie
Mike van Rensburg, Verushca Pillay | Baker McKenzie
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A discussion of new guidelines from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry on public M&A activities in Japan.

Keita Tokura
Hirofumi Mizuma | Anderson Mori & Tomotsune
Keita Tokura, Hirofumi Mizuma | Anderson Mori & Tomotsune
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Surveying the hopes for and effects of US state privacy laws passed in 2023

Paul Lanois | Fieldfisher
Paul Lanois | Fieldfisher
Podcast

Discuss nearshoring and why Mexico is the current hotspot for this activity.

Mario Valencia
Juan Pablo Cervantes | Galicia Abogados
Mario Valencia, Juan Pablo Cervantes | Galicia Abogados
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An overview of key aspects sponsors should consider when providing financial assistance to a private German portfolio company in distress.

Cristina Weidner
Michael Berger | Kirkland & Ellis
Cristina Weidner, Michael Berger | Kirkland & Ellis
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Join Michael C. Rakower of Rakower Law PLLC as he demystifies SPAC litigation.

Michael C. Rakower | Rakower Law PLLC
Michael C. Rakower | Rakower Law PLLC
Podcast

Unpack the potential benefits of nearshoring, explore recent legal updates, and offer practical advice to mitigate risk and maximise success.

Aarón Levet
Ricardo Orea | Santamarina y Steta
Aarón Levet, Ricardo Orea | Santamarina y Steta
Podcast

A discussion focusing on William Fry’s M&A report for 2023 and its predictions for Ireland’s market.

Mark Talbot
Morgan Flanagan Creagh | William Fry LLP
Mark Talbot, Morgan Flanagan Creagh | William Fry LLP
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Outlining the main issues faced when dealing with distressed M&A and how best to mitigate the associated risks.

Frédéric Lemoine
Ana Nicoleta Andreiana | Loyens & Loeff
Frédéric Lemoine, Ana Nicoleta Andreiana | Loyens & Loeff
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The steps taken and timeline followed in a model preventive restructuring case under the Czech Act on Preventive Restructuring.

Vojtech Mlynar
Katerina Grundmanova | BADOKH
Vojtech Mlynar, Katerina Grundmanova | BADOKH
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The key considerations for both buyers and sellers in negotiating earn-out provisions in Canada.

Kevin West
Andrea Hill | SkyLaw
Kevin West, Andrea Hill | SkyLaw
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The application of the Investment Canada Act (ICA) to foreign investment.

Kevin West
Andrea Hill | SkyLaw
Kevin West, Andrea Hill | SkyLaw
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Emerging trends in Indian private equity, including control deals, ESG integration and the impact of AI.

Tarun Khanna | CX Partners
Mahesh Parasuraman | Amicus Capital
Tarun Khanna | CX Partners, Mahesh Parasuraman | Amicus Capital
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Recent M&A trends in Japan and the characteristics of accompanying JV and shareholders’ agreements.

Saga Hiroyuki
Yoichiro Yukimura | Anderson Mōri & Tomotsune
Saga Hiroyuki, Yoichiro Yukimura | Anderson Mōri & Tomotsune
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The importance of effective governance in family enterprises when balancing personal relationships with professional responsibilities.

Alfredo Sánchez
Ana Sofía Ríos | Chevez Ruiz Zamarripa
Alfredo Sánchez, Ana Sofía Ríos | Chevez Ruiz Zamarripa
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Whether the new platform OLSdigital will succeed in simplifying the submission of disclosure notifications.

Mariel Hoch
Marlene Lienau | Bär & Karrer Ltd
Mariel Hoch, Marlene Lienau | Bär & Karrer Ltd
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Japan’s tender offer system and large shareholding reporting system.

Masatsugu Nakajima
Risa Fukumoto | Andersen Mōri and Tomotsune
Masatsugu Nakajima, Risa Fukumoto | Andersen Mōri and Tomotsune
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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.

Mariel Hoch
Fabienne Perlini | Bär & Karrer
Mariel Hoch, Fabienne Perlini | Bär & Karrer
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Scenarios that may require a management incentive plan to be reset or adjusted part way through the investment period.

Ross Allardice
Tom Clarke | White & Case LLP
Ross Allardice, Tom Clarke | White & Case LLP
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Digital developments and organisational change in the modern era.

Maciej Stefaniak
Katarzyna Korbut | PwC Legal
Maciej Stefaniak, Katarzyna Korbut | PwC Legal
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Frank Aquila, senior M&A partner at Sullivan & Cromwell, shares deep insights into the US M&A landscape, his remarkable career journey, and how changing trends are shaping the future of M&A.

Frank Aquila | Sullivan & Cromwell
Frank Aquila | Sullivan & Cromwell
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The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Directive.

Lise Lauridsen
Sandro Ratkovic | Bech-Bruun
Lise Lauridsen, Sandro Ratkovic | Bech-Bruun
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A high level summary of the enforcement mechanisms related to share pledges in Luxembourg.

Bertrand Geradin
David Al Mari | Ogier
Bertrand Geradin, David Al Mari | Ogier
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Technological developments and how they are affecting the legal industry.

Maciej Stefaniak
Mariusz Kaminski | PwC Legal
Maciej Stefaniak, Mariusz Kaminski | PwC Legal
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The elements of due diligence that are essential for a successful venture capital transaction in Egypt.

Omar Rabie | Shehata & Partners
Omar Rabie | Shehata & Partners
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Laura Carrara of Mondini Bonora Ginevra Studio Legale examines Law 172/2023 in Italy.

Laura Carrara | Mondini Bonora Ginevra Studio Legale
Laura Carrara | Mondini Bonora Ginevra Studio Legale
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JSA partners Sidharrth Shankar and Vikram Raghani interview Mrinal Chandran, general counsel at India Resurgence Fund.

Sidharrth Shankar | JSA
Mrinal Chandran | India Resurgence Fund
Sidharrth Shankar | JSA, Mrinal Chandran | India Resurgence Fund

China In & Out

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.

Podcast

The implications of the recent surge in Chinese exports, particularly of electric vehicles, following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Podcast

Discussing the recently-issued regulations addressing voluntary and compliance carbon markets.

Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Podcast

The importance of paid-up capital in China against the backdrop of the latest amendment to the Company Law, which will take effect on 1 July 2024.

Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Podcast

Frank Hong explores the role of the police in China.

Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Podcast

The complexities of China’s evolving legal landscape in the context of international trade and diplomacy.

Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Podcast

The current state of global supply chains and likely future trends, focusing on “de-risking”.

Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Podcast

The regulatory landscape for businesses in China, focusing on the nuts and bolts of business formation and licensing across the board.

Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Podcast

How the Apostille Convention will help to facilitate access to the courts in China.

Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm
Frank Hong | Longan Law Firm

Corporate/M&A

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The recent reform to the Brazilian Bankruptcy Law, the related cases, and its effect on sale of assets, financing and insolvency proceedings.

Liv Machado
Ananda de Oliveira Vicentini | Tauil & Chequer
Liv Machado, Ananda de Oliveira Vicentini | Tauil & Chequer
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One common trap petitioners can fall into when sponsoring multinational executives and managers for small and medium-sized multinational enterprises.

Daniel Horne | Jackson & Hertogs LLP
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An earn-out is a financial arrangement under which the seller of a business will receive additional payments in the future if the business performs well following the sale. In this article, Peter A Saad and Gordon Chan of Loopstra Nixon LLP explore some possible situations in which sellers should consider including an earn-out in their transaction.

Peter A. Saad
Gordon Chan | Loopstra Nixon LLP
Peter A. Saad, Gordon Chan | Loopstra Nixon LLP
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Important regulatory updates that will have an impact on deal-making in the United States.

Soren Lindstrom | FisherBroyles LLP
Soren Lindstrom | FisherBroyles LLP
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Examining a recent judgment by the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands on the standing of notedholders.

Aleisha Brown
Jane Hale | Campbells
Aleisha Brown, Jane Hale | Campbells
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The challenges posed to doing business in Brazil by intricate tax structures and red tape.

Edward Rocha de Carvalho | Miranda Coutinho, Carvalho & Advogados
Edward Rocha de Carvalho | Miranda Coutinho, Carvalho & Advogados
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What is likely to be seen in the Canadian M&A market over the next 12 months.

Peter A. Saad
Gordon Chan | Loopstra Nixon LLP
Peter A. Saad, Gordon Chan | Loopstra Nixon LLP
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How likely is an increase in distressed M&A deals for Canada over the next 12 months.

Peter A. Saad
Gordon Chan | Loopstra Nixon LLP
Peter A. Saad, Gordon Chan | Loopstra Nixon LLP
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How both marketplaces and sellers in Turkey are bound by the Amended E-Commerce Law and the E-Commerce Regulation.

Zeynep Sener | LINER LAW
Yegan Liaje
Zeynep Sener | LINER LAW, Yegan Liaje
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Does recognition of foreign liquidations in Singapore require a company to be in financial distress

Guy Cowan
Nienke Lillington | Campbells
Guy Cowan, Nienke Lillington | Campbells
Video

The use of restructuring and insolvency tools for distressed assets investments in Poland.

Karol Tatara | Tatara & Partners
Karol Tatara | Tatara & Partners
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How national and international investors can avoid overpayment of tax in Ecuador.

Juan Carlos Peñafiel
Alejandra Soriano Diaz | Flor Bustamante Pizarro Hurtado Law Firm
Juan Carlos Peñafiel, Alejandra Soriano Diaz | Flor Bustamante Pizarro Hurtado Law Firm

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Saudi Arabia’s new codification of the law of contract and property.

Kilian Bälz
Farah Fawzy | Amereller
Kilian Bälz, Farah Fawzy | Amereller
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A troubling 6/5 ruling from the South African Constitutional Court.

 Darryl Bernstein
Deepa Ramjee | Baker McKenzie
Darryl Bernstein, Deepa Ramjee | Baker McKenzie
Video

A panel discussion focusing on trends in technology mergers and acquisitions.

George Casey
Ilya Tkachuk
Don Suh
Harald Selzner
George Casey, Ilya Tkachuk, Don Suh, Harald Selzner
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How to avoid an M&A transaction deteriorating and the questions to ask before starting work on a deal.

Peter A. Saad
Gordon Chan | Loopstra Nixon LLP
Peter A. Saad, Gordon Chan | Loopstra Nixon LLP
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The importance of evidence and discovery, Section 238 of the Companies Act, and other key issues for merger appraisal in the Cayman Islands.

Christopher Easdon | Campbells
Christopher Easdon | Campbells
Podcast

How the legal and regulatory framework of sanctions is affecting global business.

John Forrest
Ignacio Sanchez | DLA Piper
John Forrest, Ignacio Sanchez | DLA Piper
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The legal environment for investments in India in light of the Foreign Exchange Management Act,.

Vishal Gandhi | Gandhi & Associates
Vishal Gandhi | Gandhi & Associates
Podcast

The regulation of remote work in Peru, Mexico, Venezuela, Argentina, Colombia, and Chile.

Monica Pizarro
Daniela Lievano
Sebastian Nastari | Baker McKenzie
Monica Pizarro, Daniela Lievano, Sebastian Nastari | Baker McKenzie
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The GDPR, which has been in force for five years, will soon be reviewed.

Rocco Panetta | PANETTA Studio Legale
Rocco Panetta | PANETTA Studio Legale
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Is Britain's oft-proclaimed "open for business" status a reality or mere rhetoric?

Lisa Uttley | Gherson
Lisa Uttley | Gherson
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Why Canada’s private M&A sector remains safe and steady.

Peter A. Saad | Loopstra Nixon LLP
Peter A. Saad | Loopstra Nixon LLP
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Common scenarios where life insurance policies are used by business owners and partners to fund business exits.

Peter A Saad | Loopstra Nixon LLP
Peter A Saad | Loopstra Nixon LLP
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An exploration of company forms in Monaco in the context of acquisition transactions.

Stephan Pastor
Coralie Trudon | CMS
Stephan Pastor, Coralie Trudon | CMS
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A guide to navigating the repossession and deregistration process in Egypt’s aviation sector.

Sherif El Hosseny | Matouk Bassiouny
Sherif El Hosseny | Matouk Bassiouny