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The advantages of establishing a company's headquarters in Austria - part 1
In this briefing Schoenherr outlines some of the advantages and some basic information about choosing Austria for a company's headquarters. In doing so, the briefing provides an overview of Austria's social and political background and of some legal forms to consider for a holding company.
Law Firm: Schoenherr | Published: 06 February 2012 | Practice Area: Corporate Governance
An overview of the legislative amendments to Russian corporate law
In January 2012, the Federal Law 'On Organised Trades' came into force, governing the relationships that arise when trades are organised on commodities and financial markets. This briefing details the new requirements on those organising such trades and the effects on members and management bodies.
Law Firm: Pepeliaev Group | Published: 03 February 2012 | Practice Area: Partnerships and LLPs
The LSA big bang: Slater & Gordon's expansion into the UK legal market
This presentation from Slater & Gordon provides a broad overview of their launch into the UK legal market via the £53.8m acquisition of Russell Jones & Walker. The presentation includes key details the move including the rationale for expansion and the relative competitive advantage in the UK.
Law Firm: Slater & Gordon | Published: 03 February 2012 | Practice Area: Mergers & Acquisitions
Restructuring and insolvency: a guide to company voluntary arrangements
A company voluntary arrangement is one of the insolvency procedures available to companies that are in financial difficulty. This briefing provides a short summary of a CVA and answers some frequently asked questions.
Law Firm: Nabarro | Published: 25 January 2012 | Practice Area: Corporate reorganisation
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Austria: termination of contracts after initiation of insolvency proceedings
One of the primary objectives of the reformed Austrian Insolvency Act was to increase the number of successful corporate reorganisations. In this briefing, CEE specialists Schoenherr discuss the key facets of the Act and how it provides clear and coherent rules for restructuring proceedings.
Law Firm: Schoenherr | Published: 25 January 2012 | Practice Area: Corporate reorganisation
Breaking up is hard to do: new rules for dissolving companies from 1 March 2012
Under current Revenue practices it is possible for a company to be dissolved and return its funds to its shareholders as capital. This briefing outlines how this process will soon change under a new statutory provision and the effect this will have on share capital on liquidation.
Law Firm: Shoosmiths | Published: 23 January 2012 | Practice Area: Disposals
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Global M&A trends Q4 2011 - cash rich executives play a waiting game
This M&A Index provides market insight and commentary, backed up by independent research on the volume and value of global M&A deal types. The report highlights the extent to which countries have become active in each others' markets as businesses continue to look abroad for new opportunities.
Law Firm: Allen & Overy | Published: 16 January 2012 | Practice Area: Mergers & Acquisitions
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In the red and off the hook: an introduction to administration procedures in England
This briefing from Nabarro provides a general overview of the administration procedure and covers some of the most frequently asked questions including 'how is an administrator appointed?' and 'what is the purpose of administration and how is this normally achieved?'
Law Firm: Nabarro | Published: 11 January 2012 | Practice Area: Company Administration
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UK Takeover reform - an opportunity for Asia?
As economic conditions in Europe remain challenging, market commentators continue to speculate that Asian investors may look to employ their capital by picking up discounted European assets. Norton Rose outline how listed companies in the UK are now among the most talked-about potential targets.
Law Firm: Norton Rose | Published: 10 January 2012 | Practice Area: Mergers & Acquisitions
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Indian education sector - joint venture potential and pitfalls
As India's current spend on education is at 5% of average household income, it is one of the most attractive counter-cyclical areas for foreign investment. This briefing discusses the potential for international joint ventures in the sector, as well as the legal structures involved.
Law Firm: Penningtons | Published: 09 January 2012 | Practice Area: Joint Ventures
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