What businesses need to now about US State Taxes… Although we are US lawyers and not specialist US tax advisors, we are frequently asked about the landscape for Corporate and…
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Data Privacy and the UK: What Apple’s Withdrawal Means for Businesses
In a significant move that has sparked debate over data privacy and government oversight, Apple recently announced that it would not be launching its Advanced Data Protection service in the…
Expanding to the US: Legal Pitfalls UK Businesses Must Avoid
Expanding into the US is an exciting step for UK businesses, offering access to a vast consumer market and investment opportunities. However, the US legal and regulatory landscape is complex,…
Legal Considerations for UK and EU Football Clubs Expanding to the USA
You are a Commercial Director or Head of “Internationalisation” at a UK football club with a recognisable brand and growing following. You are looking to emulate the larger clubs and…
Transacting with the US – Escrow: What is it? How is it Used? Do you need it?
Introduction When engaging in a transaction, particularly as a UK business entering into legal terms with a US counterpart, you may have come across the term “escrow.” Despite its importance,…
US Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirements
The BOIR (Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting) refers to a legal requirement in the United States under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which mandates that certain companies report their beneficial owners…
Seven Reasons Why The US Economy Is So Important To The UK
The 2024 United States Presidential Election, which was held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 already seems like a long time ago. As we now know, the former Republican President Donald…
U.S. Business Law 101 – U.S. Corporations
What is a U.S. Corporation? A U.S. Corporation or “Inc.” is a legal entity that is separate from its owners. Stockholders or Shareholders own the business entity through their stock…
Why Do I Need a Private Placement Memorandum?
If you are considering raising funds in the USA or looking for investment, then you will need a Private Placement Memorandum (PPM). In essence, PPMs are disclosure documents used by…
Forming a US Corporation – Reasons to Set Up In Delaware State
Many companies choose to incorporate in Delaware due to a variety of legal, financial, and administrative advantages that the state offers. Some of the key reasons why Delaware is the…
Sample Due Diligence Information Request List For US Investors
General UK Due Diligence Information Request List to be used by US Investors in UK Private Companies can be accessed below. What is Due Diligence? Due diligence is the process…
BE-13 Filing Requirements For Foreign Direct Investments In U.S. Companies And Real Estate
Foreign investors in certain U.S. businesses (U.S. legal entities, branch offices, and real estate (improved or unimproved), with limited exceptions for certain residential properties) must report their investments pursuant to…
Heads Of Terms And Letters Of Intent
Whether our clients are engaging in mergers and acquisitions, investments, sales, or financing transactions in the US or in the UK, our advice is always to ensure that the key…
US And UK Commercial And Company Law – Key Differences
US Attorneys and UK Solicitors likely already know legal systems in both the U.K. and the U.S. share the same historical common law roots, and are for that reason similar….
Jonathan Abrams Comments In World IP Review
https://www.worldipreview.com/news/watch-out-swatch-sues-samsung-in-new-york-17568 Article From World Intellectual Property Review: Swatch Sues Samsung In New York The Swiss company Swatch Group has accused Samsung Electronics and its American subsidiary of infringing its trademark…