Luiz Gomes & Associados joins IR as the exclusive Tax (Law) Member in Portugal

IR Global, the world’s largest exclusive network of advisory firms is delighted to introduce Vera Figueiredo of Luiz Gomes & Associados. Vera has joined IR as our exclusive Tax (Law) Member in Portugal. Vera Figueiredo is tax advisor of several group of companies, domestic or multinational, financial institutions and private equities. Vera has expertise in advising […]

Vera FigueiredoAssociate Coordinator, Luiz Gomes & Associados

Bars and Restaurants Given an Extension for To-Go Alcohol Deliveries until December 31, 2021

Although things are starting to return to normal as of June 15th (see blog post), loosened alcohol sales and consumption laws will remain in effect for the remainder of 2021. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control provided various temporary allowances during COVID which included the ability to return purchased alcohol; allowances of off-sales purchases from on-sale retailers; […]

Jeb BurtonManaging Shareholder, Estate, Tax and Business Law, The Burton Law Firm

Blockchain and Crypto Assets – Tax and Law

Steffen has established a special unit within his firm to provide international advice on blockchain and crypto assets. From Germany, Steffen advises his clients in all stages and all areas related to crypto investments and transactions, for example when entering the market for the first time, optimizing professionally set up DeFi investments all the way […]

Extended delays to hold annual general meeting and file annual accounts

By a new law adopted on May 22, 2020 and published on May 29, 2020 (hereinafter the “Law”), the Luxembourg parliament decided to extend for three months the deadline for filing / publishing annual accounts, consolidated accounts and that reports relating thereto and the sanctions relating thereto with regard to directors / managers, as referred […]

Stéphane EbelPartner, duvieusart ebel, avocats associés

Competition Law & the Acceleration of Trade Digitalization

Introduction This note seeks to provide an overview of some of the key recent developments in the area of competition law with regards to the challenges brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic (“the pandemic”) and the disruption induced by digitalization and online marketplaces. Legal basis Competition law aims to ensure that firms operating in a […]

Stelios AmericanosManaging Partner Advocate-Corporate and Commercial, Stelios Americanos & Co LLC

Asset Tokenization

Trends & Developments in Cyprus To read the full report click here. Asset tokenization constitutes a relatively new process. Yet, it has been receiving increasing levels of attention across several jurisdictions, with positive indications as to its ability to revolutionize the way different assets are held, traded and used. The process of tokenization involves the fragmentation […]

Stelios AmericanosManaging Partner Advocate-Corporate and Commercial, Stelios Americanos & Co LLC

The Film Industry in Cyprus – A Blooming Sector

The film industry constitutes a complex and ever-flourishing sector in the global economy. The industry’s operation occupies multifaceted stages, engages a selection of distinct stakeholders and experts and presents plenty opportunities for all parties who choose to get involved. Committed to boosting this highly promising sector, the government of the Republic of Cyprus introduced a […]

Stelios AmericanosManaging Partner Advocate-Corporate and Commercial, Stelios Americanos & Co LLC

Financial & Regulatory Technology Firms (FinTech & RegTech)

A Guide on Legal Developments and Government Initiatives in Cyprus Following the 2007-2009 global financial crisis, the financial services sector has been subjected to a process of intense regulatory overhauling, leading to many of the complex laws that are applicable today in relation to funds, banks, investment and insurance firms. In the context of this […]

Stelios AmericanosManaging Partner Advocate-Corporate and Commercial, Stelios Americanos & Co LLC

Your How-To Guide for Saving Significant Taxes by Moving from New Jersey or New York to Florida

Introduction Most of us who have visited the Sunshine State from the Northeast have from time to time been tempted to move there for a variety of reasons. Its warm climate is inviting and offers proven health benefits: physically – a greater opportunity for outdoor activities like tennis and golf; and mentally – greater exposure […]

Jeffrey H. SchechterMember, Cole Schotz

Sprouse Shrader Smith joins IR as the exclusive Tax (Law) Member in Texas

IR Global, the world’s largest exclusive network of advisory firms is delighted to introduce Jack Howell III of Sprouse Shrader Smith has joined IR as our exclusive Tax (Law) Member in Texas. Sprouse Shrader Smith continues to expand its services through experienced attorneys and staff who share the firm’s dedication to providing effective legal services to its clients. […]

J.F. Jack Howell IIIMember, Sprouse Shrader Smith

Menna Bowen participates in the IR Global Employment Working Virtual Series Home Work: The challenges of cross border remote working

The past year has witnessed a huge remote working experiment for many of the world’s businesses and their employees as a result of Covid-19. And, for many, these new working practices have become hugely complex depending on where in the world business owners and employees have suddenly found themselves. Almost overnight, people are in uncertain […]

Menna BowenPartner, Barrister, gunnercooke llp