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Update On Corporate Transparency Act: Access Rule, Criticisms And Costs
The arrival of the Corporate Transparency Act in the US has big implications for the country's
Cayman Islands Stirs Beneficial Ownership Debate
The Caribbean jurisdiction is considering a "legitimate interest" test to determine which persons
Reviewing "Center for Art Law Report on Anti-Money Laundering and Art"
With implications for the global market, a new guide to the world of fine art and anti-money
Caribbean IFC Presses "Pause Button" On Beneficial Ownership Public Registers
For years there has been tension between the drive for more transparency on beneficial ownership
Switzerland's Pictet Admits Helping US Clients Hide Income, Assets; Reaches DPA
The private banking group, founded in 1805, said it has cooperated extensively with US authorities.
OCBC Reportedly Sues AML Suspect
The person mentioned in the latest report is among a number of individuals arrested in Singapore
London's Status As Divorce Centre – What The Future Holds
With big cases continuing to come through London, the UK capital continues to enjoy – if that is
Binance Saga Shows No Hiding Place For Businesses With Weak Compliance
Last week's US punishment of the crypto exchange, adding to a run of stories about problems in this
Top French Court Annuls Penalties Vs UBS In Tax Fraud Case; New Trial Expected
The Swiss bank is accused of helping wealthy clients in France evade taxes.
Conducting KYC Tasks Isn't Getting Easier – Study
For years, technology firms have argued that their solutions can ease the pain of KYC checks on
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The Best Of 2023 So Far: The Power Of Nuptial Agreements In English Courts
We re-run some of the top features from earlier in the year during this vacation period.
UK Divorce Ruling Over Case When A Party Dies – More Reactions
A ruling by the UK Supreme Court against a claim to pursue financial relief during or after divorce
Credit Suisse Resolves Archegos Case
As an aside to the losses, the Archegos affair also led to calls for single-family offices to be
Credit Suisse Resolves Archegos Saga
Payments to US and UK authorities, at a total of $388 million, are to be made to draw a line under
Domestic Surrogacy Law Reform: Enough Without International Cooperation?
Domestically-focused proposals about surrogacy law in the UK are important, but can they work
UK Widens Ban On Legal Advice To Russian-Linked Business Deals
The UK's top foreign minister added, however, that the measures don't mean that Russian nationals
UK Divorce Case Ruling – When Death Intrudes: Reactions
Controversy hinges around whether a party to a marriage can pursue financial relief during, or
UBS Faces Hit From Archegos Saga – Report
In taking over Credit Suisse, UBS is shouldering a number of litigation issues that hung over the
UBS Faces Hit From Archegos Saga – Report
In taking over Credit Suisse, UBS is shouldering a number of litigation issues that hung over the
Singaporean Law Firm In Talks Over AT1 Credit Suisse Lawsuit
The legal actions by holders of Additional Tier 1 bonds – forms of capital issued by European