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The Necessity of a Global Legal Network for Chinese Companies Going Global
As a lawyer practicing in China, being a member of the Warwick Legal Network (WLN) has been an invaluable asset in my professional journey. In an era where Chinese companies are expanding globally, having access to a reliable and closely-knit network of legal professionals worldwide is crucial. My experience with WLN has reinforced the importance […]
NL: Update on administrative fines
In the past six months, interesting developments have occurred in the field of Dutch administrative penalty law. For example, it has become clear that in the event of an administrative fine, the person concerned has the right to assistance from counsel during an interrogation, and this right must be communicated by the administrative body prior […]
The Value of Warwick Legal Network for a Lawyer in China
As a lawyer practicing in China, being a member of the Warwick Legal Network (WLN) has been an invaluable asset in my professional journey. In an era where Chinese companies are expanding globally, having access to a reliable and closely-knit network of legal professionals worldwide is crucial. My experience with WLN has reinforced the importance […]
NL: Lifting of Pledge Prohibitions Act: new financing possibilities?!
On 4 March 2025, the Senate adopted the ‘Lifting of Pledge Prohibitions Act‘. The law is expected to enter into force on 1 July 2025, although the exact date is not yet known. In this update, we briefly discuss the background of this law and the positive and possible negative consequences that this law has […]
USA: Matthew Blewitt joins Morningstar Law Group!
We are happy to share the following announcement from our fantastic firm in North Carolina: We’re thrilled to welcome Matthew Blewitt to the Morningstar Law Group team! As a seasoned commercial litigation attorney in Raleigh, Matthew brings a wealth of experience and a client-centered approach to every case. His dedication to achieving favorable outcomes for […]
Poland: Taxation of benefits for beneficiaries of a family foundation
Family foundations are gaining popularity as a solution that enables not only the protection of assets and their optimal tax multiplication, but also, and perhaps above all, the protection of the financial interests of the beneficiaries. The scope of benefits granted, the conditions and the manner of their payment are specified in the foundation’s statute. […]
Aleksandra Olbratowska is awarded the Jorge Mañá Award 2025!
The WLN Board are delighted to announce the first winner of the Jorge Mañá Award 2025! Congratulations to Aleksandra Olbratowska (Gorazda, Świstuń, Wątroba i Partnerzy adwokaci i radcowie prawni, Krakow). The winner’s grant will support Aleksandra in spending time with fellow WLN member firm bureau Plattner. The WLN Board members all send Aleksandra our warm […]
Austria: Property purchase contract: Real estate transfer tax on inventory sold at the same time?
When drafting purchase contracts, a contract draftsman must always deal with the desire of the contracting parties to draft contracts that are as tax-optimized as possible. In this context, it should be mentioned that in Austria, inventory is generally not covered by real estate transfer tax. Inventory refers to movable objects that are located in […]
Italy: bureau Plattner announces its 2025 Promotions!
WLN member firm for Bolzano and Milano, bureau Plattner, has recently shared exciting news: We are pleased to announce the 2025 promotions! Matteo Figini (team legal, Milano), Rudi Moroder (team tax, Bolzano) and Sabino Piattone (team payroll, Milano) have been promoted to Salary Partners.Roberta Cavalleri (team legal, Milano) and Katrin Gross (team tax, Bolzano) have been promoted […]
Bulgaria: Nikolay Ilchev joins Mikinski and Partners Law Office!
WLN is excited to share the following news from our member firm in Sofia, Bulgaria: We are delighted to announce the newest addition to the team at Mikinski & Partners Law Office – Nikolay Ilchev! Nikolay graduated with a degree in Law from Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” and is a member of the Sofia […]