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UAE: Dubai's new tax law on foreign banks
Introduction The Emirate of Dubai in 2024 issued Law No. (1) of 2024 Concerning Tax on Foreign Banks Operating in the Emirate of Dubai. The law’s passing is an essential step to clarify the applicability of separate tax laws for foreign banks operating in Dubai. A similar law passed in 1996 imposed a Dubai Banking […]
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 […]
Why is the UAE an attractive investment hub?
The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) economic growth has been remarkable in recent decades. The country has transformed itself into a global business hub. Recognizing the significance of entrepreneurship and foreign investment, the UAE government has continuously adapted its rules and regulations to foster a business-friendly environment and make the country attractive to foreign investment. Foreign […]
Austria: Zumtobel + Kronberger once again among the TOP 3 commercial law firms in Salzburg!
Our member firm in Salzburg, Zumtobel + Kronberger, have been wonderfully recognised for their legal practice. We are delighted to share their announcement today: Once again among the TOP 3 commercial law firms in Salzburg! We are pleased about the JUVE Verlag für juristische Information GmbH Top Ranking and that we were also ranked as one […]
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. […]
Spain: Recent Developments in Spanish Procedural Law
The Official State Gazette of January 3 published Organic Law 1/2025, of January 2, on measures regarding the efficiency of the Public Justice Service. It is an ambitious law that seeks to respond to the collapsed courts and, above all, to modernize a 19th century organizational model that has become obsolete. The law is ambitious, […]
Turkey: AKT Law Firm named “National Law Firm of the Year” at the Legal Leaders Awards!
WLN is delighted to share this very proud moment for our member firm in Istanbul, AKT Law Firm: We are honored to be named “National Law Firm of the Year” at the Legal Leaders Awards! This prestigious recognition is a testament to our senior partners’ Cem Kaspi, Rona Kaspi, Serra Ünsal Aksakal, Ercan Demir leadership, to […]
WLN welcomes new member firm in Romania: Voloaga Law Firm
WLN is delighted to welcome a new member firm to our network: Voloaga Law Firm, Bucharest. As a network, it is excellent to have a member firm again in Romania and an important step in our growth. Voloaga Law Firm was founded in 2014 by Radu Voloagă and specialises in commercial practice. Starting as a […]
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 […]
UAE: "Know your Client" Law
The introduction of Federal Decree-Law No. (30) of 2024 (the “Law”), establishing a “Know Your Client” (KYC) Digital Platform, enabling identity verification is an important step forward for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) whereby UAE has committed to tackle financial crimes in the country. Objectives The decree law aims at achieving the following objectives: KYC […]