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French Insider Episode 45 | What It Really Takes To Move Your Legal Career To France With Sarah Ben-Moussa (Podcast)
Former Sheppard associate Sarah Ben-Moussa shares her journey from practicing M&A law in New York to building a renewable energy legal career in Paris. She discusses navigating the French visa system, the practical differences between U.S. and French legal practice, and the personal challenges of relocating abroad while leveraging American legal training in cross-border transactions.
France Commercial
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Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
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Do You Need To Whitewash? The Financial Assistance Prohibition Under Maltese Law Explained
Malta's Companies Act prohibits companies from providing financial assistance for the acquisition of their own shares or those of their parent company, but private companies can circumvent this restriction through a 'whitewash procedure.' This article examines the scope of the prohibition, the rationale behind capital maintenance rules, and the practical steps required to lawfully provide financial assistance in M&A transactions.
Malta Commercial
GA
GVZH Advocates
Article
Malta As A B2B Gaming Jurisdiction: Regulatory Foundations, Commercial Realities, And The Road Ahead
Malta has maintained its position as Europe's premier B2B gaming jurisdiction for over two decades, but what structural characteristics explain this sustained dominance despite increasing competition and regulatory demands? This analysis examines the Malta Gaming Authority's licensing framework, fiscal architecture, commercial ecosystem, and substance requirements to assess whether Malta's reputation as the optimal base for European gaming operations remains justified in 2026.
Malta Commercial
CG
CSB Group
Article
Family Wealth Planning: Why Successful Families Use Corporate Structures
Often the greatest challenge for individuals and families is not generating that wealth but managing its transition from one generation to the next. Ensuring that your children and possibly their children do not have financial worries (or less) and moving wealth from one generation to the next is often one of the greatest challenges, and preserving that wealth for future generations often requires a different strategy.
Malta Wealth Mgt
PS
Papilio Services Limited
Article
PPWR In Practice: What The New FAQ Clarifies
The European Union's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) became applicable across all Member States in August 2026, introducing new compliance obligations for manufacturers, importers, and distributors. The European Commission's updated FAQ provides crucial guidance on role classification, conformity requirements, and enforcement approaches, yet significant questions remain regarding operational implementation and the allocation of responsibilities throughout the value chain.
Germany Commercial
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PwC Legal Germany
Article
AMLD6 And Beneficial Ownership Central Registers: New Access Rules In Ireland
Ireland has introduced significant amendments to its beneficial ownership registers in 2026, implementing the Sixth Anti-Money Laundering Directive (AMLD6) framework. These reforms fundamentally restructure access rights to the Central Register of Beneficial Ownership of Trusts and Corporate Entities, moving away from unrestricted public access toward a tiered system that balances transparency with privacy rights while maintaining accessibility for legitimate anti-money laundering purposes.
Ireland Commercial
DE
Dillon Eustace
Article
Branch Or Subsidiary In Cyprus: Legal Framework And Key Considerations For Foreign Companies
A foreign company establishing a permanent presence in Cyprus will usually consider either registering a branch or incorporating a Cyprus subsidiary. Both structures permit business to be carried on from Cyprus, but they are legally different. A branch remains part of the foreign company, while a subsidiary is a separate Cyprus company even if the foreign parent owns all of its shares.
Cyprus Commercial
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A. Danos & Associates LLC
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Bankruptcy Of Hortilux, Agrilight And AP Nederland B.V.
Stefan van Wijk of BUREN has been appointed administrator following the bankruptcy of six Dutch companies operating under the Hortilux and Agrilight brands, which manufacture lighting installations for greenhouse horticulture and livestock housing. With over ten parties already expressing interest and intensive restart efforts underway, the administrator is preparing an information memorandum to facilitate potential acquisitions while maintaining operations in the interim.
Netherlands Insolvency
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Buren
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FDI Screening In Corporate Reorganisations: When Intra-group Share Transfers Are No Longer An Internal Matter
Intra-group reorganisations involving Polish companies in strategic sectors may trigger foreign direct investment screening requirements, even when transactions appear purely technical. Understanding when FDI rules apply to share transfers and corporate restructurings is essential for international investors planning operations in Poland.
Poland International
GGI Global Alliance
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