There is still time for EU, EEA citizens to join the relatives in the UK and apply for Settled Status before the March deadline

The Surrinder Singh route to settled status in the UK, so called due to the landmark immigration case involving Mr. Singh, is drawing to a final close. However, there is still time to commence an application before the 29 March 2022 deadline. The main...

Contractual clauses that affect your right to claim against a trading partner

It is vital that you are advised on which clauses you should include in your contract particularly to ensure that there is no uncertainty regarding the right to make a claim should a contentious issue rear up.  Clauses that facilitate the pursuit of a...

Romance Fraud - A Callous Financial Fraud

Romance fraud, a method of financial fraud, has been starkly highlighted by the documentary “Tinder Swindler” which documents how Simon Leviev, a convicted fraudster, has left a trail of victims of romance fraud behind him.  He is far from...

"Get rich quick" investment opportunities are extremely rare. Approach with Extreme Caution if your are offered One

Financial fraud and scams have, not only vastly increased in recent months but the perpetrators are becoming ever more sophisticated and are devising schemes that provide enough breathing space for them to vanish before their unfortunate victims discover...

Cross-border Wills, Probate, Trusts and Tax, vital considerations for British Citizens living in Italy, Spain or Portugal

The kinder climate, cuisine and culture of Europe has always had a lure for British citizens with many thousands living in Italy, Spain and Portugal, many of whom are enjoying the cultural heritage and scenic environments in their retirement years. It is...

Changes in the Italian Civil Code affecting the criteria for Italian Citizenship obtained by descent through the female line

Italian citizenship can be obtained by a variety of routes, one of which is through descent, jus sanguinis , where an individual can rely on their Italian forefathers for the right to become an Italian citizen.  There are fundamental differences...

Cross-border disputes require Comprehensive Cross-border Legal Expertise as well as Cultural Knowledge to read the signs in Negotiations

In the ever-increasing commercial globalisation, businesses not only face the prospect of cross-border disputes, during the course of which they must also tackle divergent jurisdictions and legal systems, regulatory variations and not infrequently a language...

Giambrone & Partners' criminal defence team instructed in a complex cross-border Murder Case

Giambrone & Partners’ highly regarded criminal team has been instructed to defend the alleged suspect in connection with the murder of a businessman, in Manilla. Giambrone & Partners has drawn together a legal team with substantial...

Have you lost money on the Forex market? Were you told you qualified as a Professional Trader?

The war against Forex scams continues to be waged as the fraudsters find more inventive ways of deceiving their inexperienced victims. The lawyers in the banking and financial fraud team, headed by Joanna Bailey, have been instrumental in bringing class...

No Fault Divorce in force from 6 April 2022

The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020  will come into force on 6 April 2022 allowing couples to divorce without having to demonstrate a ground for divorce. The new Act also applies to civil partnership dissolution. The most significant...

Winning a Cross-border Dispute with Negotiated Dispute Resolution

As businesses across the globe try to re-establish their commercial connections and attempt to re-build their position there will inevitably be a number of contentious issues between companies, particularly where business is conducted cross-border.  The...

Winning a Cross-border Dispute with Alternative Dispute Resolution

As businesses across the globe try to re-establish their commercial connections and attempt to re-build their position there will inevitably be a number of contentious issues between companies, particularly where business is conducted cross-border.  The...

The Surinder Singh Route: Reuniting EU family members in the UK by 29 March 2022

The effects of the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union have, to some extent, been most keenly felt by individuals.  Once freedom of movement came to an end, families, where some members live in the UK and others in an EEA state, have been...

How to Avoid Injury to Feelings Awards

Companies and their HR departments would be wise to introduce an on-going training programme aimed at ensuring that their managers and wider staff do not compromise the business by creating the potential for a discriminatory employment law case due to a poor...

The National Security and Investment Act - The Government gains significant New Powers over Acquisitions

The National Security and Investment Act, is a new regulatory regime, entered in force last 4 th of January 2022, which allows the Government to scrutinise and intervene in certain acquisitions made by anyone, including businesses and investors, that could...

Beware of Investment Fraud - How to identify a potential fraud

Investment fraud involving Forex trading is one of the most frequent areas of financial fraud recognised and continues to rise.  Whilst the fraudsters continually adapt to current situations and perceived opportunities there are a number of consistent...

How to vary a Financial Settlement in the English courts after a Foreign Divorce

There are compelling reasons that London, under the jurisdiction of England and Wales, has frequently been referred to as the divorce capital of the world.  The divorce courts of England & Wales are perceived as completely impartial with a...

2022 - New Start, New House in Italy

Italy has always been an extremely popular destination for both for summer holidays and as a retirement relocation.  The relaxed way of life, the heritage, the cuisine and the climate are all appealing.  It is not only people coming to the...

Are you planning to study in Spain or Portugal? Do you need assistance with your Student Visa?

A significant number of students from the UK plan to study abroad every year.  Spain and Portugal are popular choices with approximately 5,000 students per country planning to study in Europe. Students will need to ensure that they apply for their visas...

How to make sure your Overseas Assets will be received by your UK Beneficiaries

The vast majority of people wish to protect their beneficiaries from the immediate family and closest relatives from inconvenience or financial difficulties when they die. It is particularly important for people with assets in more than one country, as...
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