Brexit Update: Keeping Track of the Moving Pieces

• Jul 02, 2018
• Publications

Brexit Update: Keeping Track of the Moving Pieces

The second anniversary of the Brexit referendum is upon us, an entirely inconclusive meeting between Prime Minister Theresa May and her fellow members of the European Council has just ended, and the proverbial clock continues to count …

Brexit Update: Brexit Lexicon

• Jul 02, 2018
• Publications

Brexit Update: Brexit Lexicon

As the Brexit discussion between the UK and the EU27 (not to mention the internecine battles among factions in the government) continue, keeping track of the players and their positions, and where the process seems to be heading, is…

President Trump Decides Not to Impose New Foreign Investment Restrictions against China; Opts Instead to Support CFIUS Reform Legislation in Congress

• Jun 29, 2018
• Publications

President Trump Decides Not to Impose New Foreign Investment Restrictions against China; Opts Instead to Support CFIUS Reform Legislation in Congress

As an outgrowth of the Section 301 investigation that was conducted by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative concerning China’s laws, policies, practices and actions related to technology transfer, intellectual property and…

FCA Publishes a Consultation on an Update to a Technical Note on Periodic Financial Information and Inside Information

• Jun 19, 2018
• Publications

FCA Publishes a Consultation on an Update to a Technical Note on Periodic Financial Information and Inside Information

On June 11, 2018, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (the “FCA”) published a special edition of its Primary Market Bulletin containing a consultation (the “Consultation”) on an update to its existing guidance on periodic financial…

Brexit Breakthrough with Very Tough Choices Ahead

• Dec 12, 2017
• Publications

Brexit Breakthrough with Very Tough Choices Ahead

The publication on Friday morning (December 8) of the Joint Report from the Negotiators of the European Union and the United Kingdom Government on Progress during Phase 1 of Negotiations Under Article 50 TEU on the United Kingdom’s…

Client Alert: Keeping Track of the Moving Pieces as the Brexit Negotiations Move into the Second, and More Difficult, Phase

• Dec 21, 2017
• Publications

Client Alert: Keeping Track of the Moving Pieces as the Brexit Negotiations Move into the Second, and More Difficult, Phase

Recent headlines trumpeted a breakthrough on the Brexit discussions between the UK and the EU27 and, while it is correct that an important milestone has been achieved, many observers see the next phase as the hard part because…

Keeping Track of the Moving Pieces–Our Brexit Lexicon

• Jan 23, 2018
• Publications

Keeping Track of the Moving Pieces–Our Brexit Lexicon

Headlines in mid-December trumpeted a breakthrough on the Brexit discussions between the UK and the EU27. 

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Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Five New Partners

• Dec 01, 2017
• Firm News

Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Five New Partners

Paul, Weiss announced that five new partners have been elected to the partnership, effective January 1, 2018: Yahonnes Cleary, Brian S. Grieve, Kyle J. Kimpler, Lindsay B. Parks and Ramy J. Wahbeh. 

FCA Adopts Changes to Rules Governing Availability of Information for IPOs

• Nov 13, 2017
• Publications

FCA Adopts Changes to Rules Governing Availability of Information for IPOs

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (the “FCA”) recently published a policy statement (the “Policy Statement”) that addresses the availability of information as part of the initial public offering (“IPO”) process in the United Kingdom.

The FCA Adopts a Number of Technical and Structural Changes to the UK Listing Regime

• Nov 08, 2017
• Publications

The FCA Adopts a Number of Technical and Structural Changes to the UK Listing Regime

On October 26, 2017, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (the “FCA”) published a policy statement (the “Policy Statement”) that introduces a number of changes to the UK Listing Rules (“LRs”) and related guidance.

MiFID II Unbundling Rules: Implications for Asset Managers and Broker-Dealers in the United States

• Nov 01, 2017
• Publications

MiFID II Unbundling Rules: Implications for Asset Managers and Broker-Dealers in the United States

On January 3, 2018, the European Union’s revised Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (“MiFID II Directive”) and the new Markets in Financial Instruments Regulation (“MiFIR,” and together with the MiFID II Directive, “MiFID II”) …

Mark Bergman and Sofia Martos Co-Author Article in Securities Law Daily

• Oct 05, 2017
• Publications

Mark Bergman and Sofia Martos Co-Author Article in Securities Law Daily

London-based partner Mark Bergman and associate Sofia Martos published an article in the October 5 edition of Bloomberg BNA Securities Law Daily.

Screening of Foreign Investments in the EU

• Sep 27, 2017
• Publications

Screening of Foreign Investments in the EU

The European Commission recently issued a proposed regulation establishing a framework for screening foreign investments into the European Union. The regulation, if adopted, would authorize EU member states, as well as the Commission…

Mark Bergman to Participate in PLI Webcast

• Sep 25, 2017
• Events

Mark Bergman to Participate in PLI Webcast

London-based securities partner Mark Bergman will participate in an hour-long briefing by the Practising Law Institute, “Accessing the U.S. Capital Markets From Europe Without SEC Registration: Understanding the Interplay Between…

While the Clock Continues to Tick, Brexit Positions Continue to Evolve

• Aug 18, 2017
• Publications

While the Clock Continues to Tick, Brexit Positions Continue to Evolve

Since Prime Minister Theresa May lost her majority in the U.K. Parliament on June 8, there has been much speculation as to whether the British government would continue down the road of a “hard” Brexit or would move to a softer…

Alvaro Membrillera Hosts Private Equity Seminar at London Business School

• Jun 03, 2017
• Events

Alvaro Membrillera Hosts Private Equity Seminar at London Business School

London partner Alvaro Membrillera held a seminar on the legal aspects of private equity for more than 60 MBA students. The event took place at the London Business School on June 3.

Paul, Weiss Adds Prominent M&A Lawyer in London

• May 18, 2017
• Firm News

Paul, Weiss Adds Prominent M&A Lawyer in London

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP announced today that Alvaro Gomez de Membrillera Galiana has joined the firm as a partner in its Mergers & Acquisitions Group, resident in the London office.

Brexit Negotiations – Potential Outcomes and Political Context

• May 12, 2017
• Videos

Brexit Negotiations – Potential Outcomes and Political Context

As the UK and the EU prepare for upcoming negotiations over a withdrawal agreement and the terms of access by the UK to EU markets for goods and services, it is clear that the parties are extremely far apart, which could have…

Release of UK and EU Negotiating Positions Provides Little Clarity on Brexit Outcome

• May 10, 2017
• Publications

Release of UK and EU Negotiating Positions Provides Little Clarity on Brexit Outcome

For many businesses, knowing the contours of the eventual Brexit deal is critical to evaluating what contingency plans may be required and, if required, by what point in time.  In this memorandum, we examine the British and EU…

Brexit: Britain Formally Enters Uncharted Waters

• Apr 04, 2017
• Publications

Brexit: Britain Formally Enters Uncharted Waters

Nine months after the British voted to withdraw from the European Union, Prime Minister Theresa May has provided formal notification of the country’s intention to begin the mandated two-year period of negotiation to effect that…

The FCA Proposes a Number of Technical and Structural Changes to the UK Listing Regime in its Latest Review of UK Primary Markets

• Mar 14, 2017
• Publications

The FCA Proposes a Number of Technical and Structural Changes to the UK Listing Regime in its Latest Review of UK Primary Markets

In line with its objective of ensuring the UK capital markets function well and remain effective, last year the UK Financial Conduct Authority (the “FCA”) committed, as part of its 2016/17 Business Plan, to conduct a review of the…

Client Alert: High Court Rules U.K. Government Cannot Trigger Brexit Without Parliamentary Authorization

• Nov 03, 2016
• Publications

Client Alert: High Court Rules U.K. Government Cannot Trigger Brexit Without Parliamentary Authorization

The U.K. High Court today held that the U.K. Secretary of State does not have the power to give notice pursuant to Article 50 of the Treaty on the European Union for the nation to withdraw from the European Union.  According …

Scott Barshay Quoted in FT Article About UK M&A Opportunities After Brexit

• Jul 15, 2016
• Publications

Scott Barshay Quoted in FT Article About UK M&A Opportunities After Brexit

Corporate partner Scott Barshay was quoted in a Financial Times article, titled "UK M&A Opportunities Open up After Brexit," which discusses whether falling share prices and the devaluation of sterling is lifting…

Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir Co-Author Article on Effects of Brexit on Public Disclosure Obligations

• Jul 12, 2016
• Publications

Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir Co-Author Article on Effects of Brexit on Public Disclosure Obligations

London-based corporate partners Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir co-authored a client memorandum, titled "Brexit: Disclosure Implications for SEC Reporting Companies," that was featured in the July issues of Insights: The…

Brexit: Disclosure Implications for SEC Reporting Companies

• Jul 12, 2016
• Publications

Brexit: Disclosure Implications for SEC Reporting Companies

In the short period since the June 23 UK referendum on whether to remain in, or leave, the European Union, the United Kingdom has faced a remarkable range of political, monetary, economic  and even constitutional…

Brexit: What Comes Next? What Are the Potential Consequences?

• Jul 06, 2016
• Publications

Brexit: What Comes Next? What Are the Potential Consequences?

On June 23, 2016 voters in the United Kingdom were asked in a referendum whether the UK should remain a member of the European Union or leave the EU.  By a vote of 51.9% to 48.1%, the voters opted to leave.

Client Alert: Implications of the New EU Market Abuse Regulation for Issuers of Securities Traded on EU Regulated Markets and Unregulated Exchanges in the European Union

• Jun 06, 2016
• Publications

Client Alert: Implications of the New EU Market Abuse Regulation for Issuers of Securities Traded on EU Regulated Markets and Unregulated Exchanges in the European Union

From July 3, 2016, a new market abuse regime, comprising the EU Market Abuse Regulation (596/2014/EU) ("MAR"), will apply to issuers with securities listed in the European Union.

Client Alert: House Passes Act Facilitating Resales of Restricted Securities

• Oct 13, 2015
• Publications

Client Alert: House Passes Act Facilitating Resales of Restricted Securities

On October 6, 2015, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1839, the Reforming Access for Investments in Startup Enterprises Act of 2015, or RAISE Act.

The U.S. SEC’s Elimination of the Prohibition Against General Solicitation and General Advertising

• Nov 12, 2013
• Publications

The U.S. SEC’s Elimination of the Prohibition Against General Solicitation and General Advertising

Securities partner Mark Bergman and London-based associates Patricia Vaz de Almeida and Nitin Konchady co-authored the article, "The U.S. SEC's Elimination of the Prohibition Against General…

Mark Bergman Discusses South Africa

• May 14, 2013
• Events

Mark Bergman Discusses South Africa

London-based Capital Markets partner Mark Bergman spoke on recent developments in South Africa at the International Finance Law Review's Africa Forum.