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David Lakhdhir and Mark Bergman Publish Article in Law360 on EU Carbon Tax On Imports

• Feb 18, 2021
• Publications

David Lakhdhir and Mark Bergman Publish Article in Law360 on EU Carbon Tax On Imports

Corporate partners David Lakhdhir and Mark Bergman co-authored “US Cos. Must Prepare For EU Carbon Tax On Imports,” a piece in Law360’s “Expert Analysis” section.

David Lakhdhir and Mark Bergman Publish Article in Law360 on Evolving EU Climate, Human Rights Mandates

• Feb 11, 2021
• Publications

David Lakhdhir and Mark Bergman Publish Article in Law360 on Evolving EU Climate, Human Rights Mandates

Corporate partners David Lakhdhir and Mark Bergman co-authored a piece in Law360’s “Expert Analysis” section, examining recent legal developments in Europe related to corporate compliance around human rights and the environment.

Alvaro Membrillera Quoted on European Private Equity Trends in Law360

• Jan 26, 2021
• Publications

Alvaro Membrillera Quoted on European Private Equity Trends in Law360

Corporate partner Alvaro Membrillera was quoted in an article, “Fewer European Funds Grabbed Near-Record €92B In 2020,” published in the analysis section of Law360 on January 26.

UK and EU Reach Agreement on Trade: Key Takeaways

• Dec 29, 2020
• Publications

UK and EU Reach Agreement on Trade: Key Takeaways

On Christmas Eve, the European Commission and the UK government reached agreement on the terms of a EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement, averting the economically and legally disruptive impact of a “no deal Brexit.” The Agreement…

Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Seven New Partners

• Dec 14, 2020
• Firm News

Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Seven New Partners

Brian Bolin, Victoria Forrester, Jarrett Hoffman, Danielle Penhall, Cullen Sinclair, John Weber and Adam Wollstein have been elected to the partnership, effective Jan. 1, 2021.

Chris Boehning to Speak at German Bar Association Symposium

• Sep 28, 2020
• Events

Chris Boehning to Speak at German Bar Association Symposium

Litigation partner Christopher Boehning will speak at the German Bar Association’s “Law – Made in Germany Symposium: With Regard to Collective Redress.”

The European Commission Publishes Capital Markets Recovery Package Proposals

• Aug 17, 2020
• Publications

The European Commission Publishes Capital Markets Recovery Package Proposals

In July, the European Commission adopted a series of legislative reform proposals (the “Recovery Package”) aimed at facilitating post-COVID-19 economic recovery.

U.S. State Department Issues Unprecedented Global Travel Advisory

• Mar 19, 2020
• Publications

U.S. State Department Issues Unprecedented Global Travel Advisory

The State Department has issued a Level 4 (Do Not Travel) advisory for all travel outside the United States. It advises U.S. citizens not to travel abroad and U.S. citizens abroad who reside in the United States to return home if…

Force Majeure in the Wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

• Mar 03, 2020
• Publications

Force Majeure in the Wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The coming months are likely to bring many assertions of force majeure—contract provisions that excuse a party’s nonperformance when “acts of God” or other extraordinary events prevent a party from fulfilling its contractual…

SEC Proposes Amendments to MD&A Requirements and Provides Guidance on use of Metrics in the MD&A

• Feb 03, 2020
• Publications

SEC Proposes Amendments to MD&A Requirements and Provides Guidance on use of Metrics in the MD&A

On January 30, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) published proposed amendments to modernize, simplify and enhance certain financial disclosure requirements set forth in Regulation S-K. 

Brexit Update: What does “Brexit” really mean?

• Jan 23, 2020
• Publications

Brexit Update: What does “Brexit” really mean?

Yesterday, the Withdrawal Agreement Bill, which is necessary to implement the Withdrawal Agreement, was approved by Parliament and is expected to receive royal assent by the end of the week.

Brexit Update

• Jan 14, 2020
• Publications

Brexit Update

Three and a half years after the June 2016 referendum, the UK in all likelihood will leave the EU. While the departure date technically is January 31, 2020, in fact little will change on January 31 as the departure date will be…

Full Effectiveness of New EU Prospectus Regulation Requires New EEA Legends and Selling Restrictions

• Sep 20, 2019
• Publications

Full Effectiveness of New EU Prospectus Regulation Requires New EEA Legends and Selling Restrictions

On July 21, Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 (the “Prospectus Regulation”) came fully into force, repealing and replacing Directive 2003/71/EC, as amended (the “Prospectus Directive”).

Senior DOJ Antitrust Official Rejoins Paul, Weiss

• Sep 09, 2019
• Firm News

Senior DOJ Antitrust Official Rejoins Paul, Weiss

Andrew Finch has returned to the firm as Co-Chair of the Antitrust Practice Group.

A “No-Deal” Brexit: What could it mean, and can it be prevented?

• Aug 16, 2019
• Publications

A “No-Deal” Brexit: What could it mean, and can it be prevented?

Britain has a new Prime Minister and a new cabinet.  In spite of the change in the leadership of the Conservative Party, the dominant question remains:  what of Brexit? 

FCA Publishes New Related Party Transaction Rules

• Jul 01, 2019
• Publications

FCA Publishes New Related Party Transaction Rules

In May, the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) published “Policy Statement: PS 19/13, Proposals to promote shareholder engagement: Feedback to CP19/7 and final rules” discussing the implementation of the new related party transaction …

Brexit Lexicon: Update

• Jun 25, 2019
• Publications

Brexit Lexicon: Update

As an aid to those trying to keep track of the moving pieces in Britain and across the Channel as the Brexit saga continues, we summarize in this update of our Brexit Lexicon the key concepts, key players and, most importantly, key…

UK IPO Reforms: One Year On

• Jun 17, 2019
• Publications

UK IPO Reforms: One Year On

On July 1, 2018, the revised Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) rules on the availability of information in the UK IPO process became effective.  The rules were introduced with a goal of improving the quality and timeliness of…

Alvaro Membrillera Speaks at London Business School

• May 14, 2019
• Events

Alvaro Membrillera Speaks at London Business School

Corporate partner Alvaro Membrillera co-presented a seminar on the legal aspects of private equity at London Business School with Susanna Berger, general counsel for Europe at KKR.

Brexit – New Deadlines and Prolonged Uncertainty

• May 16, 2019
• Videos

Brexit – New Deadlines and Prolonged Uncertainty

In this video, London-based corporate partners Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir discuss Britain’s upcoming deadlines and the MEP elections, political complications and potential next steps, against the backdrop of continued…

Brexit Lexicon: Update

• May 30, 2019
• Publications

Brexit Lexicon: Update

As an aid to those trying to keep track of the moving pieces in Britain and across the Channel as the Brexit saga continues, we summarize in this update of our Brexit Lexicon the key concepts, key players and, most importantly, key…

Mark Bergman to Participate in PLI’s Annual Institute on Securities Regulation in Europe

• Mar 14, 2019
• Events

Mark Bergman to Participate in PLI’s Annual Institute on Securities Regulation in Europe

London-based securities partner Mark Bergman will speak on a panel at the Practising Law Institute’s 18th Annual Institute on Securities Regulation in Europe. 

Brexit Lexicon: Update

• Mar 08, 2019
• Publications

Brexit Lexicon: Update

As an aid to those trying to keep track of the moving pieces in Britain and across the Channel as the Brexit deadline of March 29, 2019 approaches, we set out in this update of our Brexit Lexicon the key concepts, key players and,…

The EU and the UK Publish Guidance on Prospectuses Applicable in the Event of No-Deal Brexit

• Feb 11, 2019
• Publications

The EU and the UK Publish Guidance on Prospectuses Applicable in the Event of No-Deal Brexit

The European Securities and Markets Authority (“ESMA”) has issued updates to its guidance on prospectuses in the form of new questions and answers (“Q&As”) relating to the Prospectus Directive (available here) and Transparency…

Brexit Lexicon: Update

• Feb 04, 2019
• Publications

Brexit Lexicon: Update

As an aid to those trying to keep track of the moving pieces in Britain and across the Channel as the Brexit deadline of March 29, 2019 approaches, we set out in this Brexit Lexicon the key concepts and players, which we continue to…

Takeaways from the AICPA’s 2018 Conference on Current SEC and PCAOB Developments

• Jan 08, 2019
• Publications

Takeaways from the AICPA’s 2018 Conference on Current SEC and PCAOB Developments

In mid-December 2018, speakers and panelists representing regulatory and standard-setting bodies as well as auditors, registrants, securities counsel and other industry experts gathered in Washington D.C. for the 2018 AICPA Conference …

SEC Chair Reminds Reporting Companies of the Importance of Brexit-Related Disclosures

• Dec 11, 2018
• Publications

SEC Chair Reminds Reporting Companies of the Importance of Brexit-Related Disclosures

Since the June 2016 Brexit referendum, we have chronicled in a series of alerts the tremendous level of uncertainty and the potentially far reaching effects of the different Brexit scenarios.  

A Decisive Moment for Brexit Negotiations

• Dec 10, 2018
• Videos

A Decisive Moment for Brexit Negotiations

After months of negotiations, the British Parliament was scheduled to vote on Prime Minister Theresa May’s Brexit Withdrawal Agreement on Tuesday, December 11. 

Paul, Weiss Announces Election of New Partners

• Dec 07, 2018
• Firm News

Paul, Weiss Announces Election of New Partners

Paul, Weiss is pleased to announce that the following attorneys have been elected to the partnership, effective January 1, 2019: Justin Anderson, Robert Britton, David Carmona, Harris Fischman, Christopher D. Frey, Matthew B.…

Brexit Lexicon: Update

• Nov 26, 2018
• Publications

Brexit Lexicon: Update

As an aid to those trying to keep track of the moving pieces, we set out below the key concepts and players in a slightly different format. This update reflects events up through November 25^th, the date on which the draft Withdrawal…

Brexit Update: Agreement Reached by Negotiators but may be rejected by UK Parliament, and Significant Uncertainties Remain

• Nov 26, 2018
• Publications

Brexit Update: Agreement Reached by Negotiators but may be rejected by UK Parliament, and Significant Uncertainties Remain

Following months of negotiations, on November 25^th, the negotiating teams for the UK Government, led by Prime Minister Theresa May, and the European Union, led by its chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier, reached agreement on a…

AFME and Euro IRP Publish Guidance on New Rules Governing UK IPO Process

• Oct 15, 2018
• Publications

AFME and Euro IRP Publish Guidance on New Rules Governing UK IPO Process

The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (“AFME”) and the European Association of Independent Research Providers (“Euro IRP”) recently published industry-wide guidance (the “Guidance”) in respect of the rules adopted by the UK…

Five Paul, Weiss Partners to Participate in Annual IBA Conference

• Oct 07, 2018
• Events

Five Paul, Weiss Partners to Participate in Annual IBA Conference

Corporate partners Mark Bergman, Ariel Deckelbaum, Marco Masotti, Alvaro Membrillera and Tarun Stewart will participate in the International Bar Association’s annual conference.

Brexit - Looming Deadlines and Competing Visions

• Sep 13, 2018
• Videos

Brexit - Looming Deadlines and Competing Visions

In this video, London-based corporate partners Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir discuss key issues, including the possible scenarios for the UK leaving the EU and the implications of the splits within Prime Minister May's cabinet, the…

Risk of a “no deal” Brexit: How should businesses respond?

• Aug 29, 2018
• Publications

Risk of a “no deal” Brexit: How should businesses respond?

With exactly seven months remaining until the United Kingdom is scheduled to withdraw from the European Union, its negotiations with the EU on the terms of its withdrawal and its future relationship are, in the words of Prime Minister …

Brexit Lexicon: Update

• Aug 30, 2018
• Publications

Brexit Lexicon: Update

As the Brexit negotiations between the UK and the EU27 (not to mention the internecine battles among factions in the Conservative Party, the cabinet and Parliament) continue, keeping track of the players and their positions, and where …

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 …

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.