Marshall Islands Allows Virtual Shareholder Meetings in Light of COVID-1914 May 2020
The Marshall Islands has adopted a regulation permitting shareholders to participate remotely in annual shareholder meetings.
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Lessee/Charterer issues in ship leasing transactions27 April 2020
This briefing examines some structural and documentary issues which should be considered by Lessees/Charterers.
WFW triumph with six Marine Money ‘Deal of the Year’ Awards24 April 2020
Six deals in which WFW had leading advisory roles have been named ‘Deal of the Year’ in Marine Money’s Deal of the Year 2020 Awards.
Sign me up, log me in, let me begin: The rise of digital signatures23 April 2020
This article explains the difference between an electronic signature and a digital signature, what digital signatures look like, how they work and why they are more secure than ‘simple’ electronic signatures.
Tightening of German investment control – new law pending20 April 2020
This article explores the restrictions being put in place on foreign investments in Germany.
Foreign Direct Investment controls – what is changing and what dealmakers should do17 April 2020
This article explores the changing views of FDI in the EU, the UK, Germany and France.
Beyond Force Majeure: excusing performance under New York law during COVID-1916 April 2020
This article discusses the extraordinary circumstances in which a party’s nonperformance of its contractual obligations may be excused under the New York common law.
Sanctions in the Time of COVID-19: Ongoing Risks for the Shipping Community8 April 2020
The COVID-19 crisis has not slowed the Trump administration’s “maximum pressure” sanctions policy against Iran and Venezuela, which continues to pose risks to shipowners.
Impact of Covid‑19 on Dispute Resolution in Germany8 April 2020
The global spread of COVID-19 has a major impact on dispute resolution in Germany in relation to pre-litigation concerns and dispute prevention, as well as the practicality of conducting disputes in front of state courts and arbitral tribunals.
WFW Hong Kong Named CBLJ Banking & Finance and Shipping ‘Firm of the Year’8 April 2020
China Business Law Awards are based on hundreds of nominations received from China-focussed corporate counsel and legal professionals around the world.
The consequences of COVID-19 on contractual relations in Greek Law: a brief guide31 March 2020
This article examines whether the impact of COVID-19 pandemic may constitute a force majeure event under Greek law perspective and if so, how it may affect the performance of contractual obligations in the Greek jurisdiction
Update and Insights: UAE Financial Leasing Law31 March 2020
A summary of recent developments, and insights, in relation to the implementation of the UAE Federal Law No. (8) of 2018 on Finance Leases.
