In today’s interconnected global market, cross-border finance agreements and multi-jurisdictional deals are a core part of business strategy. Our team is skilled in managing these complex transactions, helping clients navigate the intricacies of differing legal frameworks, financial systems, and business cultures.

Our services include:

• Multi-Jurisdictional Financing Structures: We assist clients in structuring and negotiating financing agreements that span multiple jurisdictions, ensuring that the transaction is legally sound and tax-efficient in all relevant countries. This includes advising on syndicated loans, secured financing, debt issuance, and equity offerings that involve participants across various jurisdictions.
• Cross-Border Mergers and Acquisitions: We advise on M&A transactions with an international scope, providing strategic legal counsel on structuring cross-border deals to optimise the tax implications, regulatory approvals, and risk management considerations.
• Joint Ventures and Partnerships: Our team supports clients in forming international joint ventures and partnerships, ensuring that the legal framework governing the relationship is robust and that the parties’ interests are protected in all jurisdictions involved.
• Sourcing International Capital: We advise companies and financial institutions on accessing international capital markets, navigating the regulatory requirements of various jurisdictions, and optimising financing structures for their cross-border needs.
• Dispute Resolution and Enforcement: In cross-border transactions, disputes are inevitable. Our team assists clients in resolving international disputes through negotiation, arbitration, and litigation, ensuring effective enforcement of contracts across multiple jurisdictions.

We bring deep knowledge of international law and local market practices to guide clients through the complexities of cross-border transactions and help achieve successful, sustainable outcomes.

Cross-border transactions frequently involve currency exchange and international taxation issues. Our team provides expert advice to help clients navigate these complex regulatory frameworks, ensuring that their deals are tax-efficient and comply with currency exchange regulations across multiple jurisdictions.

Our services include:

• Currency Exchange Compliance: We advise clients on navigating local and international currency exchange controls, regulations, and compliance requirements. Whether dealing with foreign exchange restrictions or the complexities of currency repatriation, our team ensures that all transactions are structured in compliance with relevant laws.
• International Taxation: We provide comprehensive guidance on international tax planning and compliance. Our experts advise on transfer pricing, double taxation treaties, tax-efficient structuring of cross-border investments, and other key tax matters. We ensure that clients minimise tax risks and avoid costly pitfalls in multi-jurisdictional transactions.
• Indirect Taxes and VAT: We assist clients with understanding and managing indirect tax implications, including VAT, sales tax, and customs duties, in cross-border transactions. We help clients structure deals in a way that minimises tax burdens and ensures compliance with local tax regimes.
• Tax Treaties and Double Taxation Relief: We advise on the application of double tax treaties and help clients take advantage of international agreements to avoid double taxation, ensuring that their tax obligations are effectively managed across borders.

By combining expert knowledge of international taxation and local regulations, we help clients optimise their tax positions and navigate the complex web of tax laws in cross-border transactions.

Cross-border transactions are often subject to an array of trade finance laws and sanctions regimes that vary by jurisdiction. Our team ensures that clients comply with all relevant laws, including trade regulations, export controls, and financial sanctions, to minimise risk and safeguard their business operations.

Our services include:

• Trade Finance Compliance: We provide guidance on the legal framework governing international trade finance, including advising on letters of credit (LCs), trade credit insurance, and financing options for exporters and importers. Our team helps clients navigate the complexities of cross-border trade finance, ensuring compliance with local regulations and international standards.
• Sanctions Compliance: We assist clients in complying with financial sanctions imposed by governments, including the European Union, the United States, and the United Nations. Our team helps ensure that clients are not inadvertently violating sanctions regulations in their cross-border transactions and provides advice on how to structure transactions to avoid potential violations.
• Export Controls and Licensing: In many jurisdictions, exporting goods, services, and technology is subject to stringent controls and licensing requirements. We assist clients in ensuring their cross-border transactions comply with all relevant export control laws and licensing regimes, helping to avoid costly penalties and reputational damage.
• Customs and Import-Export Regulations: We advise on customs compliance and the legal aspects of importing and exporting goods, helping clients navigate tariffs, quotas, and import/export restrictions across jurisdictions. Our team ensures that clients meet all legal obligations while optimising their international supply chain operations.