Court of Appeal of Nigeria Backs Swift Account Restrictions: Insights from Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe
Can a bank restrict a customer’s account without a court order? According to the Court of Appeal of Nigeria, the answer is yes. If there’s a report of fraud or suspicious activity, a bank may act immediately.
Ilyashev & Partners Advises ESTDEV on Implementation of International Technical Assistance Project in Ukraine
Ilyashev & Partners Advises ESTDEV on Implementation of International Technical Assistance Project in Ukraine Ilyashev & Partners Law Firm has provided legal support to the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV) in the registration of an international technical assistance (ITA) project in Ukraine. As part of its engagement, Ilyashev & Partners advised ESTDEV on legal …
Punitive aspects related to the Intellectual Property Rights in the executive order on reciprocal tariffs dated 2 April, 2025 by Donald Trump.
Punitive aspects related to the Intellectual Property Rights in the executive order on reciprocal tariffs dated 2 April, 2025 by Donald Trump. By: Emma Sainsbury, and Mostafa Ahmed Ibrachy & Dermarkar Law Firm | Est. 1932 May, 2025 The executive order of 2 April 2025 sparked interesting debates and discussions in the national and international …
New Legal Insight: Ultimate Beneficial Ownership Identification in Egypt
New Legal Insight: Ultimate Beneficial Ownership Identification in Egypt The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has issued on January 8, 2025 a Guiding Manual on Identifying Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs). This manual sets a critical regulatory framework for banks to enhance transparency, combat financial crimes, and comply with international anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist …
Continue reading “New Legal Insight: Ultimate Beneficial Ownership Identification in Egypt”
Egypt’s New Medical Liability Law (2025)
Egypt’s New Medical Liability Law (2025) Medical liability, also known as medical malpractice, refers to the legal responsibility of healthcare providers for harm caused to patients due to their actions or omissions during medical care. Replacing Law No.17 of 1986, the legislator intervened with the adoption of Law No. 13 of 2025, marking a fundamental …
The Trademark Registration Process in Egypt – Step by Step
The Trademark Registration Process in Egypt – Step by Step Trademark registration is essential for businesses seeking to protect their brand identity, products, and services in the Egyptian market. The process is regulated by articles from 63 to 118 of the Egyptian intellectual property law no. 82 for the year 2002, and articles from 70 …
Continue reading “The Trademark Registration Process in Egypt – Step by Step”
Blumenthal Richter & Sumet Expands Regional Reach by Acquiring Legal ASEAN
Leading independent international law firm Blumenthal Richter & Sumet (BRS) has expanded its regional platform with the acquisition of law practice Legal ASEAN. This move further strengthens the firm’s capabilities in cross-border investments, real estate, foreign direct investment and regional legal consultancy across Southeast Asia.
McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes congratulates Erin M. Hill on her appointment to Partner
We are delighted to announce that Mrs. Erin M. Hill has been appointed a Partner of the firm.
McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes congratulates Thominique D. Nottage on her promotion to Senior Associate
It is with great pleasure that we announce the promotion of Ms. Theominique D. Nottage to Senior Associate at McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes.
McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes congratulates Berchel K.L. Wilson on her promotion to Senior Associate
We are pleased to announce the promotion of Ms. Berchel K.L. Wilson to Senior Associate at McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes.