Firm News
Managing your Workforce in Unprecedented Times
Economic circumstances and government decisions may necessitate short- or long-term reductions in workforces. As employers face these decisions, they must remain mindful of applicable law protecting employees.
Manubens Inaugurates its Headquarters in Malaga
Having headquarters in Barcelona, Madrid, Andorra, the firm is committed to Malaga for the opening of the new headquarters in Andalusia.
First Gay Marriages of Foreign Clients in Portugal
It was with great satisfaction that Caria Mendes Advogados helped to celebrate gay marriages of foreign clients in Portugal.
Unfortunately, not all countries in the world accept same-sex marriages (or even relationships). However, some of them accept the transcription of weddings celebrated in a foreign country.
Making use of a gap in the law, we were able to help foreign gay couples who came to marry in Portugal and, thus, see their relationship finally recognized in the country of origin, obtaining previously unreachable rights.
The Future of Online Shopping Is Social
Social media has a well-established position in the retail industry. Brands and retailers have mastered digital and social media tools to engage their target market throughout the customer journey, from awareness, engagement, purchase and well beyond purchase.
Sustainable Fashion: A G&S Panel Discussion
On January 13, 2020, Goulston & Storrs PC hosted a panel discussion featuring leaders in the fashion industry’s movement towards more sustainable practices.
CFIUS Jurisdiction over Real Estate Transactions Expanded: Foreign Investors Should Take Notice
The Trump administration continues to expand the powers of the US government to block foreign investment in the U.S. on national security grounds.
Four Manubens Abogados Recognized by Best Lawyers Among the Best Lawyers in Spain
Four partners of Manubens Abogados have been recognized by the prestigious Best Lawyers magazine among the best lawyers in Spain on the BestLawyers2020 list.
9 Steps to Effective Third-party Due Diligence
This guide outlines nine steps for an enhanced due-diligence process to ensure you have the insights needed to avoid financial and reputational harm due to third-party relationships.
Debt Restructuring for Self-Employed Professionals in the Netherlands
If you are no longer able to pay your debts and you are a sole trader, partner in a partnership or a freelancer/self-employed professional, then you are personally liable for your business’s debts. In the Netherlands it is possible to be debt-free after a period of three years of saving money for your creditors.
Draft Answers to the OECD Consultation on the "Challenges" in Taxation
ETAF sent recently some draft answers to the OECD consultation on the "challenges" in taxation arising from the digital economy.
World Intellectual Property Report 2019
The WIPR 2019 examines how the geography of innovation has evolved over the past few decades. Drawing on millions of patent and scientific publication records, the report shows that innovation is increasingly global and intertwined.
2019 ICSC Law Conference Recap
Last week, over 1,500 members of the retail law industry came together at this year’s 49th International Council of Shopping Center (ICSC) U.S. Law Conference. Those in attendance ranged from counsel from outside law firms, in-house counsel, paralegals and many others involved in the retail industry, including several first-time attendees.