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Sentio Partners has advised Elaghmore Private Equity on the sale of Trutex, one of the UK's leading schoolwear suppliers, to Australian listed investment fund Hancock & Gore.

Post-merger integration failures often stem not from ignorance of employment law, but from the sequence in which decisions are made. This analysis examines why the first 100 days after M&A closing present heightened employment risk and proposes a four-point control gate that must be cleared before any employment-affecting integration step is executed or communicated.

The visa is a long-stay national visa (Legislative Decree 286/1998), as applied through consular practice.

Inveready is a leading financial services firm offering alternative assets, wealth management and traditional investment funds. Founded in 2008...

The European Union's Directive (EU) 2026/799 introduces the pre-pack procedure to address the longstanding fragmentation of national insolvency laws across Europe, aiming to preserve viable businesses that would otherwise be dismantled due to timing mismatches between corporate crises and market reactions. This two-stage mechanism promises to reduce legal uncertainty and stabilize the EU single market, but raises critical questions about moral hazard, confidentiality, and the corporate governance structures

Australian taxpayers face a challenging paradox where courtroom victories against the Australian Taxation Office often prove pyrrhic, as favorable judicial decisions are routinely neutralized through swift legislative amendments and persistent administrative enforcement. Recent landmark cases involving trust distributions and capital gains definitions illustrate how the government systematically overrides judicial outcomes to protect revenue interests. Understanding this pattern of legislative intervention

Jennifer brings a distinguished background spanning corporate law, bankruptcy, criminal prosecution, and sophisticated trusts and estates matters to her new role. Her unique combination of courtroom experience, government service, and private practice expertise positions her to deliver comprehensive fiduciary and estate planning solutions. Beyond legal practice, she has pioneered academic programs in trust management and earned national recognition for making complex tax and fiduciary concepts accessible to

Australia's proposed capital gains tax reforms will dramatically expand what constitutes taxable Australian real property for foreign investors, capturing previously exempt assets like solar farms and infrastructure. The most controversial aspect is the retrospective application dating back to 2006, potentially exposing foreign investors to unexpected tax liabilities on historical transactions they believed were compliant.

The 2025 Arrangements Law is poised to be a significant turning point in Israeli tax law, with a particular focus on corporate taxation.

Italy's Revenue Agency has issued Resolution No. 7/2026, fundamentally reshaping the VAT treatment of transaction costs in merger leveraged buy-out structures. The ruling addresses whether special purpose vehicles qualify as taxable persons and whether acquisition-related expenses can be classified as deductible preparatory costs, marking a significant departure from previous formalistic interpretations that focused narrowly on shareholding activities.

Poland's economic transformation in early 2026 has been characterized by comprehensive state-led reforms spanning deregulation, energy transition, labour enforcement, and infrastructure investment. The government has implemented nearly 200 deregulatory measures while simultaneously launching offshore wind projects and strengthening worker protections through enhanced labour inspectorate powers. This coordinated restructuring represents a strategic effort to reposition Poland's economy for sustainable growth

The principle of equal pay between the sexes – i.e. the principle that equal wages must be paid for equal and equivalent work – has become increasingly enforceable by law.

On 13 May 2026, the German federal cabinet approved the following draft legislation: Act Amending the Building Energy Act; Amending the Building Electromobility Infrastructure Act; and Amending Further Provisions in the Heating Sector. Its centrepiece is the new Building Modernisation Act. The federal government's original target of entry into force by 01 July 2026 now appears unlikely given the parliamentary process ahead. 

The EU's FASTER Directive introduces a standardised digital framework to streamline withholding tax relief on cross-border portfolio income, replacing fragmented national procedures with automated processes. While focused on publicly traded shares and bonds, the directive holds particular relevance for European real estate investors who increasingly access property through listed vehicles and REITs. Expected to apply from 2030, FASTER promises faster refunds, reduced administrative friction, and enhanced tr

As Polish court proceedings grow longer, businesses increasingly rely on arbitration clauses for faster dispute resolution. However, poorly drafted clauses can backfire, leading to extended timelines and higher costs. This analysis explores two critical drafting mistakes that can undermine arbitration effectiveness.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining middle‑market mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

The European Union's withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty has fundamentally altered the landscape for investor-state arbitration within the EU.

Professional services firms are shifting from credential-based marketing to outcome-based strategies that demonstrate measurable client value. AI and data analytics are enabling firms to quantify...