Business Law and Corporate Law

Corporate nominee services in Cyprus allow regulated professionals to appear on public company records while beneficial owners maintain control through trust arrangements. This guide examines nominee directors, shareholders, and secretaries, explaining how they provide privacy on public registers while ensuring Cyprus tax residency through genuine local substance. Learn when these services are legally required, how they interact with beneficial ownership disclosure, and the risks to manage in 2026.

The Italian Supreme Court of Cassation has ruled for the first time that Italian companies may validly include foreign-seated arbitration clauses in their articles of association for corporate disputes.

Germany's financial regulator BaFin has issued comprehensive guidance consolidating its administrative practices for corporate takeovers under the WpÜG.