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Prudential Assurance v HMRC: VAT liability on success fees after group exit

Supreme Court clarifies VAT treatment of success fees invoiced after company exits group

BCLP advises on Sea Containers refinancing

BCLP has successfully facilitated Global Holdings Group's £290m refinancing of the iconic Sea Containers building in London with significant contributions from multiple banking partners and a dynamic leasing environment within the complex

Berwins appoints new director to board

Berwins has bolstered its leadership team with the addition of Derek Hellawell as a new director

UK legal system sets global standard

The Law Society's report highlights the UK's dominance in international law and rising legal services exports

Burford Capital invests in Kindleworth's law firms

Burford Capital's investment in Kindleworth aims to empower entrepreneurial lawyers to build successful practices together

High Court ruling on costs management in NOx emissions group litigation

Court scrutinises claimant budgets and addresses proportionality in NOx emissions group claims.

Corporate deadlock and shareholder control in winding up applications

The recent High Court decision in Koza Altin Isletmeleri A.S v Koza Ltd & Anor [2025] EWHC 2304 (Ch) provides valuable insight into the interplay between corporate control, shareholder rights, and just and equitable winding up applications.

Liquidators cannot limit liability through contractual provisions, High Court rules

High Court establishes liquidators cannot contractually limit personal liability in insolvency proceedings