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Anti-dumping, Countervailing & Trade Remedies
Support investigations and proceedings for anti-dumping, countervailing, safeguards, and other trade remedies, including evidence preparation and hearing strategy.
Antitrust / Merger Control Filings
Prepare and submit merger control notifications, manage authority engagement, and coordinate remedies to secure antitrust clearance on time.
Audit Services
Provide statutory and special-purpose audits, assisting with financial statement assurance, internal control review, and reporting requirements for stakeholders and regulators.
Backdoor Listing / Reverse Takeover
Advise on backdoor listings and reverse takeovers, including target selection, transaction structuring, regulatory pathways, and disclosure compliance.
China ODI Approval / Filing
Support China outbound investment (ODI) approval/filing with NDRC/MOFCOM and related foreign exchange procedures, ensuring end-to-end regulatory compliance.
Customs Compliance Services
Deliver customs compliance advisory, including HS classification, valuation, origin rules, audit support, and risk mitigation for cross-border trade.
Cybersecurity & Data Protection
Provide cyber security and data protection advisory, including governance, incident response readiness, remediation, and compliance for cross-border data transfers.
Dispute Resolution
Handle commercial dispute resolution through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation, with strategy design and end-to-end case management.
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Environmental Compliance
Advise on environmental compliance, permitting, EHS management, and sustainability requirements, helping clients assess and remediate environmental risks.
Export Controls & Compliance
Build export control compliance programs, classify controlled items, screen parties, manage licensing, and respond to enforcement inquiries across jurisdictions.
Host Country Investment Approvals
Obtain host-country investment approvals and sectoral permits, including foreign investment reviews, licensing, and registrations to enable smooth project implementation.
Human Resources
Provide HR advisory across hiring, compensation, policies, and labor compliance, including cross-border assignments and workforce optimization.
Initial Public Offering (IPO) & Listing
Guide IPO readiness and listing execution, including governance enhancement, regulatory compliance, prospectus support, and coordination with intermediaries.
Insolvency & Restructuring
Advise on insolvency proceedings and restructuring plans, including creditor negotiations, debt reorganization, and asset dispositions to preserve value and continuity.
International Engineering Contracting (EPC)
Advise on international engineering contracting (EPC), covering bid strategy, contract drafting/negotiation, claims management, compliance, and dispute prevention.
International Logistics
Provide international logistics planning and coordination, optimizing routes, costs, and timelines while aligning with trade terms, customs requirements, and risk controls.
Investment Agreement Drafting & Review
Draft, review, and negotiate investment agreements (term sheets, SPA/SSA, shareholders' agreements), aligning risk allocation, control rights, and closing conditions.
Investment Target Screening & Matching
Screen, benchmark, and match investment targets to client strategy through industry mapping, financial filters, and fit assessments to build a qualified pipeline.
Legal Entity Establishment & Maintenance
End-to-end incorporation and lifecycle maintenance, including registrations, corporate secretarial filings, governance updates, and ongoing compliance in relevant jurisdictions.
Life Sciences
Offer life sciences regulatory and transaction support, covering market access, clinical/quality compliance, licensing, and industry-specific risk management.
Ongoing Legal Counsel
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Advise on financial services matters across securities, funds, futures, insurance, and credit, including licensing, compliance, product structuring, and reporting.
Tax Planning
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Ad Hoc Professional Services – Director (Nigeria)
Hourly professional services by a Director in Nigeria priced at USD 293 per hour. Available for general administration and ad hoc projects not covered under standard service packages.
Equinox Group
Ad Hoc Professional Services – Account Supervisor (Nigeria)
Hourly professional services by an Account Supervisor in Nigeria priced at USD 185 per hour. Available for general administration and ad hoc projects not covered under standard service packages.
Equinox Group
Ad Hoc Professional Services – Account Manager (Nigeria)
Hourly professional services by an Account Manager in Nigeria priced at USD 165 per hour. Available for general administration and ad hoc projects not covered under standard service packages.
Equinox Group
Ad Hoc Professional Services – Account Executive (Nigeria)
Hourly professional services by an Account Executive in Nigeria priced at USD 90 per hour. Available for general administration and ad hoc projects not covered under standard service packages.
Equinox Group
Ad Hoc Professional Services – Account Assistant (Nigeria)
Hourly professional services by an Account Assistant in Nigeria priced at USD 50 per hour. Available for general administration and ad hoc projects not covered under standard service packages.
Equinox Group
Salary Payments Processing in Nigeria
Per-payment salary disbursement processing service in Nigeria priced at USD 5 per payment. Includes acting as a second signature on payment instructions, assisting with processing payments on the client's banking platform, and keeping track of account transactions and balances.
Equinox Group
Annual PAYE Tax Reconciliation in Nigeria
Annual employees' tax reconciliation service in Nigeria priced at USD 200 per year per jurisdiction. Includes annual employees' tax reconciliation and filing in accordance with local requirements.
Equinox Group
Monthly Pension (PENCOM) Filing in Nigeria
Monthly pension contribution filing service in Nigeria priced at USD 100 per month. Includes preparation and submission of monthly pension (PENCOM) declarations for social security compliance.
Equinox Group
Monthly PAYE Tax Filing in Nigeria
Monthly PAYE tax filing service in Nigeria priced at USD 100 per month per jurisdiction. Includes submission of monthly payroll tax declarations in accordance with local requirements.
Equinox Group
Social & Health Insurance (Pension) Registration in Nigeria
One-time social and health insurance registration in Nigeria priced at USD 100. Covers employer registration for pension contributions and initial configuration for social security compliance.
Equinox Group
Employees' Tax (PAYE) Registration & Setup in Nigeria
One-time PAYE (Pay As You Earn) tax registration and setup in Nigeria priced at USD 100. Covers initial registration and configuration for employee income tax withholding.
Equinox Group
Leave Management Setup in Nigeria
One-time leave management setup service in Nigeria priced at USD 5 per employee. Covers configuration and administration of employee leave tracking.
Equinox Group
Employee Joiners / Leavers Processing in Nigeria
One-time employee onboarding or offboarding processing service in Nigeria priced at USD 80 per employee. Covers administrative processing for each new joiner or departing employee.
Equinox Group
Monthly Payroll Processing in Nigeria
Monthly payroll processing service in Nigeria with a minimum fee of USD 60 per month for up to 1 employee. Includes processing of monthly payroll. Volume-based pricing applies for additional employees, with per-employee rates decreasing from USD 60 (1 employee) to USD 4 (500+ employees).
Equinox Group
Payroll Processing Setup in Nigeria
One-time payroll system setup in Nigeria priced at USD 500. Includes setup of the payroll system, registration of all required tax types, and initial configuration for payroll processing.
Equinox Group
Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Filing in Nigeria
Annual Corporate Income Tax filing service in Nigeria priced at USD 700 per year. Includes preparation and filing of CIT returns in accordance with local requirements.
Equinox Group
VAT & Withholding Tax Compliance in Nigeria
Monthly VAT and Withholding Tax compliance service in Nigeria priced at USD 250 per month per period. Includes preparation and filing of Value Added Tax (VAT) and Withholding Tax (WHT) returns in accordance with local requirements.
Equinox Group
Annual Financial Statement Preparation in Nigeria
Annual financial statement preparation service in Nigeria priced at USD 2,500 per year. Includes preparation of a complete set of financial statements in compliance with IFRS for SMEs or local GAAP, identification and introduction of necessary adjustments to statutory accounts, preparation of the financial statements with notes thereto, and disclosure of the accounting policies applied.
Equinox Group
Monthly Management Report in Nigeria
Monthly management report preparation service in Nigeria priced at USD 825 per month. Includes preparation of management reports for statutory and management purposes based on the entity's maintained books and records in accordance with local legislation and directives.
Equinox Group
Monthly Bookkeeping Services in Nigeria
Monthly bookkeeping service in Nigeria priced at USD 400 per month based on up to 10 entries monthly. Includes processing of financial data into the accounting system and filing of documents. Volume-based pricing applies for higher transaction volumes, with per-transaction rates decreasing from USD 40 (1–10 entries) to USD 2 (601–700 entries).
Equinox Group
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LEGAL UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2024 – LAW ON PRICE 2023
The Law on Price No. 16/2023/QH15 (“Law on Price 2023“) was adopted by the National Assembly on June 19, 2023 to overcome limitations under the Law on Price 2012 to adapt with drastical changes in reality. The law will take effect on July 01, 2024 except for the provisions on the expertise of the Valuer Council, which will be delayed until January 01, 2026. Below are some notable new points of the Law on Price 2023.
Bizconsult Law Firm
WHAT ARE THE IMPACTS OF NEW LAND LAW 2024 ON PROPERTY/ REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS IN LAND PRICE EVALUATION?
We take a snapshot on amendments and supplements under the new Land Law 2024 related to land pricing and evaluation, a very important issue concerned by all real estate developing investors to find out whether there are significant impacts on land costs leading to changes in real estate selling prices or not.
Bizconsult Law Firm
GUIDANCE ON THE PRIVATE PLACEMENT OF CORPORATE BONDS IN DOMESTIC MARKET
Corporate bonds are currently governed by the Decree No. 153/2020/ND-CP dated 31 December 2020 on the private placement of corporate bonds and trading of privately placed corporate bonds in the domestic market and offering of corporate bonds to the international market, as amended and supplemented by the Decree No. 65/2022/NĐ-CP and the Decree No. 08/2023/ND-CP (“Decree 153”). On 17 May 2023, the Ministry of Finance issued Circular No. 30/2023/TT-BTC guiding a number of the regulations on registration, depository, exercise of rights, transfer of ownership rights, transaction payment, and organization of the market for trading privately placed corporate bonds in the domestic market (“Circular 30”). Circular 30 specifically guides the privately placed corporate bonds (the “Bonds”) issued from 01 January 2021 in accordance with Decrees 153. Regarding Bonds issued prior to 01 January 2021 with the outstanding principle, the bond depository and transaction will continue to be conducted in accordance with the approved bond issuance plan.
Bizconsult Law Firm
NEW REGULATIONS OF 2023 HOUSING LAW ON THE MANAGEMENT AND USE OF APARTMENT BUILDINGS
On June 29, 2024, the National Assembly adopted the Law No. 43/2024/QH15 on amendment and supplementation of a number of articles of the Land Law No. 31/2024/QH15, the Residential Housing Law No. 27/2023/QH15, the Law on Real Estate Business No. 29/2023/QH15, the Law on Credit Institutions No. 32/2024/QH15, among these, it notably highlights that the Residential Housing Law No. 27/2023/QH15 dated November 27, 2023 (the “2023 Housing Law”) comes into effect on August 01, 2024, five months earlier than its previous effective date. With the expectations and directives of the National Assembly to address the backlog of issues of the Residential Housing Law No. 65/2014/QH13 dated November 25, 2014 (the “2014 Housing Law”), the 2023 Housing Law codifies certain provisions from guidance documents and introduced numerous clearer regulations for the management of residential house construction investment projects.
Bizconsult Law Firm
LAW ON ELECTRONIC TRANSACTIONS
With the rapid growth of the digital economy, electronic transactions are becoming more common and increasingly important. This has presented the need for a sound legal framework to safeguard the legal rights and interests of parties in electronic transactions. Therefore, the Law on Electronic Transactions 2023 was promulgated on June 22, 2023 and took effect on July 01, 2024 with many new regulations and major adjustments that not only enlarge the current legal framework but also create more favorable and safer conditions for parties participating in electronic transactions. With an emphasis on personal data protection, authentication of electronic signatures and detailed regulations on electronic contracts, the new law promises many positive changes. This article aims to list out the key changes in the Law on Electronic Transactions 2023 along with its impacts and legal considerations for businesses and individuals.
Bizconsult Law Firm
New regulation on ESOP in Vietnam: Looser control?
With effectiveness from 12 August 2024, implementation of the Employee Stock Ownership Plan in Vietnam shall no longer be required to register with the State Bank of Vietnam
Bizconsult Law Firm
COMMERCIAL HOUSING PROJECTS DEVELOPING ON AGRICULTURAL, NON RESIDENTIAL LAND: A LEGAL MILESTONE
On 30th November 2024, the 15th National Assembly deliberated and officially passed Resolution No. 171/2024/QH15, introducing a pilot framework for the implementation of commercial housing projects under agreements on acquiring land use rights or utilizing existing land use rights (“Resolution 171”). Resolution 171 marks a groundbreaking trial phase in Vietnam.
Bizconsult Law Firm
Newsletter – Financial services Winter 2024-2025
Newsletter – Financial services Winter 2024-2025
La Tour International
Newsletter – Financial services Spring 2025
Newsletter – Financial services Spring 2025
La Tour International
Newsletter – Financial services Summer 2025
Newsletter – Financial services Summer 2025
La Tour International
Financial Service Licenses in Switzerland
an overview on financial services licences in Switzerland
Ruggle Partner
FinTech Switzerland
Overview on FinTech Switzerland
Ruggle Partner
Newsletter – Financial services Fall 2025
Newsletter – Financial services Fall 2025
La Tour International
Chinese Investments in East Africa: Opportunities and Emerging Trends
This document presents a strategic overview of Chinese investment opportunities across East Africa, highlighting emerging trends, sectoral demand gaps, and policy incentives. It examines the region’s rapid economic growth, demographic expansion, and infrastructure needs, identifying high-potential sectors such as manufacturing, energy, agriculture, ICT, healthcare, real estate, and financial services. The analysis outlines structural challenges—ranging from underdeveloped local production to infrastructure deficits—while emphasizing the role of regional integration frameworks like AfCFTA and bilateral treaties in shaping a favorable investment climate. By mapping opportunities against financing shortfalls exceeding USD 100 billion, the document provides a concise guide for stakeholders assessing market entry, partnership models, and long-term growth prospects in East Africa’s evolving economies
Equinox Group
How Top Strategy Consultants Run Client Interviews to Drive Clarity, Alignment, and Action
This primer provides a concise guide to conducting high-impact client interviews that unlock insights, build trust, and accelerate alignment in strategy engagements. Drawing on BC Strategy’s proven methodology, it outlines key objectives—from validating hypotheses to uncovering pain points—along with interview formats (exploratory, structured, semi-structured). It details best practices for planning and rapport-building, offers a structured approach to questioning, and presents methods for reporting and analysing findings. The document also flags common pitfalls (no-shows, biased questions, technical issues) and shares practical tips for neutral facilitation and digital enablement (virtual platforms, transcription tools). Designed for CXOs, executive teams, and strategy professionals, this pack equips readers with frameworks and techniques to ensure that every client conversation drives clear, thoughtful recommendations and actionable outcomes.
BC Strategy
Global & China Infant Complementary Food Industry Blue Book
This blue book delivers an in-depth analysis of the global and Chinese infant complementary food industry, highlighting market size, consumption trends, and regulatory standards. It reviews the sector’s evolution, key product categories—such as cereals, snacks, and seasonings—and emerging distribution channels, including e-commerce and offline retail. The report uncovers regional dietary habits, assesses the impact of food safety and quality regulations on industry growth, and evaluates market penetration rates alongside future growth projections. It also offers insights into digital enablement strategies for online channels and compliance requirements under evolving national and international standards. This document is an indispensable guide for food manufacturers, consulting firms, and investors aiming to navigate the rapidly evolving complementary food market.
China Insights Consultancy
2025 China SME Global Expansion Blue Book
This blue book provides a comprehensive analysis of Chinese small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) expanding overseas in 2025, focusing on market dynamics, policy incentives, and strategic approaches. It examines the evolution of China’s globalization process, emerging opportunities in key regions such as Hong Kong and ASEAN, and government measures to lower compliance costs and facilitate cross-border trade and investment. The report highlights SME practices in cross-border M&A, financing strategies, and market-entry modes, supported by macroeconomic data and illustrative case studies. It assesses legal and regulatory frameworks, evaluates cross-border investment trends, and explores strategic transformation paths for SMEs pursuing international growth. This document is an essential resource for consulting firms, financial institutions, and SMEs seeking to navigate a complex global landscape and capitalize on new growth prospects.
China Insights Consultancy
Key Legal and Compliance Considerations for Chinese Investments in Malaysia
This document, presented by Ravindran Advocates & Solicitors, provides a legal and regulatory guide for Chinese enterprises investing in Malaysia. It covers foreign investment policies, business incorporation requirements, taxation, and corporate governance under Malaysia’s Companies Act 2016. Key topics include foreign ownership structures, anti-corruption compliance, tax incentives, and dispute resolution mechanisms. The document also highlights sector-specific investment opportunities, such as manufacturing, infrastructure, technology, and renewable energy, along with Malaysia’s Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) with China to reduce tax burdens for cross-border businesses. With a strategic location, pro-business policies, and strong legal protections for foreign investors, Malaysia presents significant opportunities. This guide serves as a comprehensive resource for businesses navigating Malaysia’s regulatory landscape and ensuring compliance.
Ravindran Advocates & Solicitors
Pathway to Wall Street: Nasdaq IPO Guide for Chinese Companies
This document, presented by Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP, provides a step-by-step guide for Chinese enterprises preparing for a Nasdaq IPO. It covers key aspects of the U.S. capital market, including legal structuring, regulatory compliance, financial auditing, and corporate governance requirements. Key topics include IPO timeline, listing qualifications, SEC and FINRA regulatory reviews, and underwriting agreements. It also outlines corporate governance best practices, such as board composition, audit committee requirements, and disclosure obligations. With insights into market valuation strategies, investment banking collaboration, and risk management, this guide serves as a strategic roadmap for Chinese businesses seeking to go public in the U.S..
Leadvisor Global
Offshore Elements in Global Business Structures: Legal Strategies for Expansion
This document, presented by Appleby, provides insights into offshore structures in global business expansion, focusing on key jurisdictions such as Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, BVI, Jersey, and Mauritius. It explains why offshore entities are widely used for capital markets, cross-border investments, pre-IPO structuring, and asset protection. The report covers legal and tax considerations, corporate governance, and compliance requirements for offshore companies. It also highlights case studies of Chinese enterprises using offshore structures for IPOs in Hong Kong and the U.S., as well as investment strategies for African markets via Mauritius-based SPVs. With expertise in offshore legal frameworks, investment structuring, and regulatory compliance, this document serves as a strategic guide for businesses navigating international markets through offshore jurisdictions.
Appleby
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