(English) ICO, Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain in Italy.
Initial Coin Offering, cryptocurrencies and blockchain in Italy. ICOs and the evaluation of crytpocurrencies Initial Coin Offering (ICO) is a form of financing based on the use of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. In essence, whomever intends to implement a certain project, usually related to the creation and development of cryptocurrencies through blockchain technology, […]
The new amending decree of 25 March 2020 n°2020-306 has finally been published in the Journal Officiel de la République Française. What are its contributions?
The long-awaited amending decree of 25 March 2020 n°2020-306 was signed on 15 April 2020 and has just been published in the Journal officiel. For the record, the Decree of 25 March 2020 No. 2020-306 had defined the procedural deadlines related to the state of health emergency. In this respect, I had the opportunity to […]
Does Covid-19 constitute force majeure in the construction sector?
On 29 February 2020, Bruno Le Maire, Minister of the Economy and Finance, indicated that Covid-19 was a case of force majeure for companies, in particular in State public contracts, justifying the non-application of penalties in the event of delay in the execution of contractual services. The Decree of 25 March 2020 No. 2020-306 only […]
Covid-19: A look at the modalities of application of procedural deadlines for construction, development and urban planning operations
The government has recently issued a series of 25 decrees, including one “on the extension of time limits during the period of health emergency and the adaptation of procedures during the same period” (Decree of 25 March 2020 No. 2020-306). This decree revisits the administrative and judicial procedural time limits applicable during the period of […]
Contradictions and uncertainties on the continuation of construction sites in the building and public works sector
At a time when the health crisis linked to the spread of the Covid-19 virus is affecting all sectors of activity, including the building and public works sector, it is appropriate to consider the consequences relating to the continuation of the activity of the construction sites in progress with regard to the applicable regulations. On […]
CONSIDERATIONS FOR FRENCH COUPLES LIVING IN HONG KONG WHO ARE CONSIDERING A DIVORCE
Considering a Divorce in Hong Kong — Grounds and Facts In Hong Kong, there is only one ground for divorce: that the “marriage has broken down irretrievably”. To prove this ground, a party must establish at least one of five facts: unreasonable behaviour, one-year separation with consent, two-year separation, desertion, or adultery. Unreasonable Behaviour To […]
CONSIDERATIONS FOR FRENCH COUPLES LIVING IN HONG KONG WHO ARE CONSIDERING A DIVORCE
Considering a Divorce in Hong Kong — Length of Marriage and Jurisdiction There is a popular belief that “anyone can get divorced” in Hong Kong, but HK is not a fly-in, fly-out divorce jurisdiction. Rather, the legislature and courts require that individuals seeking to divorce here must establish the length of marriage and court jurisdiction. […]
JURISGLOBAL PARTNER OF ELSA FRANCE’S FIRST EDITION OF THE CLIENT INTERVIEWING COMPETITION
On the 21st and 22nd of February 2020, the Paris office of Jurisglobal Group had the honour of hosting the first edition of the Client Interviewing Competition organised by ELSA France. The competition was held in two phases. The first theoretical phase was followed by a practical application. During the theoretical part, the participants and […]
FRENCH MARRIAGE CONTRACT AND EXPATRIATION IN THE UNITED KINGDOM: WATCH OUT FOR TRAPS!
This article aims to alert French people settled in England on the identification of the applicable matrimonial regime in the absence of choice. The four French matrimonial regimes In French law, the matrimonial regime can be defined as a set of rules determining the rights and duties of the spouses. There are four types of […]
JURISGLOBAL: FINALIST FOR THE LAWYERS’ INNOVATION AWARD 2020
Each year, the Justice Village organises a competition to highlight the latest innovations undertaken by lawyers. Within this context, we are delighted to be among the finalists for the Lawyers’ Innovation Award 2020 in the category “Innovations in Business Development”. Come and support us on March 24th, 2020 from 4:30 pm to 10 pm at […]