WLG’s Banking & Finance Practice Group consists of lawyers in our member firms who represent both domestic and foreign banks, non-bank financial institutions and quasi-financial institutions, and large and multi-national corporates on both advisory matters (regulatory, compliance, exchange control, etc.) and transactional matters (such as acquisition finance, project finance, restructuring and insolvency, structured finance, leverage finance, asset finance, funds finance and trade and export finance). They have vast experience and expertise in advising clients in cross-border matters and working with counsels from various jurisdictions.
Our member firm lawyers also work together in advising clients on the structuring of capita

Members of WLG’s Compliance & Investigations Group focus on anti-corruption and anti-bribery, white-collar crimes, anti-money laundering, internal investigations related to the aforementioned topics, and compliance programs.
Lawmakers and regulators around the globe have demonstrated an increased focus on preventing, investigating, and prosecuting: (i) corruption and bribery, (ii) white-collar crimes, (iii) money laundering, and (iv) fraud in government contracts and procurement, both in the national and international scenes. Lawyers in WLG’s Compliance & Investigations Group help corporations develop strong compliance programs, not only focused on prevention of this conduct, but also on training, auditing, and investigating any co

The Corporate Transactions Group is dedicated to providing comprehensive counsel to large and mid-sized clients navigating complex corporate dealings, both domestic and international. Their extensive portfolio includes mergers & acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures (JVs), leveraged buyouts (LBOs), tender offers, public and private corporate finance including private equity, securities offerings, venture capital investments, Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), capital markets, and more. Members frequently collaborate for clients on complex cross-border matters in these areas.
Comprising lawyers with expertise across industry sectors, this group is at the forefront of guiding businesses and investors through intricate corporate transactio

Members of World Law Group’s Dispute Resolution Group handle a wide range of dispute resolution matters, from cross-border commercial and investment disputes to international arbitration and mediation. They appear before the highest courts and tribunals across jurisdictions, and many of them have served as arbitrators or mediators in complex international proceedings.
They collaborate for cross-border clients across industries and sectors, and together have achieved victories in court and settlements out of court.
The litigators, arbitrators, and mediators that are part of the group meet virtually sever

World Law Group’s Energy & Infrastructure Practice Group brings together lawyers who advise clients across a spectrum of critical sectors including energy & renewables, mining, oil & gas, CleanTech, infrastructure, and public-private projects. From securing regulatory approvals and project finance, managing land and grid access to advising on mergers and acquisitions to handling disputes, their practices offer comprehensive legal counsel to help clients navigate the complexities of energy and infrastructure projects across jurisdictions, with an increasing focus on renewables and Environmental, Social and Governance aspects.
Lawyers in the Energy & Infrastructure Group guide project developers through the intricate process

The Environmental, Social & Governance Group is for member firm lawyers who counsel clients in drafting ESG policies, sustainability reporting, compliance with environmental regulations, ESG considerations with M&A transactions, green development projects, human rights due diligence on supply chains, or any other ESG-related issue that presents a risk or opportunity for companies.
Members of the ESG group meet virtually on a quarterly basis to discuss the regulatory landscape across jurisdictions, and share knowledge in this evolving area.
If you are a member firm lawyer who practices in financi

World Law Group’s Intellectual Property Practice Group is made up of leading IP specialists who advise clients on transactional matters, protection of assets, licensing, portfolio management, due diligence, compliance, and other facets related to managing intellectual property. They appear before courts in litigation cases for cross-border and domestic clients and represent them in administrative and enforcement proceedings. The scope includes all areas of IP including patent, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, design, plant variety rights, integrated circuit layout design, and geographical indications.
Members regularly exchange news and information on local and international developments in these complex fields, and meet during virtu

World Law Group’s Labor & Employment Practice Group is made up of member firm lawyers working in these and related fields around the globe. They meet regularly both virtually and at industry conferences to exchange information about emerging HR issues, challenges and global solutions for multinational clients. The group also works on comparative law projects and resources, and organizes podcasts and other informative events for member firm lawyers and their clients.

Understanding the major and minor differences in legislation and regulations governing labor relations, executive compensation, recruiting, employment, training and development, employee relocations and human rights, and immigration,

Lawyers in World Law Group’s Privacy & Data Protection Group specialize in the complex and evolving field of privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity. They advise clients of all sizes across industries on legal matters related to the collection, use, storage, and sharing of personal information. Types of matters include:

compliance with privacy requirements such as the Global Data Protection Regulation, the California Consumer Privacy Act, and other global and regional privacy laws;
data governance;
cybersecurity requirements;
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The Real Estate & Construction Group brings together lawyers who specialize in advising and guiding owners, developers, lenders, investors, contractors, and other stakeholders as well as regulators through the intricate realms of real estate transactions and construction projects.
They advise on a wide range of services, including the purchase, sale, and leasing of properties for different uses (whether commercial, industrial, residential or other purposes); conducting due diligence to assess the legal and financial viability of transactions; and negotiating and drafting contracts, agreements, and leases. They are experts in zoning and land use regulations, ensuring that clients’ projects comply with local laws and regulations. Additio

World Law Group’s Restructuring & Insolvency Resolution Group brings together restructuring, distress, and commercial specialists who have vast expertise advising domestic and cross-border clients across a wide range of industries in distressed situations. They represent financial institutions, investors, distressed companies, asset purchasers, insurers, and sureties on creditors’ rights and in structured transactions, commercial litigation, loan workouts, out-of-court restructurings, and bankruptcies. Members of our group routinely collaborate with colleagues in the debt finance, private equity, and corporate practice areas, as well as colleagues in a variety of industry and regional groups, so our group is interdisciplinary by nature, and we welcome visitors from other practice groups.
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Rapid developments in the global economy are prompting swift and constant changes to tax laws in many countries, posing new and complex legal challenges for multinational companies and for high net worth individuals (HNWI). Sweeping reforms are now being contemplated worldwide, and are likely to result in major tax impacts for companies and HNWI. It is essential to be aware of such changes and to respond effectively.
Individually and together, members of World Law Group’s Tax & Private Wealth Group apply in-depth expertise to a range of sophisticated legal issues relating to both international corporate taxation and the taxation of private wealth. Collectively, these lawyers bring a global perspective and seamless solutions to any tax

The Technology Group brings together lawyers who specialize in various aspects of technology law, spanning from Artificial Intelligence (AI) to HealthTech, GreenTech, CleanTech, and Telecommunications, Media, and Technology (TMT). This diverse group is dedicated to guiding clients through the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of technology-related legal matters.
They assist clients with a wide range of services, such as negotiating technology contracts, including product purchases and licensing agreements, as well as advising on regulatory compliance issues. They guide clients through rolling out critical enterprise systems, and have the acumen to anticipate and mitigate potential risks related to these endeavors. The Technology Group

Lawyers in the Trade Group serve as trusted partners for clients navigating the increasingly complex web of international trade law and regulations. They provide experienced regulatory, compliance, and policy counsel to clients ranging from large multi-nationals with global operations to small businesses that seek to expand internationally.
The group’s members bring in-depth knowledge and experience to a variety of challenges most often encountered by companies involved in cross-border trade, including import compliance, export controls, economic sanctions, trade remedies, international trade policies, anti-dumping, national security, and other barriers to entry. They also have experience in resolving WTO disputes, contract disputes, and o