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There is a travel agency in London, MB Private Clients, whose area of expertise is to ensure, to the extent possible, that the holes don’t line up for their customers.
One of their clients, attorney Robert Amsterdam, wrote a cover story for Travel Weekly in 2017 about how MB Private Clients literally saved his life and got him out of a very dangerous situation in Russia. He is one of “five or six people” who the agency’s CEO, Michael Beagelman, said “wouldn’t be alive today if I weren’t born.”
A question that we are frequently asked here in the United Kingdom is the extent to which UK financial services law can impact financial services businesses operating in the United States (and elsewhere outside the UK). At one end of the spectrum, some US firms assume that, even if they have UK clients, they can ignore UK regulation provided that they only operate from the United States.
I’ve practiced US immigration law for over 20 years. First, for 5 years in Boston, Massachusetts, home of science, technology and innovation. More recently and for the past 15 years, from London, where my clients are leaders in science, technology and innovation, as well as industry leaders in film, television, law and more
Understanding the complexities of immigration is crucial for UK SMEs look to expand their operations into the US market in 2025. This article, written by US immigration Attorney, Christina Dombrowski, provides valuable insights into the key immigration considerations businesses must navigate, including visa options, compliance requirements, and strategic planning.
Understanding the complexities of immigration is crucial for UK SMEs look to expand their operations into the US market in 2025. This article, written by US immigration Attorney, Christina Dombrowski, provides valuable insights into the key immigration considerations businesses must navigate, including visa options, compliance requirements, and strategic planning.
Heathrow Lift Off is a concept developed in 2022 as an additional way to attract and work with SMEs. Lift Off provides a platform for selected SMEs seeking potential business opportunities to present their products and services to a panel made up of Heathrow and our largest supply chain partner organisations. We’ve delivered many successful Lift Off events since its launch in March 2023, addressing topics including sustainability, passenger experience, data and technologies.
The Home Office has published changes to the Immigration Rules bringing into effect some of the first UK immigration reforms mentioned in the Labour government’s recent Immigration White Paper. These concern who employers can sponsor on a Skilled Worker visa and come into effect from 22 July.
The UK’s tax landscape has undergone a seismic shift—and if you’re a US citizen with ties to the UK, these changes could have a significant impact on your financial planning. From the abolition of the remittance basis to a new four-year tax exemption for newcomers, the rules have been rewritten, and the implications are far-reaching.
In this detailed analysis, Charles Russell Speechlys breaks down what the new UK tax regime means for US persons, especially those navigating trusts, inheritance tax, and cross-border estate planning. With the concept of “domicile” replaced by “long-term residence” as the key factor for inheritance tax exposure, understanding your status has never been more critical.
As more US individuals explore a move across the Atlantic, the UK continues to attract with its global business hub status, top-tier education, and lifestyle appeal. But beneath the surface lies a complex web of tax considerations that can catch even the savviest expats off guard.
In this insightful piece, Charles Russell Speechlys unpacks the critical UK tax implications for US persons relocating to the UK—from Stamp Duty Land Tax and capital gains to inheritance planning and the remittance basis. Whether you’re buying property, managing trusts, or planning your estate, this article is a must-read for navigating the transatlantic tax maze with confidence.
Associate Rachel Easton of the firm’s London office authored an article for People Management magazine titled “Change to Statutory Unpaid Parental Leave.” In the article, Rachel discusses the recent changes to statutory unpaid parental leave in the UK, focusing on the implications for both employers and employees. She provides valuable insights into how these changes can impact workplace policies and practices.
