Establishing an offshore business presence
Our company secretarial support services team can help clients set up a business presence in foreign jurisdictions and comply with the compliance requirements and statutory duties of that jurisdiction.
Additionally, our financial services team can steer you through the regulatory framework should you wish to carry out regulated activities in an offshore jurisdiction.
Company formations
We can supply all types of companies in many jurisdictions including private, public, companies limited by guarantee, limited liability partnerships, residents' management companies and charitable companies in tailor made format. Our standard incorporation includes:
- advice on the availability of the proposed company name and ensuring that any sensitive words are dealt with appropriately, thereby avoiding the possible rejection of the company name
- formation of the company
- preparing the documentation in respect the company's first board minutes
- providing the completed statutory books
- issuing share certificates
- filing the appropriate documents at Companies House.
Overseas group companies
We have assisted a wide range of clients with their overseas group companies and can help companies based in countries including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain and USA. Further, we have an extensive portfolio of foreign contacts able to assist with matters such as company filings, local registry compliance and the maintenance of the company's records - working within the framework of each jurisdiction.
Corporate governance
The issue of corporate governance is one that all companies should be aware of but it is particularly relevant to traded companies where it is a key factor in the relationship between a company's directors and its shareholders. Corporate governance should have a strategic value for every company in determining the role of the directors, establishing a system of risk management, providing a system for performance evaluation and ensuring the board is accountable to its shareholders. Effective corporate governance where companies live by these principles can lead to more effective and profitable performance of companies.
For detailed information on our international offices' individual capabilities please visit their website through our Where we do Business page.