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Mishcon de Reya expands international offering in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Hong Kong

Leading international law firm Mishcon de Reya has announced that it has opened two new offices in the United Arab Emirates and that it has been granted a licence to practise as a firm of solicitors by the Law Society of Hong Kong.

Know thy neighbour: Real estate due diligence and sanctions risks

The UK property market has long attracted international investment. However, with the expansion of sanctions regimes targeting individuals, entities, and certain states, in recent years the due diligence process for property buyers, developers, and investors has transformed from a routine procedural step into a critical risk management necessity.

Charlie Sosna named as one of the 2026 eprivateclient Most Influential

Partner and Head of Private Wealth and Tax in Mishcon Private, Charlie Sosna has been named as a 2026 eprivateclient Most Influential.

Private investment funds - a year in review: Steven Haywood and Charlotte Wilson for the International Asset Management and Investment Funds Review 2026/27

Steven Haywood and Charlotte Wilson provide an in-depth overview of the UK investment funds landscape in the 2026/27 International Review, examining the regulatory and market forces shaping private funds and retail products.

Will the proposed social media ban for under 16s work? An examination of the legal hurdles

In January 2026, the House of Lords passed an amendment to the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill, that would require social media companies to use "highly effective" age‑assurance measures to stop anyone under 16 from becoming or remaining a user on their platforms.

Mishcon de Reya responds to the Government's consultation on earned settlement

The Government is under pressure to further reduce net migration, and the number of individuals due to qualify for ILR in the coming years.

Is virtual currency real property? Court of Appeal in R v Lakeman signals potential UK shift for in-game assets

Fashion trends in EU design law: the CJEU's judgment in Deity Shoes

The Court of Justice of the European Union has clarified the requirements for design right protection under EU law, following some uncertainties around the interpretation of the EU Design Regulation, in particular as to the impact of fashion trends on design protection.