Resolving Africa’s energy disputes in Ethiopia

Ethiopia’s vast untapped natural resource potential presents a significant opportunity for the country to develop its energy sector, enhance energy access, and promote sustainable development. Here Dawit Kidane from AGA’s law firm member in Ethiopia, Dablo Law Firm shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities in this sector.
Unpacking the nuts and bolts of Malta’s intellectual property regime

In this article, Jonathan Vassallo from Dixcart Management Malta looks at the key features and benefits of the Intellectual Property (IP) Box Regime, a tax incentive programme designed to encourage the development, acquisition, and exploitation of intellectual property assets.
Alternative visas and residence permits in Portugal

In terms of residence permits, Portugal has become especially well known for its popular Golden Visa programme. However, there are other ways to obtain a residence permit and, subsequently, a Portuguese passport. Here, Antonio Varela from ABV Advogados Law Firm looks at the alternatives.
European Union Nationals in the UK – new guidance

Sohan Sidhu, Partner and Head of Immigration at AGA UK member firm Ellisons Solicitors, updates us on changes to the Home Office’s EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS).
The benefits of good neighbours

Regional economic communities like ECOWAS, SADC and COMESA provide many benefits to members. AGA’s Lusungu Gondwe from Ritz Attorneys at Law in Malawi and Adetunji Adedoyin-Adeniyi of AAA Chambers in Nigeria talk to Africa Legal about corporate finance and asset recovery and the advantages of regional cooperation.
Australia enters into Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) with India

Jon Broadley of AGA law firm Broadley Rees Hogan (BRH) in Brisbane looks at the impact of Australia’s Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) with India’s Federal Government.
New penalties announced to prevent illegal working

Sohan Sidhu, Partner and Head of Immigration at AGA UK member firm Ellisons Solicitors, discusses recent announcements concerning penalties imposed on UK employers who employ workers unlawfully.
Why AGA Remains a Strategic Alliance and What to Watch

The success and growth of AGA illustrate that global business support doesn’t have to come exclusively from large multinational firms. Through a well-managed alliance of independent local firms, AGA offers an attractive model: global reach, local expertise, multidisciplinary services, and referral-driven collaboration. As the global economy becomes more interconnected but also more complex demand for […]
Is it time to kill off the sacred cows in your firm?

At the Americas Meeting in Miami, Mike Platt asked firms ‘What would you change in your firm if you could?’
INSIDE Public Accounting 2015 Benchmarking Report- How do Alliott Group North America firms compare?

For over two decades, IPA’s Benchmarking Report has been one of the most insightful analyses of CPA firms in the U.S. The report is well-respected throughout the profession for being independent, accurate and confidential. Alliott Group firms participate in this valuable benchmarking study each year.