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Mayer Brown Earns Top Rankings in 9fin's H1 2026 US Restructuring League Tables
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 24 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news:
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23 September 2026
Mayer Brown earns top rankings in 9fin's H1 2026 US restructuring league tables
Mayer Brown has been recognized as a leading legal advisor in US restructuring and special situations, earning top 10 placements in 9fin's H1 2026 law firm league tables. The rankings reflect the firm's work advising creditors and debtors on court-supervised restructuring matters.
Mayer Brown achieved top 10 rankings in the following categories:
* Total mandates, new and closed
* New court-supervised mandates
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CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 24 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news:
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23 September 2026
Mayer Brown earns top rankings in 9fin's H1 2026 US restructuring league tables
Mayer Brown has been recognized as a leading legal advisor in US restructuring and special situations, earning top 10 placements in 9fin's H1 2026 law firm league tables. The rankings reflect the firm's work advising creditors and debtors on court-supervised restructuring matters.
Mayer Brown achieved top 10 rankings in the following categories:
* Total mandates, new and closed
* New court-supervised mandatesfor creditor advisors
* New court-supervised mandates for debtor advisors
* Closed court-supervised mandates for debtor advisors
* Total closed mandates
The firm also ranked 11th for total new mandates.
9fin's league tables cover law firms advising creditors and debtors on US restructurings and special situations. The H1 2026 tables consider qualifying mandates that began or concluded during the first half of 2026 and draw on 9fin reporting, public sources, court and company filings, and information submitted by law firms.
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Original text here: https://www.mayerbrown.com/en/news/2026/09/mayer-brown-earns-top-rankings-in-9fins-h1-2026-us-restructuring-league-tables
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Littler: Michigan Launches New Online Youth Employment Permit System
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 24 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Michigan Launches New Online Youth Employment Permit System
By Emily Linn and Jessica Kingston
September 23, 2026
Michigan is changing the way employers obtain work permits for minor employees. Beginning October 2, 2026, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) will launch its new Youth Employment Permit Portal (YEPP), a centralized online system for Michigan youth employment permits.
The change will move Michigan away from its existing school-based permitting process. Beginning
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 24 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Michigan Launches New Online Youth Employment Permit System
By Emily Linn and Jessica Kingston
September 23, 2026
Michigan is changing the way employers obtain work permits for minor employees. Beginning October 2, 2026, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) will launch its new Youth Employment Permit Portal (YEPP), a centralized online system for Michigan youth employment permits.
The change will move Michigan away from its existing school-based permitting process. BeginningOctober 2, schools will no longer issue work permits. Instead, permits will be issued through YEPP. For employers that regularly hire minors, the transition will require some advance planning.
What Is YEPP?
According to LEO, YEPP will serve as a centralized system for the youth employment permit process. The portal will allow users to complete Michigan Youth Employment Permit applications and will also provide information on youth workers' rights, violation reporting, employer searches, FAQs, troubleshooting guidance, and support resources.
LEO has announced that employer registration will open in advance of the October 2 implementation date and encourages employers to register early to avoid delays.
LEO will also host a YEPP Demonstration Webinar on September 24, 2026, accessible at the following link. According to the agency, the webinar will address legislative changes, employer and youth employment requirements, wage-and-hour requirements, employer and minor registration, and the permit process. The webinar will also include a live demonstration of the new system and responses to frequently asked questions.
What Happens to Existing Work Permits?
LEO states that a valid work permit issued by a Michigan school before YEPP launches on October 2 will continue to be honored. Employers should therefore maintain existing school-issued permits on file for current minor employees.
However, a new YEPP permit will be required if a minor changes employers or begins working at a different worksite.
What Should Michigan Employers Do?
Employers that employ minors, or anticipate hiring minors, should prepare now for the October 2 transition. In particular, employers should consider:
* Registering for YEPP as soon as employer registration becomes available. LEO specifically encourages early registration to avoid delays.
* Reviewing hiring and onboarding procedures for minors and updating applicable managers to ensure personnel responsible for youth employment understand the new permitting process.
* Maintaining existing school-issued work permits. Valid permits issued before YEPP launches remain effective and should continue to be kept on file.
* Updating work permit procedures for hires beginning October 2, when YEPP becomes the required permitting system.
* Reviewing broader youth employment compliance practices. The change in the permitting process does not eliminate employers' obligation to comply with other applicable youth employment requirements, including time of day and maximum hour restrictions, as well as hazardous occupation restrictions.
* Attending the YEPP Demonstration Webinar on September 24. This may provide a refresher regarding limitations and requirements for engaging minors as employees as well as help ease their transition to and use of the new online registration system.
LEO's Youth Employment Permit Portal provides additional information regarding the transition and available support resources.
Employers with questions about the new permitting process or their obligations under Michigan's youth employment laws should consult with employment counsel.
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Authors
Emily Linn
Associate
Austin
elinn@littler.com
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Jessica Kingston
Special Counsel
Detroit
jgkingston@littler.com
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Original text here: https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/asap/michigan-launches-new-online-youth-employment-permit-system
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Littler: India - Changes to Provident Fund Contributions and Impact on Employers and Employees
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 24 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news:
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India: Changes to Provident Fund Contributions and Impact on Employers and Employees
By Isha Malhotra and Urvi Morolia
September 23, 2026
The Indian government has approved an increase in the wage ceiling for mandatory coverage under the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) from INR 15,000 to INR 25,000 per month, effective September 17, 2026. The change is expected to extend mandatory social security coverage to more than five million additional employees across India.
Under the Employees'
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 24 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news:
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India: Changes to Provident Fund Contributions and Impact on Employers and Employees
By Isha Malhotra and Urvi Morolia
September 23, 2026
The Indian government has approved an increase in the wage ceiling for mandatory coverage under the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) from INR 15,000 to INR 25,000 per month, effective September 17, 2026. The change is expected to extend mandatory social security coverage to more than five million additional employees across India.
Under the Employees'Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme, employers and employees are generally required to contribute 12% of an employee's wages to the provident fund, subject to applicable statutory rules and exceptions. Employers may, however, limit contributions to the statutory wage ceiling. Under the previous wage ceiling of INR 15,000 per month, the maximum monthly EPF contribution was INR 1,800. With the revised ceiling of INR 25,000 per month, the monthly contribution will increase to INR 3,000. The ceiling limit currently does not apply for international workers.
For employees, the increase is expected to result in higher mandatory EPF contributions, which may reduce monthly take-home pay. Employees who were previously outside the scope of mandatory coverage may also become eligible for EPF benefits.
For employers, the revised wage ceiling will expand the pool of employees and increase statutory contribution obligations, i.e., employees earning up to INR 25,000 will now be included in the mandatory EPF coverage. The change may also affect employee cost structures, including cost-to-company calculations, and require employers to review payroll practices and contribution limits. In addition, employers may incur administrative costs associated with identifying affected employees and implementing the necessary payroll and compliance updates.
Employers operating in India should consider reviewing their workforce, compensation structures, and EPF contribution practices to assess the impact of the revised wage ceiling and ensure compliance with applicable EPFO requirements. Employers with questions regarding implementation or compliance should consult legal counsel.
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Authors
Isha Malhotra
Shareholder | Singapore Registered Foreign Lawyer
Singapore
imalhotra@littler.com
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Urvashi Morolia
Associate
Houston
umorolia@littler.com
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Original text here: https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/asap/india-changes-provident-fund-contributions-and-impact-employers-and-employees
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Hughes Hubbard: Delaware Bankruptcy Court and Israeli Insolvency Court Approve Global Settlement in Nuvo Chapter 11 Case
NEW YORK, Sept. 24 -- Hughes Hubbard and Reed, a law firm, issued the following news:
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September 23, 2026
Delaware Bankruptcy Court and Israeli Insolvency Court Approve Global Settlement in Nuvo Chapter 11 Case
Settlement resolves D&O claims and cross-border dispute and secures $9.75 million insurance recovery.
Highlights
* Delaware Bankruptcy Court and Israeli Insolvency Court approved a global settlement resolving disputes between Nuvo and an Israeli court-appointed trustee.
* Settlement includes a $9.75 million payment from Nuvo's directors and officers insurers.
* Approximately
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NEW YORK, Sept. 24 -- Hughes Hubbard and Reed, a law firm, issued the following news:
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September 23, 2026
Delaware Bankruptcy Court and Israeli Insolvency Court Approve Global Settlement in Nuvo Chapter 11 Case
Settlement resolves D&O claims and cross-border dispute and secures $9.75 million insurance recovery.
Highlights
* Delaware Bankruptcy Court and Israeli Insolvency Court approved a global settlement resolving disputes between Nuvo and an Israeli court-appointed trustee.
* Settlement includes a $9.75 million payment from Nuvo's directors and officers insurers.
* Approximately$5.6 million will be distributed to the U.S. CRO, with the balance allocated to the Israeli Trustee.
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Hughes Hubbard achieved a favorable outcome for Nuvo Group USA Inc. and its affiliated debtors, securing court approval of a global settlement that resolves D&O claims and cross-border disputes arising from Nuvo's Chapter 11 cases.
The settlement, approved by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, provides for a $9.75 million payment from the company's directors and officers insurers and resolves claims involving both the debtors and an Israeli court-appointed trustee.
Nuvo, a developer of remote pregnancy-monitoring technology, filed for Chapter 11 protection in 2024 after failing to secure financing following its de-SPAC transaction. During the bankruptcy, involuntary liquidation proceedings were commenced in Israel, leading to disputes between the debtors/CRO and the Israeli trustee regarding the administration of the competing proceedings.
Following mediation, the parties reached a comprehensive settlement that resolves the D&O claims and cross-border litigation and provides funding for administrative expenses and creditor claims. Approximately $5.6 million of the settlement proceeds will be distributed to the U.S. CRO, with the remainder allocated to the Israeli Trustee.
In approving the settlement, the courts cleared a path to concluding the Chapter 11 cases while avoiding costly and time-consuming litigation involving the debtors, former directors and officers, and the Israeli trustee.
Law360 reported on the settlement.
Katie Coleman, Chris Gartman and Jeff Margolin lead the Hughes Hubbard team. Shahzeb Lari and Chris Gartman attended the mediation and negotiated the settlements.
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Original text here: https://www.hugheshubbard.com/news-insights/news/delaware-bankruptcy-court-and-israeli-insolvency-court-approve-global-settlement-in-nuvo-chapter-11-case
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Holland & Hart Represented New England Development in Opening of White Elephant Aspen
DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 24 -- Holland and Hart, a law firm, issued the following news:
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September 23, 2026
Holland & Hart Represented New England Development in Opening of White Elephant Aspen
White Elephant Aspen, a landmark luxury hospitality and residential development, opened in June 2026 in Aspen's iconic West End, bringing the renowned White Elephant Resorts brand, celebrated for its Nantucket and Palm Beach properties, to the Rocky Mountains for the first time.
Developed by New England Development, the project transformed the former Hotel Aspen site at 110 West Main Street into
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DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 24 -- Holland and Hart, a law firm, issued the following news:
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September 23, 2026
Holland & Hart Represented New England Development in Opening of White Elephant Aspen
White Elephant Aspen, a landmark luxury hospitality and residential development, opened in June 2026 in Aspen's iconic West End, bringing the renowned White Elephant Resorts brand, celebrated for its Nantucket and Palm Beach properties, to the Rocky Mountains for the first time.
Developed by New England Development, the project transformed the former Hotel Aspen site at 110 West Main Street intoa boutique hotel complemented by three luxury townhome chalets on Bleeker Street, each approximately 5,000 square feet, selling for between $25 million and $28 million. All three chalet residences closed in the spring and summer 2026.
Holland & Hart served as Colorado counsel to the developer, working alongside Goulston & Storrs, New England Development's outside general counsel. The firm's Aspen-based real estate team guided the project through a complex condominium formation, purchase and sale negotiations, and the successful closings of all three residences--work that spanned title and survey diligence, condominium declarations, easement agreements, lender coordination, and multi-party closings.
The Holland & Hart team included Justin Nyberg, Emily Maino, Stephanie Holder, Thomas Todd, Timothy Gordon, Shawn Eady, Arthur Hundhausen, Anna Hamp.
The engagement reflects Holland & Hart's experience guiding hospitality and resort developments through Colorado's mountain-community entitlement and real estate landscape, from structuring through closing.
To learn more, visit the New England Development page here (https://nedevelopment.com/projects/white-elephant-aspen/) and the White Elephant Aspen page here (https://www.whiteelephantaspen.com/.%C2%A0).
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URL: White Elephant Aspen
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Original text here: https://www.hollandhart.com/holland-hart-represented-new-england-development-in-opening-of-white-elephant-aspen
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Clark Hill: Mexican Tax Reform Bill 2027 - What Matters and Where to Read It
BIRMINGHAM, Michigan, Sept. 24 -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following legal update:
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Mexican Tax Reform Bill 2027: What Matters and Where to Read It
September 23, 2026
Authors
Mario Barrera , Catalina Mandujano , Andrea Iturbide
On September 8th, 2026, the Executive Branch submitted the Tax Reform Bill for 2027, along with several other bills with tax, regulatory and operational implications. This two-page summary sets out the headline changes and directs you to the corresponding analysis in our full Client Alert: Mexican Tax Reform Bill 2027, where each measure is outlined
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BIRMINGHAM, Michigan, Sept. 24 -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following legal update:
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Mexican Tax Reform Bill 2027: What Matters and Where to Read It
September 23, 2026
Authors
Mario Barrera , Catalina Mandujano , Andrea Iturbide
On September 8th, 2026, the Executive Branch submitted the Tax Reform Bill for 2027, along with several other bills with tax, regulatory and operational implications. This two-page summary sets out the headline changes and directs you to the corresponding analysis in our full Client Alert: Mexican Tax Reform Bill 2027, where each measure is outlinedto include statutory references, key takeaways, and practical implications. Section and page references are included below to assist in navigating Clark Hill's full Mexican Tax Reform Bill 2027 alert.
Two points frame everything that follows. First, these amendments are still subject to the legislative process and may be modified. Second, several rules under the Federal Revenue Act ("FRA") are already in effect in 2026, and their inclusion for 2027 represents continuity or an extension, which may not necessarily result in a new burden. The full alert lays out in detail which measures are new and which continue the existing framework.
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TABLE: At a Glance
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Priorities Before Year-End 2026
* Use 2026 figures to model 2027. Assess the impact of the deduction and tax loss limitations, the 2027 advance income tax payment adjustment factors, and the 20% EBITDA net interest limit to estimate the effective tax rate and cash flow impact.
* Review bank and intercompany debt, as well as payments to foreign residents. Assess the tax cost of financing and potential cash flow implications; review contracts and payment schedules, rather than focusing solely on withholding documentation.
* Review advance payments and multi-year contracts. Services, leases, and licenses with upfront payments may defer the timing of deductions across the corresponding periods.
* If you are in a corporate group regime, model the transition. Outstanding deferred tax may become payable within a short timeframe, affecting dividend distributions, intercompany balances, and year-end closing processes.
* Review capital contributions, CUCA, and CUFIN before you act. Before making dividend distributions, implementing reorganizations or transferring shares, assess the new restrictions and the tax basis of shares where relevant.
* Prepare the customs file and liquidity. Identify transactions involving differences compared with identical or similar goods, particularly those close to or exceeding 20% and under temporary import/IMMEX or bonded warehouse regimes; gather support for the declared value and establish a response protocol that can be activated within ten business days.
* Model the elective regimes and windows. Compare RESICO against the general regime and the 7% final VAT against the ordinary VAT credit mechanism; model the total cost of tax regularization or repatriation, including funding requirements, withdrawal of proceedings, PTU, distributions and traceability.
The Tax Reform Bill for 2027 will be discussed and reviewed by Congress prior to enactment. Accordingly, it may be subject to adjustments, additions, or amendments during the legislative process. Clark Hill attorneys are available to assist you in assessing your tax compliance obligations and implementing appropriate preventive measures to mitigate potential contingencies. Please contact the Clark Hill attorney with whom you regularly work or any of the attorneys listed below for assistance.
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Original text here: https://www.clarkhill.com/news-events/news/mexican-tax-reform-bill-2027-key-tax-customs-changes/
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Akin Marks Continued International Growth With London Office Move to 155 Bishopsgate
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Akin Gump, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Akin Marks Continued International Growth with London Office Move to 155 Bishopsgate
September 23, 2026
(London) - Akin announced today the relocation of its London office to 155 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3XY.
The move secures a prime location in the City of London and follows a period of sustained growth for Akin's London office. 155 Bishopsgate has been designed to provide a modern, flexible and technology-enabled environment that enhances collaboration, connectivity and client engagement.
"London is
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Akin Gump, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Akin Marks Continued International Growth with London Office Move to 155 Bishopsgate
September 23, 2026
(London) - Akin announced today the relocation of its London office to 155 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3XY.
The move secures a prime location in the City of London and follows a period of sustained growth for Akin's London office. 155 Bishopsgate has been designed to provide a modern, flexible and technology-enabled environment that enhances collaboration, connectivity and client engagement.
"London isa cornerstone of Akin's global platform," said Akin co-chair Dan Walsh. "As one of the world's leading financial and commercial centers, the City is a critical hub for our clients. The move to 155 Bishopsgate follows a period of significant investment in London, including strategic partner additions, and reflects both the strength of our platform and our long-term commitment to serving clients across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the United States."
"The increased space provides a premium environment for both our people and our clients," said Ezra Zahabi, partner in charge of Akin's London office. "The space combines modern technology, enhanced collaboration areas and first-class amenities to support the way we work and serve clients. It is a significant investment in our future and reflects our commitment to providing an exceptional workplace in the City."
The move follows a period of sustained investment in London, where Akin has maintained a strong presence for nearly three decades. In 2026, Akin deepened its market-leading financial restructuring practice with the arrival of a four-partner team led by European financial restructuring head Neil Devaney, alongside partners Lois Deasey, Matt Benson and Jonny Woods. The firm also expanded its capital solutions platform with the addition of partner Jono Hamill, who arrived as part of a four-partner transatlantic private equity team.
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Akin is a leading international law firm with more than 1,100 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
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Original text here: https://www.akingump.com/en/insights/press-releases/akin-marks-continued-international-growth-with-london-office-move-to-155-bishopsgate
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