Dublin, 6 January 2025 – Leading global professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) has opened its first office in Ireland and established its Corporate Finance practice in the country. Niall Flood joins as Head of Corporate Finance in Ireland and will lead the development of the practice from the firm’s new office in Dublin.

In a recent article, A&M Investigations, Compliance, and Monitorship experts Steve Spiegelhalter and Bridget Johnson discuss the potential impact of a changing administration on the US regulatory environment, developments around the US government's incentive programs and DOJ's continued emphasis on effective compliance.

Understanding the complexities of the Pillar 2 rules is essential for businesses navigating the evolving global tax landscape. Our latest article explores key aspects, including the 15% minimum effective tax rate, the Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) Safe Harbour, and preparing your data and systems for compliance.

In recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has captured the imagination of businesses and individuals alike.

While IT Transition Service Agreements (TSAs) are traditionally used to ensure the continuity of IT services post-transaction, they can often introduce complexities that frustrate or hinder the carve-out process.

A&M has turned to Masttro Wealth Technology, a powerful software platform that has become the leading wealth solution for ultra-high net worth family offices. With secure links to more than 500 asset custodians, Masttro manages the world’s largest network of direct connections to financial institutions.

In this article, we analyze key figures from the OECD report for insights on where Germany stands in relation to the rest of the world and its own historical performance on dealing with MAP and APA cases. We also offer key recommendations for businesses to pursue transfer pricing certainty.

A&M experts discuss how Factory of the Future initiatives can move from perceived fantasy to practical solutions, bridging the gap between immediate gains and long-term industry 4.0 goals. Discover how informed leadership can future-proof businesses amid labor challenges, supply chain volatility and shifting demand.

A&M Managing Director Rich Newman and Director Conrad Ragan were recently featured in The Credit and Financial Management Review, where they explore the impact of LMEs on credit markets, including increased litigation, risks to creditors, and market distortions.

The state of California recently announced the renewal of its California Competes Tax Credit Program (CCTC) for the 2025–2026 fiscal year.

As announced in the 2023/2024 Federal Budget, the Payday Super regime aims to increase the retirement incomes and savings of over 8.9 million Australians by ensuring more frequent payment of superannuation and increased visibility to reduce non-payment.

In carve-outs involving critical proprietary software, the process is uniquely challenging. Beyond the financial and strategic considerations, they require untangling complex webs of intellectual property (IP), shared systems, and overlapping rights. For the carved-out entity, the decisions made about software IP during this process will have long-term operational implications. Let’s explore the different approaches a carved-out entity can take to manage proprietary software IP and the pros and cons of each.