LAW PRACTICE · INTERNATIONAL MATTERS

Business financing and international trade

Understand the contractual foundations of financing arrangements and cross-border commercial commitments.

Financing agreements

Financing structures should clearly identify repayment conditions, security, disbursement requirements and each party’s commitments. Legal documents must reflect the underlying transaction.

International trade instruments

Documentary credits, guarantees and payment instruments may support international trade. Their suitability depends on the transaction, banking documentation and parties involved.

Compliance considerations

Cross-border deals can involve counterparty checks, source-of-funds assessment and other regulatory duties. The applicable requirements depend on the transaction and jurisdiction.