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Next Semi-Annual Summit: November 5–7, 2026 | Copenhagen, Denmark | Hosted by SIRIUS

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Next Semi-Annual Summit: November 5–7, 2026 | Copenhagen, Denmark | Hosted by SIRIUS 〰️

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Regular ELG Meetings

Representatives from all the member firms meet semi-annually to discuss matters concerning the ELG network. Recently meetings have been held in Thessaloniki and Paris.

Specialist Sub-Group Meetings

Within the ELG there are also a number of specialist sub-groups, some convening regularly, others on a more ad hoc basis. Active sub-groups include Intellectual Property/E-Commerce, Mergers and Acquisitions, Taxation, Employment, and Distribution.

Workshops, Seminars et al

Every once in a while the ELG arranges seminars covering one or more current issues in the member states. Examples of such events were seminars held in Trento, Italy. Other special events include M&A workshops for younger ELG lawyers, two of which have been held in recent years, in London and Paris respectively.

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November 2, 2026

Civil Liability and Artificial Intelligence Systems: Italy and Spain under the AI Act.

November 2, 2026

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November 2, 2026

ELG Autumn Meeting 2026 – Copenhagen, Denmark

November 2, 2026

The European Law Group (ELG) will gather in Copenhagen for its Autumn 2026 Meeting, hosted by SIRIUS, to discuss cross-border collaboration, network expansion, and key legal developments across Europe.

November 2, 2026

October 19, 2026

EU Cyber Resilience Act – new reporting obligations in force

October 19, 2026

New reporting obligations under the EU Cyber Resilience Act are now in force. Penningtons Manches Cooper explains which manufacturers and products are affected, the strict notification deadlines, and the steps businesses should take to comply.

October 19, 2026

October 14, 2026

EU and UK sanctions developments: EU’s 22nd sanctions package and latest UK measures targeting Russia’s military-industrial, energy and shipping sectors

October 14, 2026

The EU and UK have expanded sanctions against Russia, creating fresh compliance challenges for international businesses. Penningtons Manches Cooper examines the EU’s 22nd sanctions package, recent UK measures and the implications for sanctions screening, supply chains and shipping.

October 14, 2026

September 21, 2026

The First Young Lawyers Meeting of the European Law Group (ELG) in Amsterdam.

September 21, 2026

The first young lawyers meeting of the European Law Group (ELG) in Amsterdam.

September 21, 2026

August 5, 2026

Ne Bis in Idem in Criminal Proceedings: The Binding Effect of Tax Court Decisions

August 5, 2026

Ne bis in idem – the principle of legal certainty and the res judicata effect of a tax court decision in criminal proceedings…

August 5, 2026

July 17, 2026

How transatlantic political and economic volatility is driving increased European restructuring activity

July 17, 2026

Political uncertainty, US tariffs and economic pressures are driving increased restructuring activity across Europe. Penningtons Manches Cooper explores the forces behind this trend and the cross-border restructuring tools available to businesses facing financial distress.

July 17, 2026

July 2, 2026

Legal Challenges Connected with the RO e-Transport System

July 2, 2026

The RO e-Transport system was implemented with the adoption of the Emergency Ordinance…

July 2, 2026

June 5, 2026

Rethinking the Romanian Limited Liability Company (LLC)

June 5, 2026

The end of the era of the "one penny company"

June 5, 2026

May 18, 2026

ELG’s Semi-Annual meeting in Thessaloniki | May 2026

May 18, 2026

European Law Group meeting in Thessaloniki, hosted by Margaropoulos & Associates.

May 18, 2026

May 15, 2026

Information rights of (foreign) shareholders under Dutch law

May 15, 2026

Minority shareholders in Dutch private companies (besloten vennootschappen, or B.V.’s) regularly ask whether…

May 15, 2026

May 13, 2026

INCORPORATING A “S.R.L.” IN ITALY – A PRACTICAL GUIDE

May 13, 2026

Italy offers several legal forms for doing business, each with different levels of liability, governance structure, and complexity…

May 13, 2026

March 16, 2026

Selective distribution under Dutch Law: what is permitted?

March 16, 2026

Online sales continue to grow exponentially across Europe. Increasingly, producers and suppliers include provisions…

March 16, 2026

February 1, 2026

Directive (EU) 2025/25 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 December 2024 further expanding and upgrading the use of digital tools and processes in company law

February 1, 2026

Fundamental Principles and Connectivity…

February 1, 2026

January 29, 2026

TAX PARADISE OVER: BELGIUM TO TAX YOUR CAPITAL GAINS FROM 2026

January 29, 2026

Stocks, crypto, life insurance… The Belgian tax authorities are ending decades of exemption. Overview of a major tax reform…

January 29, 2026

January 28, 2026

CASE LAW FROM THE SWEDISH SUPREME COURT – A RETROSPECTIVE OF 2025

January 28, 2026

we have compiled some of the Swedish Supreme Court rulings from the past year that have attracted particular interest…

January 28, 2026

January 22, 2026

Participation of European and non-European companies in Dutch government tenders

January 22, 2026

A practical guide to Dutch public tenders for international bidders, covering market access, language, certification and qualification requirements, and local partnerships.

January 22, 2026