TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Legal Framework Origin and Concept Formation and Structure Purposes and Advantages Asset Protection Succession Planning Continuity of Family Businesses Taxation Risks and Limitations 10.1 Tax Transparency Regime Practical Considerations Future Perspective Conclusion Legal References 1. Introduction The word 'holding' derives from the English verb 'to hold', meaning to hold, possess, or own. In this context, a holding is a company created to 'hold' assets or...

Legal Framework with Special Focus on Legal Professions, in Particular the Activity of the Solicitor Table of Contents Introduction Evolution of Structures for the Provision of Legal Services Concept of Multidisciplinary Society Legal Framework of Professional Societies in Portugal Legal Regime Applicable to Solicitors Articulation with the Commercial Companies Code Advantages of Multidisciplinary Societies Legal and Deontological Risks Comparison with Law Firms (Societies of Lawyers)...

Summary: One of the biggest current debates in Portugal is immigration. Known as one of the European countries with the greatest migratory "ease," especially for citizens of Portuguese-speaking countries. The main issue to address is why Portugal needs so many immigrants and the controversial situation of the Government continuously attempting to tighten immigration rules and reduce the entry of foreigners. Despite being one of the smallest countries in the European Union, Portugal has a...