Legal opinions in finance transactions: overview | Practical Law
This practice note gives an overview of the matters to be considered when requesting or responding to a request for an English legal opinion, the form and content of an English legal opinion and the practical steps to be taken when providing an English legal opinion. The note also links to detailed notes on the purpose and structure of legal opinions in finance transactions in the United States, including the purpose and structure of legal opinions delivered in securities offerings in the United States.