Ashurst hires partner to expand restructuring practice in Hong Kong
Ashurst has hired former Addleshaw Goddard partner Lance Jiang to expand its restructuring and insolvency team in Hong Kong
Hundreds of ZICO lawyers to join KPMG creating legal network
More than 275 lawyers at ZICO Law, a group of independent local firms with a presence in 18 Southeast Asian cities, are set to join KPMG to create one of the largest legal regional networks
Cyril Amarchand’s Gauri Rasgotra to open boutique Delhi law firm
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM) partner and Delhi deputy head Gauri Rasgotra will launch her independent boutique law firm early next year and is currently serving her notice period till January
Kim & Chang sets up second Vietnam office in Hanoi
Korean firm Kim & Chang has announced a plan to open its second Vietnam office in Hanoi, four years after establishing its presence in the country in 2018 in Ho Chi Minh City
Allen & Overy changes leadership in Vietnam
Allen & Overy appointed capital markets lawyer Tina LeDinh as the managing partner of the firm’s Vietnamese offices, succeeding Adam Moncrieff, and will be based in Ho Chi Minh City
Invitation to participate in ABLJ’s law firms survey 2022
Asia Business Law Journal is conducting an important survey of law firms across Asia to assess the state of play in Asia's legal markets
India’s FICL, Singapore’s SIAC in arbitration collaboration
The FICL signed a MoU with the SIAC on 26 November to promote international arbitration as a preferred method for resolving global disputes
MARKET PULSE
Joint-Win sets up third branch to boost Jiangsu services
Shanghai-headquartered Joint-Win Partners has launched the law firm’s sixth branch in Nantong city, Jiangsu, adding to two offices in the same province, two in Zhejiang province and one in Vietnam
China Commercial opens office to tap Quanzhou market
China Commercial Law Firm has opened an office in Quanzhou, Fujian province, to explore the legal needs of local private enterprises and beef up its cross-border services, managing partner Gao Shu said
Ashurst establishes joint venture with HwaHyun in Korea
Ashurst and law firm HwaHyun has established a joint venture, which secured the Ministry of Justice’s approval on 29 November 2022, to expand its outbound Korean practice
Han Kun associate law firm merges with Hong Kong branch
Miao & Co, an associate law firm with Han Kun Law Offices, has merged with Han Kun’s Hong Kong branch
GEN hires two partners to boost IP, disputes resolution practices
GEN Law Firm has added two partners James Ma and Charles Zhao to strengthen its intellectual property (IP) and disputes resolution practices
AnJie Broad strengthens dispute resolution practice in Shanghai
AnJie Broad Law Firm hires partner Sun Xumin, who practised at King & Wood Mallesons and Grandall Law Firm, to join the Shanghai office
CORRESPONDENTS
CO-PUBLISHED FEATURES
An update of NFT law developments
The past year saw crypto art break through to the mainstream, and many lawsuits involving non-fungible tokens making headlines. How are the region’s regulators responding?
A comparison of tax laws
Policymakers in the region are working to strike a balance between promoting economic development and raising revenue. Companies need to take a bird’s-eye view of the implications for their businesses
Settling cross-border commercial disputes in Singapore
Connectivity, an efficient legal system and a plethora of choice are making Singapore increasingly popular for resolving international disputes
FEATURES
Thailand’s top 100 lawyers 2022
The A-List is based on extensive research conducted and nominations received from in-house counsel based in Thailand and elsewhere, as well as Thailand-focused partners at international law firms
Damage controls
After months of clamping down and chaos, South Korea is taking a hard look at how to create a safe space for cryptocurrency to flourish while safeguarding investors
Keymasters
The June report expected global foreign direct investment (FDI) flows in 2022 to move on a downward trajectory or remain flat at best, while signaling an increasing trend in FDI screening among developed countries
Surviving the deluge
George W Russell asks legal experts how clients can draw on experience from damage control practice around the globe
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Korea’s top 100 lawyers 2022
Asia Business Law Journal reveals the top 100 lawyers practising in South Korea
Moving on up
HKIAC’s new head has plans to enhance Hong Kong’s reputation as a leading dispute-resolution hub
MOST READ
2023 CBLJ In-house Counsel Awards nomination
China Business Law Journal is conducting extensive research for the 2023 CBLJ In-house Counsel Awards. The deadline for making nominations is 16 December 2022 (Friday)
Grey Matter Legal founders, Luthra partner launch new firm Aretha
Grey Matter Legal founding partners Ray Vikram Nath and Prashant Kumar, along with Luthra and Luthra Law Offices partner Nitin Gera have launched Aretha Legal
Are you available?
Under China’s new data regulatory framework, how should companies use publicly available personal information in a compliant manner?
Fair & square
In-house lawyers can provide valuable guidance in compliance matters if brought in at the right time
IN-HOUSE AGENDA
SCCA webinar explores legal operations and tech trends
More than 100 people attended a Singapore Corporate Counsel Association (SCCA) webinar on how legal departments can navigate the increasing exposure to risks and complex global matters on a stretched budget
Former Ukrainian press secretary shares stories at ACC’s 2022 Annual Meeting
The Las Vegas conference on 23-26 October marked the first time in nearly three years since the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) hosted its in-person annual meeting, attracting more than 2,700 attendees from around the world.
ACC Australia’s podcast success leads to premier of season 3
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Australia has begun the third season of its successful podcast called “In-house Insiders”, which shares the most interesting stories of in-house legal professionals
ACC report finds increasing role for CLOs in cybersecurity
Company chief legal officer’s (CLO) roles and responsibilities are expanding with growth seen in cybersecurity strategy and oversight, says a report released by the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Foundation.
CHINA LEXICON
Banking on effective mandates
This column discusses the role of central banks and why it is important for them to have clear mandates
Insider trading
This column discusses recent empirical research published by the author and Dr Zhang Yang of Wuhan University School of Law on insider trading administrative enforcement by the CSRC for the two decades between 1999 and 2019
Mining rights
The process of mining minerals and using minerals to produce commodities is an important industry in many countries
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