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.
GCAI calls for due recognition of in-house counsel at India event
Key stakeholders from law, policy and business called for recognition of general counsels’ (GCs) value and rights at an event on 4 October at the India International Centre in New Delhi
ACC Hong Kong appoints new leaders Kukreja and Oreel
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Hong Kong has named Kat Kukreja and Aedzer Oreel as the president and vice president, respectively
SCCA gives GCs ideas for legal team’s well-being at Singapore forum
More than 50 general counsel explored key trends emerging in the region, and learned how to build and maintain personal resilience at an SCCA roundtable forum lunch at the Raffles Hotel Singapore
APCCA’s first forum discusses data protection, legaltech for corporate counsel
The Asia Pacific Corporate Counsel Alliance (APCCA) highlighted the need for data protection and the benefit of legal technologies at its first forum on 26 August
FICL hosts high tea for Law Society’s maiden visit
The Federation of Indian Corporate Lawyers (FICL) hosted a high tea reception on 6 September in honour of the Law Society of England and Wales president, Stephanie Boyce
FEATURES
Korea’s top 100 lawyers 2022
Asia Business Law Journal reveals the top 100 lawyers practising in South Korea
Keymasters
As the world acknowledges the real threat of global recession, where and how a company should invest has never been more challenging
Fair & square
In-house lawyers can provide valuable guidance in compliance matters if brought in at the right time
The Philippines top 100 lawyers
Following an extensive nomination process, Asia Business Law Journal unveils its top performers of the country’s legal profession
Bangladesh business law directory 2022
One of the most comprehensive resources for general counsel, foreign law firms and anyone else seeking expert legal advice in Bangladesh
Against the clock
In an exclusive interview, the chairman of the Philippine Competition Commission shares his key priorities to ensure a clean slate for a new chair and set of commissioners
Malaysia’s top 100 lawyers 2022
Following an extensive nomination process, Asia Business Law Journal unveils its top performers of the country’s legal profession
Philippines business law firm directory 2022
One of the most comprehensive resources for general counsel, foreign law firms and anyone else seeking expert legal advice in the Philippine
AI step-through
Artificial Intelligence promises an exciting future and tremendous growth, provided that legal professionals able to navigate their business in this novel environment
EXPERT BRIEFINGS
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
Tests for apparent bias in international arbitration
When doubt arises over an arbitrator’s impartiality, case law provides options to assess the appearance of bias, but some ambiguity may remain
Jersey an attractive option for Asia’s crypto fund managers
Tax benefits have been known to draw digital asset managers in Singapore to structure their funds in Jersey and the latest developments offer even greater advantages
Incentivisation of green technologies in India
The global climate pledge has fuelled the country’s ambition to adopt environmentally friendly technology, and everyone is invited to join
Overview of entry strategies for India market
India has become a favoured destination, not only for foreign investment but also for doing business, and enduring foreign exchange management laws freely permit investment in almost all sectors
Debt restructuring in the BVI and Cayman Islands
Financial turmoil from the pandemic pushes global companies to restructure their debt cross-border, where advanced regimes in offshore jurisdictions provide viable options
Recent developments in Hong Kong’s arbitration landscapes
A pro-arbitration approach has solidified Hong Kong’s status as a leading arbitration hub and centre of legal excellence
Bermuda perspectives on global tax initiatives
The world has witnessed some major changes to tax laws and reporting requirements, but governments need to ensure their tax systems are simple, fair and reliable
Pressing need for regulating cryptocurrencies
Different approaches to cryptocurrencies across jurisdictions cause disparity in the understanding and classification of digital assets
REGIONAL COMPARISONS
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
A comparison of cybersecurity regulations
As the world grapples with rampant cyberattacks, policymakers in the region have toughened their data security measures and business compliance is crucial
A comparison of patent regimes
As innovation advances modern enterprises, Asian countries are competing to offer businesses maximum patent protection to secure their intelligence capital
A comparison of data protection laws
Despite the varied and complex socioeconomic and political landscapes, many Asian jurisdictions are taking giant strides in strengthening personal data safeguards
Japan brings more clarity to stablecoins
The upper house of Japan’s parliament, the House of Councillors, enacted a bill defining the legal status of stablecoins in June, making it the first major economy to enact such legislation
