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Indochine Counsel: A Culture Built to Endure and Elevate [Indochine Counsel | Business Law Practitioners] Mr. Dang The Duc and Ms. Nguyen Thi Ai Lien from Indochine Counsel discuss how structured support and a focus on mental well-being have improved employee engagement and reduced turnover in high-pressure legal environments.
Tongshang HK nabs second A&O Shearman partner in two months Eric Chow & Co has strengthened its corporate capabilities by hiring corporate finance partner Kung-Wei Liu from A&O Shearman, in response to increased demand for U.S.-Asia transaction expertise.
SUBMISSIONS OPEN: ALB Asia Rising Stars (Hong Kong) 2025 We invite submissions for our annual rankings, celebrating the exceptional talent and contributions of professionals across the industry. This is an opportunity to showcase individuals who have demonstrated outstanding expertise and commitment to their field.
Deadline: Jul. 4, 2025DOWNLOAD FORM HEREJapan’s Oh-Ebashi forms Indonesia alliance, to set up Jakarta desk Japanese law firm Oh-Ebashi LPC & Partners has entered into a business affiliation with Indonesian firm MAPS Law Firm, and will soon establish a Jakarta desk, the two firms have announced.
LAST CALL: Asia Top 15 Female Lawyers We are delighted to invite nominations for our annual Top 15 Female Lawyers in Asia ranking, recognising the exceptional achievements and leadership of women within the legal profession. We encourage you to highlight outstanding female lawyers who demonstrate excellence, innovation, and a commitment to their communities.
Deadline: May 5, 2025DOWNLOAD FORM HEREHK: Nixon Peabody CWL hires corporate finance expert from Dorsey Nixon Peabody CWL has appointed Hilda Chan as a corporate partner in its Hong Kong office, bringing extensive expertise in corporate finance, M&A, and technology-related transactions.
JSA,CAM, AZB guide IDFC First’s $880 mln fundraise JSA Advocates & Solicitors advised IDFC First Bank on a $880 million fundraising round from Warburg Pincus and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, facilitated through convertible shares, which could potentially grant investors a 15 percent stake.
SURVEY OPEN: India Super 50 Lawyers In this listing, ALB will pick the most highly recommended private-practice lawyers based permanently in India.
Deadline: Jun. 06, 2025SURVEY LINK HERESTB, White & Case advise on $1.34 bln Japan-U.S. recycling deal White & Case has advised Toyota Tsusho Corporation on its $1.34 billion acquisition of recycled metal products maker Radius Recycling, which was represented by Simpson Thacher & Bartlett.
SUBMISSIONS OPEN: Asia M&A Ranking Submissions are now open for ALB's annual rankings of the best law firms for M&A in Asia, covering a range of jurisdictions from China and Hong Kong to India and Vietnam. This year, we aim to recognize both domestic and international firms that excel in M&A transactions across the region.
Deadline: Jul. 4, 2025DOWNLOAD FORM FOR CHINA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, KOREA HEREDOWNLOAD FORM FOR INDIA, INDONESIA, MALAYSIA, PHILIPPINES, SINGAPORE, THAILAND, VIETNAM HEREMalaysia’s RDS Partnership continues China focus with strategic hire from CLO RDS Partnership has strengthened its corporate banking practice by hiring Teo Siang Ly, previously of Christopher Lee Ong, in a move that aligns with its strategic expansion following a partnership with DeHeng Law Offices.
JSA onboards SAM insurance partner in Gurgaon JSA Advocates & Solicitors has made a fourth partner hire in 2025, with the addition of insurance Shivangi Sharma Talwar in Gurgaon. Talwar joins from Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co, where she had been partner since 2022.
SUBMISSIONS OPEN: Asia Top Offshore Litigators We are excited to announce that submissions for the ALB Asia Top Offshore Litigators 2024 rankings are now open. This prestigious annual ranking recognises exceptional litigation practitioners working with offshore law firms, with a focus on those active in Asian jurisdictions.
Deadline: May 5, 2025DOWNLOAD FORM HEREHong Kong boutique GPS hires disputes veteran as partner from Conyers Hong Kong boutique law firm GPS Legal has welcomed Mark Yeadon as a partner in its disputes practice, enhancing its capabilities in commercial dispute resolution with his extensive experience and impressive track record.
Navigating a Shorter Training Runway: Structured Training for Singapore's Junior Lawyers in the Age of Gen AI and Flexible Work [Brought to you by the Singapore Academy of Law] The legal landscape in Singapore is undergoing a rapid transformation. The rise of Generative AI (Gen AI) is revolutionising legal workflows, enhancing efficiency, and automating routine tasks, while flexible work arrangements are redefining traditional modes of learning and collaboration.
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