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SUBMISSIONS OPEN: ALB Asia's Top 15 General Counsels 2024
By  ASIAN LEGAL BUSINESS《亚洲法律杂志》

Thriving in Asia's dynamic legal landscape, top in-house counsels are not just legal experts, but strategic partners. They possess a deep understanding of both the law and the business they serve, navigating complex regulations while offering commercially sound advice. Their strong communication and interpersonal skills foster collaboration across the organization, while their problem-solving abilities ensure they find practical solutions to legal challenges. These qualities make them invaluable assets, guiding their companies towards success.

ALB is pleased to announce the call for submissions for Asia's Top 15 General Counsels. The list celebrates the visionary leadership and strategic contributions of the region's leading legal minds. We invite submissions from general counsels and their teams who are driving innovation and fostering a culture of excellence within their legal departments. Finalists will be recognized for their transformative approaches in technology, behavior, business models, or service delivery, ultimately elevating the legal function's value and impact within their organizations..


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MoFo latest U.S. firm to shutter China office, announces Beijing closure
Morrison & Foerster has confirmed to ALB that it plans to close its Beijing representative office when its lease expires this fall. It will become the fifth U.S. law firm in this year alone to scale back in mainland China.

SAM, Latham advising Hyundai Motor on mammoth India IPO
Indian law firm Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and Latham & Watkins are advising Hyundai Motor's India unit on its stock market listing in Mumbai, which could raise up to $3 billion, according to the prospectus filed by the company.

HSF names returnee as Tokyo construction disputes head
Global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills has welcomed back Ben Jolley as its head of construction disputes in Tokyo from an in-house role at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI).

Latham, Freshies advise on $1.3 bln data centre investment
Latham & Watkins has advised ST Telemedia Global Data Centres on a S$1.75 billion ($1.3 billion) investment from a consortium comprising KKR and Singapore Telecommunications, which was represented by Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.

PAG GC to join MoFo Tokyo as partner
Morrison & Foerster is set to boost its private equity and M&A practices in Asia with the hire of veteran corporate lawyer Gregory Salathé as a partner in Tokyo. Salathé will join the firm in September from investment manager PAG, where he is currently a partner and group general counsel.

SEZ Developers and Units - Documentation lacuna in availing the Zero-rated benefit for the supplies under RCM liability [Brought to you by Lakshmikumaran Sridharan attorneys]
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A&G, WongP acting on OCBC’s $1 bln buyout offer for Great Eastern
Singapore Big Four law firm WongPartnership is advising insurer Great Eastern Holdings in relation to a S$1.4 billion ($1 billion) buyout offer from its top shareholder, Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC), which is being represented by Allen & Gledhill.

SUBMISSIONS OPEN: ALB M&A Rankings 2024
ALB is now seeking submissions for its annual rankings of the top law firms for M&A in Asia, covering the period from July 2023 to June 2024 across various Asian jurisdictions.
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Deadline: June 28, 2024


ALB CONVERSATIONS: Keiko Minami, Head of Legal, APAC & ANZ, Darktrace
Keiko Minami, head of legal for APAC & ANZ at cybersecurity firm Darktrace, talks about how her career journey so far has been a “profound and interesting adventure,” what the secret sauce is for a high-performing team, and why thinking in the shoes of someone she aspires to be helps her get through difficult situations.

EDITOR'S NOTE: If you're a general counsel based in Asia who'd like to be featured in this series, please email ranajit.dam@tr.com.

Ex-Trowers KL senior associate returns as SG partner
UK law firm Trowers & Hamlins has welcomed back Cassandra Lim, a former senior associate at its Kuala Lumpur office, as a corporate partner in Singapore.

NO&T, MHM advising on $1.4 bln Kirin-Fancl deal
Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu is advising Japan’s Kirin Holdings on its 220.7 billion yen ($1.4 billion) offer to acquire the rest of skincare brand Fancl Corp, which is being represented by Uryu & Itoga.

A Conversation with ARMA Law, one of ALB Asia's Top 15 ESG Law Firms 2024 [Brought to you by ARMA Law]
As ESG issues take a front seat in business decision-making across Asia, law firms play a crucial role advising companies on how to navigate increasingly complex compliance requirements and mitigating emerging risks. As regulatory landscapes around ESG evolve rapidly, ALB recognises ARMA Law, one of the 15 law firms that are delivering outstanding legal counsel in this area.  

SUBMISSIONS OPEN: India's Top Corporate/M&A Boutique Firms 2024
India's Corporate/M&A scene is seeing boutique firms known for specialized expertise and efficient execution at competitive fees. These firms are recognized for their agility and personalized approach. Submissions are optional but are welcome for consideration.
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Deadline: August 5, 2024


SUBMISSIONS OPEN: 2024 South India Top 15 Law Firms
South India's economy is booming, driven by the tech sector and real estate. The South India Top 15 Law Firms ranking honours firms shaping this growth. Selection is based on industry knowledge, news analysis, and public data. Firms must be headquartered in or have a substantial presence in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Coimbatore, or Kerala to be considered.
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Deadline: August 9, 2024


SURVEY OPEN: ALB MENA Super 50 Lawyers 2024
ALB is seeking recommendations for top private practice lawyers based in the MENA region through an online survey based on client feedback. There is no limit to the number of recommendations a lawyer can receive.
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Deadline: June 28, 2024




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ALB M&A Rankings 2024
ALB is now seeking submissions for its annual rankings of the top law firms for M&A in Asia, covering the period from July 2023 to June 2024 across various Asian jurisdictions.
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(China, Hong Kong Japan, Korea, Taiwan)

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(India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam)

Deadline: June 28, 2024


ALB Asia's Top 15 General Counsels 2024
ALB is seeking submissions for Asia's Top 15 General Counsels. Candidates must have held a General Counsel or equivalent leadership role in an Asia-based organisation for the past 12 months.
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Deadline: June 28, 2024


ALB MENA Super 50 Lawyers 2024
ALB is seeking recommendations for top private-practice lawyers based in the MENA region through an online survey based on client feedback. There is no limit to the number of recommendations a lawyer can receive.
TAKE THE SURVEY HERE
Deadline: June 28, 2024


ALB Asia 40 Under 40 2024
ALB Asia is seeking submissions for its 40 Under 40 list, featuring accomplished lawyers in Asia under 40. Mainland China and Australia/New Zealand submissions not accepted.
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Deadline: July 26, 2024

As one of Japan’s Big Four law firms, Anderson Mori & Tomotsune has made it its mission to improve diversity and inclusion, or D&I, across the firm and Japan’s legal industry. 

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ALB Asia IP Rankings 2024
Last year, significant progress was made in harmonising patent laws across Asian countries and balancing copyright protections in the digital era. Breakthroughs in AI-generated content and new international agreements on patent standards paved the way for innovation despite digital disruptions. Many Asian countries overhauled their IP frameworks to support the growing digital economy. 

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2023 ALB surveys and rankings
Click here to access the full list of surveys and rankings that are currently underway and open for submissions. 
             
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