COVER STORY: EMPLOYER OF CHOICE In this annual ranking, ALB lists the best law firms to work for in each major jurisdiction in Asia. Law firms are listed on the basis of recommendations from their lawyers, as well as ALB’s own market knowledge. To vote for your firm, please go to https://www.legalbusinessonline.com/news/now-open-alb-employer-choice-survey-2019/77153. |
LIST: INDIA’S FIRMS TO WATCH 2019 As companies look to cope with a sluggish economy, one of the ways they are cutting legal costs is by moving away from bigger firms and turning instead to smaller, nimbler outfits. Luckily for them, India has seen the rise of some quality smaller outfits that are punching well above their weight in terms of work handled and services delivered. This list features 10 of them. To take part, please email krupa.dalal@tr.com and ranajit.dam@tr.com. |
FEATURE: BREXIT With a "no-deal" Brexit looking increasingly likely, Asian companies are anticipating a damaging fallout, and they might soon be forced to review investment strategies. We speak to lawyers about the risks Asian companies face, and how lawyers are helping them prepare. |
LIST: HONG KONG’S TOP IN-HOUSE TEAMS The ALB Hong Kong’s Top In-House Teams 2019 list showcases the achievements of the finest in-house legal teams in Hong Kong. In-house teams are selected on the basis of notable work done in the past year, innovation practiced, contributions to the overall business, awards and accolades received and other factors. To take part, please email ranajit.dam@thomsonreuters.com for a submission form. The ranking is open only to in-house legal teams in Hong Kong. |
FEATURE: DISPUTES On Feb. 1, Hong Kong issued its much-anticipated Code of Practice for Third Party Funding of Arbitration, which provides a clear framework for third-party funding of international arbitrations seated in Hong Kong and sets out specific guidelines for funders operating there. We speak to law firms and funders about how the market should evolve from here. |
MP ROUNDTABLE: SINGAPORE We speak to four Singapore-based managing partners on current trends in the market, challenges they are facing and what they expect to see in 2019. |
FEATURE: ENERGY & RESOURCES As part of its Thailand 4.0 plan, the country is aiming for a low-carbon economy while ensuring energy security, affordability, and sustainability. New enterprises have emerged to take advantage of these opportunities, using innovative business models that leverage data, analytics, and digital technologies to enable improvements in energy efficiency, reliability, and customer service. We speak to lawyers about this evolving landscape. |
FEATURE: LEGAL EDUCATION Technology is now impacting the legal industry in multiple ways, including reducing overhead costs for law firms, improving communication among lawyers and their clients, and cultivating an innovative culture. But are law schools doing enough to train their graduates accordingly? We investigate. |
FEATURE: CYBERSECURITY Law firms today face four major types of cybersecurity risks: phishing or hacked email accounts; ransomware; leaks of sensitive data; and the risk of legal malpractice allegations due to poor cybersecurity. We speak to lawyers about how they are tackling these. |
REPORT: MALAYSIA As Malaysia recovers from the 1MDB scandal, the new Pakatan Harapan (PH) government is trying to revive its economy. Early signs have been promising, with FDI increasing by 250 per cent to RM49 billion ($11.8 billion) in the first nine months of 2018, and exports also rising to a record. We talk to lawyers about how Malaysia looks from an investor’s standpoint. |
POST-EVENT COVERAGE: INDIA LAW AWARDS The winners, photos and more from ALB’s inaugural India Law Awards |
