RANKINGS: ALB Asia Top 15 Female Lawyers 2024
In a legal landscape increasingly shaped by female talent, Asian Legal Business (ALB) presents its fourth annual ranking of the Top 15 Female Lawyers in Asia, showcasing the remarkable achievements and contributions of women in the legal profession across the region. As we celebrate these outstanding…
INDONESIA REPORT: Healing the System
Indonesia's healthcare system has been under immense pressure, with the COVID-19 pandemic exposing its vulnerabilities and limitations. In response, the government has introduced sweeping reforms through the New Health Law and its implementing regulation, aiming to revitalise the sector and attract foreign expertise. Lawyers in Indonesia say these changes could transform the country's healthcare landscape, but not without potential legal challenges and implementation hurdles.
EXPLAINER: Will London win over more Chinese companies with new listing rules?
London, once a marquee fundraising destination where big-name companies vied for a place, has in recent years struggled to attract listings from high-growth start-ups to large conglomerates as lack of liquidity and tight regulations dimmed the prospects for returns.
FORUM: Every Penny Counts
In an age characterised by transformative technology and economic challenges, general counsel are required to achieve greater results with limited resources. Corporate legal leaders share with ALB their strategies for maintaining attention to intricate budgetary details while ensuring they continue to contribute value to the organisation.
RANKINGS: ALB Asia Offshore Litigators 2024
Continuing its tradition, ALB highlights the accomplishments of offshore law firm dispute practitioners who have excelled in handling significant cases and delivering exceptional client service.
RANKINGS: ALB Hong Kong Firms to Watch 2024
Hong Kong’s status as a global financial centre has fostered a highly competitive legal market. Boutique law firms have emerged as significant contributors, demonstrating exceptional capabilities and a deep understanding of local business needs. This year, ALB continues to identify and recognise these standout firms for their achievements. the list is in alphabetical order, and some firms have been profiled.
CORPORATE FINANCE: Convertible Craze
In a surprising turn of events, convertible bonds have become the go-to financial instrument for Chinese companies seeking to raise capital.
‘We have more work to do to make japan an arbitration hub’
With international arbitration growing in importance in recent years, the Japanese government has announced an ambitious goal to make the country one of the major arbitration centres of Asia. The Japan Commercial Arbitration Association (JCAA) has been involved in efforts to help the government meet this goal. Masato Dogauchi, chief arbitration and mediation officer at JCAA, talks about what has been accomplished so far, and the road that lies ahead.
Japan’s Push to Digitalise Courts Faces Speed Bumps
As Japan becomes the latest major Asian economy to digitalise its court systems, critics say the changes aren’t happening quickly enough. While more tech-savvy business hubs Singapore and Hong Kong have adapted to digitalised disputes during the pandemic, Japan is still playing catch up.
Paying It Forward
Pro bono work sends a message about law firms’ values and priorities, while providing highly skilled lawyers with an avenue to support the causes they care most about. For many law firms, pro bono work also provides an opportunity to engage with their community positively and support those in need.