RANKINGS: ALB Asia Top 15 Female Lawyers 2024

by Asian Legal Business《亚洲法律杂志》, Nimitt Dixit |

 

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

by Sarah Wong |

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?

by Sarah Wong |

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

by Sarah Wong |

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.

Guidance From Afar

by Elizabeth Beattie |

As remote working arrangements reshape office interactions and expectations, law firm leaders are thinking up innovative ways to mentor junior lawyers, thereby ensuring engagement and retention.

ALB Asia’s Top 15 TMT Lawyers

The technology sector has become increasingly prominent in the past few years, partly because of the pandemic, and partly due to the emergence of new areas – from AI to fintech to decentralised finance and everything in between. To succeed in this dynamic environment, the best TMT lawyers have had to keep up with rapidly changing business and regulatory trends.

Change and Progress (EN/JA)

by Elizabeth Beattie |

Over the past few years, law firms and lawyers have grappled with a rapidly changing business landscape, thanks in large part to the COVID-19 pandemic. Along with new ways of working, the industry has seen the emergence of new practice areas. For legal networks, this has meant guiding their clients through uncertainty.