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.
ALB Asia Top 15 Private Wealth Lawyers 2022
This inaugural ranking spotlights the top 15 lawyers across Asia who have outshone their peers in the field of private wealth, with impressive lists of clients among HNWIs, family offices and more.
State of the Market 2022: Hong Kong and Singapore
The year 2022 could not have panned out more differently for the two Asian hubs. Hong Kong, which aligned itself with China’s Zero COVID policy until quite recently, has seen its economy slow and professionals head for the exit; however, its fundamentals remain strong, and the city is known for nothing if not its resilience. And while Singapore might have gained ground in the process – and attracted a flurry of law firms -the growth of its legal industry could be constrained by its innate drawbacks.
Whistleblowing on the Rise in APAC, but Protections Lag
As we emerge from the pandemic and employees revaluate their relationships with their employers, an increasing number are feeling emboldened to speak up against corporate misconduct. This trend has put the Asia-Pacific region under the spotlight, where organisations are playing catch-up with the evolving legal and regulatory landscape. The inadequacies strike even starker as jurisdictions within the European Union have been safeguarded by a comprehensive and unified legal framework for whistle-blowers since 2019.