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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.
Mission: Net Zero
As countries at the recent COP27 summit stepped up their pledge to tackle climate change, law firms in Asia are also trying to fulfil their corporate responsibilities by doing their bit. Leaders share their firms’ path to achieving carbon neutrality in a region highly susceptible to climate disasters, and what impact they are anticipating from their undertakings.
ALB Dealmakers of Asia 2022
Even in a year marked by uncertainty – thanks to geopolitical instability, spiking inflation, supply chain issues, and more –dealmaking has matched pre-pandemic levels, keeping corporate lawyers extremely busy. In this annual list, ALB spotlights lawyers who have overcome challenges to deliver deals for their clients.
‘Our strategic expansion further underpins our commitment to Singapore’
U.S. law firm Morgan, Lewis & Bockius has recently added a number of partners to its Singapore office. Joo Khin Ng, managing partner of Morgan Lewis’ Singapore office, shares with ALB how the firm strategises its Asia offerings through the expansion, and what the Lion City can bring to the table.