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.
Green America First
As part of its green transition, the United States recently introduced a tax-break scheme that favoured domestically produced electric vehicles. This has excluded Asian automakers, which currently produce a significant number of the electric vehicles purchased in the U.S., leading them to accuse the Biden administration of breaching international law. Trade lawyers dissect the potential disputes arising from the law, the legal remedies in place, and the ramifications ahead.
Suits for Hire
With the pandemic resulting in a shifting of business priorities, Alternative Legal Service Providers (ALSPs) are having their moment in the sun. One segment that’s rising in prominence is that of flexible lawyers, who are able to provide in-house teams with a high level of expertise at a manageable cost. Players in this segment share with ALB how the pandemic is facilitating their growth, how they are staying competitive, and what the future holds.
‘i hope to further contribute to Asia’s arbitration development’
Renowned arbitrator and counsel Jern-Fei Ng now calls Singapore home after living in the UK for 25 years. The Malaysia-born star disputes lawyer shares with ALB about the trends and talents in Asia’s arbitration scene, and why he’s confident that the region will continue to grow as a disputes powerhouse.