U.S. law firm Sterlington hires Withers' global aviation head
U.S. law firm Sterlington has hired prominent aviation lawyer Paul Jebely as partner and international vice-chair. Jebely, who is based in Hong Kong, joins from Withers where he was the global head of aviation.
Co-founder of Malaysia’s D&P sets up startup-focused firm
David Lim, a co-founder of Malaysian boutique firm D&P Law Group, has left to set up a new legal practice catering to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups in the country.
Dentons Link Legal, Dentons U.S., Crawford Bayley guide $358 mln SpiceJet QIP
Dentons Link Legal acted for troubled and cash-strapped Indian airline SpiceJet on its $358 million financial infusion through a qualified institutional placement of equity shares. Crawford Bayley & Co and Dentons U.S. acted as domestic and international counsel respectively to the book-running lead managers, DAM Capital Advisors and JM Financial.
UK firm DACB launches HK office amidst foreign firm retreat
London-headquartered insurance-focused law firm DAC Beachcroft has expanded its presence in Asia with a new office in Hong Kong, which will operate in association with newly founded local firm CK Lee & Co.
ALB Asia M&A Rankings 2024
Asia’s markets, like the rest of the world, have seen a steep decline in dealmaking in the first half of the year. But macroeconomic trends, increase in asset quality and lucrative exit opportunities promise a better future for the region’s traditional and emerging markets.
ENERGY: Renewable Roadblocks
In recent years, the combination of trade conflicts, the pandemic, and regional tensions have resulted in increased volatility for businesses in the energy, transportation, and commodities sectors. In Southeast Asia, where the transition to green energy is one of the primary focuses for governments, lawyers examine critical areas susceptible to disputes and identify best practices to avoid them.
ALB Conversations: Elizabeth Kong, 3M
Elizabeth Kong, Asia general counsel for three of 3M's largest business verticals, talks about how her days are as unpredictable as Forrest Gump's box of chocolates, why thinking like a business leader who "happens to have a solid grounding in law" is crucial, and what makes 3M a place where you might hit a 40-year veteran if you throw a stone.
BRIEFS: As Trade Ties Strengthen, Indian Law Firms Make a Beeline for Dubai
Indian law firms have traditionally taken a conservative stance on international expansion. But as the country's financial clout spreads overseas, law firms are setting their sights on key international business hubs to support this wave of expansion.
BRIEFS: Macau Approves Legislation to Overhaul Financial Sector
For the longest time, Macau has been seen as a synonym for glitzy casinos and picturesque architecture. But in recent years, the former Portuguese colony has been pulling out all the stops to buttress its financial credentials. In fact, developing Macau’s financial industry has been a major administrative policy since 2019.
EXPLAINER: Has the Jpex Explosion Killed Hong Kong’s Crypto Dream?
In September, Hong Kong’s reputation as a global financial hub took a battering following the news of high-profile arrests related to unlicensed crypto exchange Japan Exchange (JPEX). The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) issued two public announcements warning investors that JPEX’s claims to be regulated were false, and that some of its activities, including offering high returns on various virtual asset products, were prohibited under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance.