In this issue of ALB Insights, we look at why some law firms are embracing open-plan offices, and why some are still less than enthusiastic about this global trend. We also chat with a leading offshore law firm, which recently marked 10 years in Hong Kong, and spotlighted a high-growth startup from India.

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Law firms are going open-plan, and it’s not to cut costs

Greater collaboration, increased communication, and better training for junior lawyers are some of the reasons why more law firms are finally adopting open-plan offices. John Kang speaks to office heads about the pros and cons of this design and why some firms are still holding out.

Ogier marks 10 years in HK: ‘We want to be diversified, sustainable, and profitable’

Earlier this year, offshore law firm Ogier celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Hong Kong office. John Kang talks to partner Nicholas Plowman, who co-founded the office, about how the past decade has been, the current state of the legal market in the city, and what the future brings.

ALB Hot Startups: Surukam Analytics 

ALB Hot Startups is a weekly series that looks at the most promising new legal-tech companies in Asia. This week, ALB takes a look at Surukam Analytics, an Indian startup that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to change the way contract management works. By Raj Gunashekar