Headline News HSF, CC lead SF Holdings’ $750 mln Hong Kong IPO by Hu Yangxiaoxiao 胡阳潇潇 Herbert Smith Freehills, CM Law Firm, and Grandall Law Firm have advised Chinese logistics provider SF Holdings on its $750 million initial public offering in Hong Kong, with Clifford Chance and King & Wood Mallesons advising the joint sponsors. This is the second-largest IPO in Hong Kong this year, and makes SF Holdings the first courier and logistics company to achieve dual A+H listings. CLICK TO READ MORE |
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Other News ALB Conversations: Mike Yeh, Microsoft Asia Mike Yeh, Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, Corporate, External and Legal Affairs at Microsoft Asia, talks about why changing roles every five years keeps you learning, what factors will drive success in the AI era, and how he envisions Asia leveraging AI for good in the near future. EDITOR'S NOTE: If you're a general counsel based in Asia who'd like to be featured in this series, please email [email protected]. Trilegal, Khaitan guide RMZ-Colt $1.7 bln India data centre JV Trilegal advised Indian alternative asset owner RMZ Group on its $1.7 billion joint venture with Colt Data Centre Services, which was advised by Khaitan & Co, to invest in the Indian data centre market, as well as the proposed acquisition of stakes in two data centre projects. MHM, AMT, Davis Polk, STB acting on chipmaker Kioxia’s $645 mln IPO Mori Hamada & Matsumoto and Davis Polk & Wardwell are advising Japanese chipmaker Kioxia on its planned 100-billion-yen ($645 million) IPO, with Anderson Mori & Tomotsune and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett representing the international managers. CLOSING SOON: ALB Firms to Watch (Singapore) 2025 Amidst Singapore's ongoing development as a key business hub and a leading global financial centre, there is a notable rise in smaller law firms that are gaining recognition for their commitment to delivering quality services and managing significant workloads. DOWNLOAD SUBMISSION FORM HERE Deadline: December 6, 2024 Nishimura guides Goldman Sachs on $530 mln Japan take-private deal Japanese Big Four firm Nishimura & Asahi has advised global investment bank Goldman Sachs on its acquisition and privatisation via management buyout of Nihon Housing, a building and real estate management company, for $530 million. Chandler MHM shipping, insurance trio joins Rajah & Tann Thailand Rajah & Tann Thailand has strengthened its shipping and insurance practice groups by hiring a team of lawyers from Chandler MHM led by Ittirote Klinboon, who joins as a partner. SAM, CAM, Hogan Lovells guide Acme Solar’s $343 mln India IPO Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co has advised Acme Solar, one of India's largest renewable energy independent power producers, on its $343 million initial public offering. SUBMISSIONS OPEN: ALB Asia Rising Stars Indonesia 2025 We are pleased to announce that submissions for ALB's Rising Stars Indonesia list are now open. This list will spotlight the most promising lawyers of the next generation in Indonesia. The list will be published in the January/February 2025 issue of ALB Asia. DOWNLOAD SUBMISSION FORM HERE Deadline: December 6, 2024 HK boutique DCLO expands practice areas with new partner Hong Kong-based law firm David Cameron Law Office (DCLO) has announced the appointment of Aoife Griffin as a new partner, significantly expanding its practice areas. DSK real estate litigator joins Trilegal in Mumbai Indian law firm Trilegal has bolstered its real estate and disputes capabilities with the addition of litigator Samit Dilip Shukla as a partner in Mumbai. Shukla was previously a partner at DSK Legal. Bakers, HSF act on PE acquisition of Japan’s jinjer Baker & McKenzie (Gaikokuho Joint Enterprise) has advised private equity firms J-STAR Co and Potentia Capital on their joint acquisition of jinjer, one of Japan’s leading HR SaaS players. While financial terms were not recorded, news reports value the deal at $500 million. Why timing matters: Adopting specialised tools for arbitration success [Brought to you by Opus 2] In today’s fast-paced digital environment, legal teams face increasing pressure to streamline processes, cut costs, and enhance efficiency. Leading legal teams are looking to technology to help meet these challenges – and those who adopt solutions purpose-built for arbitration early in the dispute lifecycle can gain an advantage and maximise the value of their solution. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE NEWS ON THE ALB WEBSITE |
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Rankings and Listings Results ALB Asia Top 50 Largest Law Firms 2024 In an era of global uncertainty, the legal industry in Asia is experiencing significant shifts, with the size and scale of law firms becoming crucial factors in their ability to serve clients effectively. ALB Hong Kong Rising Stars 2024 In its second annual list, Asian Legal Business highlights Hong Kong’s next generation of standout lawyers who continue to demonstrate exceptional potential in the industry while earning strong praise from their clients. Asia’s Fastest Growing Firms 2024 As Asia's legal landscape evolves, law firms are leveraging economic growth through innovative technologies and strategic approaches to meet global market demands. |
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Video DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN JAPAN'S LEGAL INDUSTRY As one of Japan’s Big Four law firms, Anderson Mori & Tomotsune has made it its mission to improve diversity and inclusion, or D&I, across the firm and Japan’s legal industry. CLICK TO WATCH MORE VIDEOS |
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