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SUBMISSIONS OPEN: ALB Asia M&A Rankings 2025
by Asian Legal Business《亚洲法律杂志》
Submissions are now open for ALB's annual rankings of the best law firms for M&A in Asia, covering a range of jurisdictions from China and Hong Kong to India and Vietnam. This year, we aim to recognize both domestic and international firms that excel in M&A transactions across the region.
Deadline: Jul. 4, 2025
DOWNLOAD FORM FOR CHINA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, KOREA HERE
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Orrick grows in Singapore with another A&O Shearman hire
U.S. law firm Orrick has expanded its Singapore office by hiring energy advisor Adam Moncrieff as a partner, marking its third recent addition from A&O Shearman and boosting its capabilities in Southeast Asia's energy sector.
Former Weerawong, TTT partner launches new Bangkok law firm
Jirapat Thammavaranucupt has launched Jirapat and Partners in Bangkok, a full-service law firm specializing in infrastructure, public-private partnerships, and emerging energy sectors to meet the growing demands of Thailand's legal market.
ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2025: celebrating excellence in legal innovation
The Hong Kong Law Awards 2025, hosted by Asian Legal Business, is now accepting submissions until May 16, featuring a new online platform and exciting categories that highlight the legal landscape's evolution in the Greater Bay Area.
Indochine Counsel: A Culture Built to Endure and Elevate [Indochine Counsel | Business Law Practitioners]
Mr. Dang The Duc and Ms. Nguyen Thi Ai Lien from Indochine Counsel discuss how structured support and a focus on mental well-being have improved employee engagement and reduced turnover in high-pressure legal environments.
Jakarta: Former WCA managing partner joins ALTA Advocates
Kristo Molina has joined ALTA Advocates as a partner in the capital markets practice, bringing over 25 years of experience after his tenure as managing partner at Witara Cakra Advocates.
CAM, Ashurst guide APSEZ on Abbot Port acquisition via $2 bln share swap
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and Ashurst advised Adani Ports on its $2.04 billion acquisition of Abbot Point Port Holdings in Australia via a share-swap, enhancing APSEZ’s global expansion and portfolio.
WFW drives HK expansion with DLA trio, Stephenson Harwood partner
Watson Farley & Williams has significantly expanded its Hong Kong practice by hiring four partners, including energy specialists from DLA Piper and a maritime disputes expert from Stephenson Harwood, bringing its total partner count in the region to 12.
IndusLaw, CAM guide Sojitz’s $400 mln entry into India’s green energy market
IndusLaw has facilitated Japan's Sojitz Corporation's $400 million investment in a biomethane-focused joint venture with GPS Renewables and Indian Oil Corporation to develop and operate biomethane plants across India.
Birds boosts SG corporate offering with hire from NRF
International law firm Bird & Bird has appointed corporate lawyer Shahin Foroughian as a partner in its Singapore office, enhancing its corporate offerings with his extensive expertise in cross-border mergers and acquisitions.
SUBMISSIONS OPEN: ALB Firms to Watch (Vietnam) 2025
Vietnam's boutique law firms are gaining attention, with ALB Asia Magazine highlighting firms with 10 or fewer partners that are making a market impact.
Deadline: Jul. 15, 2025
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Wilson Sonsini welcomes capital markets partner from Davis Polk
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati has expanded its corporate practice in Hong Kong by hiring former Davis Polk partner Yang Chu, who brings expertise in corporate transactions, including IPOs and M&A, to boost the firm's presence in the Asia-Pacific region.
SUBMISSIONS OPEN: ALB Asia Rising Stars Hong Kong 2025
ALB is accepting submissions for its Rising Stars Hong Kong list, spotlighting lawyers under 40 based in Hong Kong for their high-quality work.
Deadline: Jul. 4, 2025
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Singapore: A&O Shearman infra partner departs for Sidley
Sidley Austin has hired infrastructure M&A specialist Alun Evans as a partner in its Singapore office, strengthening its energy and infrastructure practice in the Asia-Pacific region
SUBMISSIONS OPEN: ALB Asia 40 Under 40 2025
Submissions are now open for ALB Asia’s annual 40 Under 40 list, celebrating exceptional lawyers under 40 in the region. Note that lawyers based in mainland China and Australia/New Zealand are not eligible.
Deadline: Aug. 4, 2025
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Ropes expands PE offering in Hong Kong with hire from Freshies
Private equity expert Richard Perks joins Ropes & Gray as a partner in Hong Kong, bringing over 20 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions across Asia, including significant deals in the life sciences, financial services, and technology sectors.
HFW expands Singapore office with Withers disputes duo
UK-headquartered law firm HFW has strengthened its APAC disputes offering with the hires of partner Shaun Leong and senior associate Theodore Ang from Withers in Singapore.
Bakers Malaysia firm recruits IP expert from Christopher & Lee Ong
Wong & Partners has appointed Celia Cheah as a partner in its Kuala Lumpur IP practice, bringing over two decades of expertise in intellectual property, including licensing and brand strategy.
Hong Kong: JSM sees partners exit for Kennedys, Simmons & Simmons
Johnson Stokes & Master (JSM) has lost two partners, with Wilson Fung joining Kennedys as a disputes specialist and Jennifer Tam moving to Simmons & Simmons to enhance their employment and benefits practice.
New Video Release: ALB Conversations with Lasma Simbolon, Gojek - GoTo Group
In this episode of ALB Conversations, we speak with Lasma Simbolon, general counsel at Gojek, on managing legal challenges during the company's Southeast Asian expansion.
Emerging Technology and Tomorrow’s Lawyers – Data, the new Black Gold [Brought to you by the Singapore Academy of Law]
As cyberattacks increasingly target valuable data, particularly within law firms, understanding legal remedies and the complexities surrounding data ownership and protection becomes essential in navigating the aftermath of such incidents.
Malaysian boutique OEJP boosts M&A strength with EY partner hire
Ong Eu Jin Partnership enhances its cross-border transaction capabilities with the addition of veteran M&A specialist Sunny Liew as partner, amidst rising Chinese investment flows into Southeast Asia.
CAM expands private client practice in Singapore with senior in-house hire
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas has strengthened its Singapore presence by appointing Varun Kalsi as a director in its private client practice, bringing over 17 years of expertise in wealth planning and cross-border investment structuring.
HK: K&L Gates welcomes cap markets partner from Robertsons
K&L Gates has strengthened its capital markets practice in Hong Kong by hiring Janney Chong as a partner from Robertsons, bringing over 20 years of expertise in equity capital markets and corporate law.
PRC’s DeHeng adds real estate partner in Hong Kong
DeHeng Law Offices has enhanced its Hong Kong real estate practice by hiring Maria Leung as a partner, bringing over 30 years of experience in the sector from Cheung & Yip.
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ALB M&A Rankings 2025
Submissions are open for ALB's annual rankings of top M&A law firms in Asia.
Deadline: Jul. 4, 2025
DOWNLOAD FORM FOR CHINA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, KOREA HERE
DOWNLOAD FORM FOR INDIA, INDONESIA, MALAYSIA, PHILIPPINES, SINGAPORE, THAILAND, VIETNAM HERE
ALB Asia Rising Stars Hong Kong 2025
ALB is accepting submissions for its Rising Stars Hong Kong list, spotlighting lawyers under 40 based in Hong Kong for their high-quality work.
Deadline: Jul. 4, 2025
DOWNLOAD FORM HERE
ALB Firms to Watch (Vietnam) 2025
Vietnam's boutique law firms are gaining attention, with ALB Asia Magazine highlighting firms with 10 or fewer partners that are making a market impact.
Deadline: Jul. 15, 2025
DOWNLOAD FORM HERE |
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ALB Conversations: Lasma Simbolon, Gojek - GoTo Group
Catch our latest video with Lasma Simbolon, general counsel at Gojek - GoTo Group as she discusses the legal complexities of Gojek's expansion in Southeast Asia and the legal team's role in ensuring compliance while addressing market challenges and consumer needs.
CLICK TO WATCH MORE VIDEOS Rankings and Listings Results ALB Super 50 TMT 2025
In its fifth edition, ALB recognises the top lawyers in the technology, media, and telecommunications sectors across Asia in the Asia Super Lawyers 2025 list. |
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2025 ALB surveys and rankings
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