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A&O, Skadden, VILAF advise on 1st Vietnamese tech IPO on Nasdaq
By MARI IWATA
Allen & Overy is advising Vietnamese internet company VNG on its planned IPO on the Nasdaq, with Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom and Vilaf acting for the underwriters. The listing is expected to raise $150 million.
The IPO will make VNG the first technology firm from Vietnam to list in the U.S., Reuters reported, adding that proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, repayment of outstanding borrowings and donations, among others.
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Hong Kong’s finest: Finalists revealed for the prestigious ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2023
The ALB Hong Law Awards is back for a 22nd time to recognise and celebrate another year of groundbreaking and innovative legal work and, most importantly, the lawyers and firms that made it happen.
Hong Kong boutique GPS adds disputes partner from EY firm
Hong Kong law firm Georgiou Payne Stewien (GPS) has hired disputes lawyer Kareena Teh as a partner from EY member firm LC Lawyers.
Addressing the future of international dispute resolution at Singapore Convention Week 2023 [Brought to you by the Ministry of Law, Singapore]
With digital advancements making our world more connected than ever, it has never been more convenient conducting business with partners from different countries. At times, this ease of doing business also results in more instances of friction. In order to provide businesses with effective ways of managing cross-border disputes, we must ensure that our international dispute resolution framework continues to evolve to cater to modern needs.
MB Kemp hires construction disputes expert in HK from local firm Cocking
Hong Kong-headquartered dispute resolution and insolvency firm MB Kemp has hired Gilbert Kwok as a partner in the city from Cocking & Co.
ALB Conversations: Ong Johnson, Senior Group Legal Manager, i-Berhad
Ong Johnson, senior group legal manager of i-Berhad, shares how every legal decision he makes has a dual purpose, the importance of empathy, and why he always strives to be a “good and faithful servant.”
EDITOR'S NOTE: If you're a general counsel based in Asia who'd like to be featured in this series, please email mari.iwata@tr.com and ranajit.dam@tr.com.
CAM, AZB, Cleary guide Qatar fund investment in Reliance Retail
Law firms Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and AZB & Partners have advised on the Indian aspects of Qatar Investment Authority’s $1 billion investment in Reliance Retail Ventures, the retail arm of Reliance Industries.
Long-time HFW disputes partner joins WFW in Singapore
Watson Farley & Williams has hired disputes expert Guy Hardaker as a consultant in Singapore from the Hong office of Holman Fenwick Willan, where he had been a partner for over a decade.
Breaking traditional constraints, upholding a mindset of achievement, embracing innovative models: A conversation with Annie Ling, Micro Connect Group [Brought to you by Micro Connect]
Micro Connect, a pioneering financial platform that connects small and micro enterprises with global capital, is at the forefront of utilizing fintech to reshape financing and investment approaches. Through their innovative revenue-sharing model, they have revolutionized financing for small businesses, presenting a seamless and sustainable source of capital. With an extensive presence spanning across 220 cities in 31 provinces in China, Micro Connect has so far made impactful investments in over 9,300 small and micro enterprises.
New Indian firm Emerald launches Bengaluru office, adds Delhi partner
Indian law firm Emerald Law Offices, which was established in May this year, has opened an office in India’s tech and startup capital, Bengaluru, and added real estate partner Aditi Lodha to its Delhi base.
HK firm ONC makes disputes partner addition
Hong Kong law firm ONC Lawyers has recruited disputes expert Olivia Kung as a partner from Wellington Legal, a firm she co-founded.
SAM lures over AZB Delhi real estate practice head
Indian law firm Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas has turned to rival AZB & Partners to strengthen its real estate offerings, adding practice leader Rohit Bajaj as a partner in New Delhi.
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ALB Asia Rising Stars (Vietnam) 2023
Open to those either working in-house or in law firms, the list will showcase lawyers under 40 years of age who are doing high-quality work, and in the process earning accolades from their colleagues, superiors and clients. Lawyers need to be permanently based in Vietnam to qualify
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Deadline: September 11, 2023
ALB Asia's Top 15 Intellectual Property Lawyers 2023
We are now accepting submissions for ALB Asia’s Top 15 IP Lawyers. This list will highlight the achievements of the top 15 IP lawyers across Asia who have consistently delivered high-quality IP work, set high standards in the IP space, while earning accolades from their colleagues, superiors and clients.
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Deadline: September 11, 2023
Asia Korea Super 30 Lawyers 2023
Research for the annual ALB Korea Super 30 Lawyers has commenced. The list will recognize the most highly recommended private-practice lawyers based permanently in Korea. These lawyers will be selected based on client feedback.
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Deadline: September 11, 2023
ALB India Top Intellectual Property Lawyers 2023
We are now accepting submissions for the ALB India Top Intellectual Property Lawyers 2023. The lawyers will be selected based on their work, clients’ recommendations, and feedback from the market.
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Deadline: September 22, 2023
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Diversity & 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. ALB talks to Mari Itoh, a partner at AMT and a founding member of the firm’s D&I committee, about AMT’s D&I initiatives, goals, and challenges.
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Rankings & Listings Results
ALB Asia Top 15 In-house Teams 2023 With the growing complexity of regulations and legal frameworks across different countries in the region, companies have increasingly turned to their in-house legal teams for guidance and support. In-house lawyers have become more involved in strategic decision-making processes and have adopted a proactive approach to risk management. The annual Asia’s Top 15 In-House Teams list recognises and honours the achievements of legal departments across Asia that truly exemplify the future of legal departments. These teams demonstrate a willingness to embrace change through technology, behaviour, business models, or service innovation to meet the organisation’s needs.
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2023 ALB surveys and rankings
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