Representing Corporate Asia 2010

In our latest issue, we present the results of our annual Representing Corporate Asia Survey 2010, the largest and most objective survey of in-house counsel and buyers of legal services along the New Silk Road. Join us for an in-depth look at the mindset of, and challenges facing, in-house counsel in the region, from the UAE to Tokyo and many jurisdictions in between. We also reveal which issues affect the working relationship between in-house counsel and private practitioners, announce the winners of our Firms of the Year 2010, and hear directly from some of the winning firms as to what makes their practice areas distinctive in a competitive legal market.

M&A Special Report

Our Special Report on M&A takes a look at which jurisdictions are leading the pack in deal-making activity in 2010. We also hear from leading firms as to the status quo of M&A laws and regulations in India, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam – find out which countries are making a push to encourage foreign investment through development of their legal frameworks, and which still have a long way to go.

Middle East Special Report

In our latest edition, we take a look at why attitudes towards corporate governance are shifting in the Middle East, and investigate the steps being taken to overcome barriers to its effective implementation. Meanwhile, leading firms discuss the flow of trade along the New Silk Road, why Dubai's approach to company set-ups is likely to pay off, and why a recent UK case is generating concern for parties to future Islamic finance transactions.

Investing in the Americas Special Report

The past 18 months have seen an unprecedented upturn in cross-regional acquisitions in the Americas, with cash-rich individuals and corporations in Asia eager to participate in a spate of outbound foreign investment. In this edition of Asian-Counsel, we cover the major challenges, benefits and risks to Asian investors looking to do business in the Americas, from forming an effective M&A strategy to the obstacles and dangers to investment in Latin America and entering a sophisticated market such as the US.

Internal fraud investigation in Asia

An executive summary – based on a presentation by Navigant Consulting and Winston & Strawn LLP – of the implications of the FCPA for companies in Asia, and steps organisations can take to avoid or mitigate violations.

Capital Raising Special Report

Our latest edition of Asian-Counsel takes a look at the various happenings in the region’s capital markets sector. Whilst change is abreast with money flows shifting directions and new industries gaining momentum, we uncover why Hong Kong and Singapore regulators are still setting the pace. Leading law firms also reveal the latest capital markets trends in Malaysia, India, Japan, Thailand and South Korea.

Deals of the Year 2009

Although deal-making activity largely ground to a halt in the first bleak months following the onset of the financial crisis, commentators hoped that the Asia Pacific region would emerge strongly and swiftly from the global economy’s recession. They were not disappointed, with the region putting on a convincing performance in the second half of the year to illustrate that its capacity for notable deals was back on track. Take a look to see which deals were awarded plaudits for being the best in 2009.

Opening the doors to investment in Vietnam

Partner Giles Cooper and special counsel Mark Oakley of Duane Morris Vietnam LLC reveal that whilst Vietnam has made considerable progress in recent years to make the country a more attractive investment destination, there is still work to be done.

Dispute Resolution Special Report

In the latest issue of Asian-Counsel, we uncover the lofty aims of several arbitration centres in the region. We also receive comprehensive updates from a host of leading law firms, and the SIAC, as to the state of dispute resolution across the Middle East, Vietnam, South Korea, India, Hong Kong and Singapore.

External Counsel of the Year 2009

A shifting global economic landscape has created issues of legal complexity and uncertainty for many organisations in the past two years. Meanwhile, never before have relationships between law firms and their clients been so precious. So which private practitioners do in-house counsel view as their most trusted advisors? Asian-Counsel has the answers.

Competition and Antitrust Special Report

In the latest issue of Asian-Counsel, we are provided with an in-depth look at the competition regimes in South Korea, Singapore, China and India from leading legal practitioners in those jurisdictions, and investigate whether there is any merit in the possibility of a pan-Asian competition framework.

Intellectual Property Special Report

In the October issue of Asian-Counsel, we investigate the reasons behind the PRC’s commitment to strengthening its IP regime, and discuss why companies around the globe must stay on top of developments in China. We also hear why Asian companies importing products into the United States must be aware of International Trade Commission investigations.

Restructuring & Insolvency Special Report

In this month’s cover feature, we take a look at the reasons why in-house counsel need to stay alert to restructuring and insolvency trends, and talk to experts from around the region about the practical considerations which should be taken into account when advising clients in the current climate.

Representing corporate Asia

In this month’s cover feature we take an in-depth look at the issues affecting the working relationship between in-house counsel and private practitioners across the Asia Pacific. We announce the winners of our Firms of the Year 2009 as voted by in-house counsel - take a look to see which firms are considered leaders across the region - and hear directly from some of the winning firms as to what makes their practice areas distinctive in a competitive legal market.

Mergers & Acquisitions Special Report

The June issue of Asian-Counsel takes a look at M&A activity levels and trends across Asia Pacific and investigates factors which in-house counsel should consider in light of the downturn, whilst leading firms discuss how newly-enacted legislation and other issues will impact the M&A arena in Japan, Korea and China.

Destination: India

In ‘Focus on India’, the continued momentum and salience of India as a premier investment destination is examined. What are the catalysts for the unprecedented amount of foreign investment flowing into the country?

Life Sciences Special Report

Offering huge potential for expansion and returns, almost every active economy in Asia is making efforts to actively develop a niche in the life sciences industry. In ‘Asia’s winning formula’ Asian-Counsel discusses how countries are positioning themselves to carve out niches in this area of living jurisprudence. The report also features expert articles focussing on particular developments in China, Japan, India and Singapore.

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Corporate Finance Lawyer – Leading Telecommunications & Technology Conglomerate – Hong Kong

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General Counsel (20+ yrs pqe)

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Legal Counsel - Derivatives (8-12 yrs pqe) Hong Kong

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Legal Counsel – Global Sporting Icon – Hong Kong

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Vice President, Corporate Finance Legal - Global Investment Bank - Hong Kong

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M&A Lawyer – Leading Telecommunications Conglomerate – Singapore

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Regional Counsel - Global Investment Bank, Hong Kong

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Trust Officer (5+ yrs pqe) Hong Kong

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Funds Counsel, Global House, Singapore

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Regulatory Lawyer (1 year PQE), Top Tier US Firm, Hong Kong

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Shipping Litigator NQ-1 PQE - Hong Kong

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Head of Regulatory Asia Pacific - Global Brand - Singapore

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Dispute Resolution 3+ PQE - Hong Kong

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I-Bank counsel VP/ED Level Hong Kong 5-12 years

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Commercial Lawyers x2 Singapore 4-10 years

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Banking Associates Hong Kong 2-4 years and 5+ years

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Regional Head of Compliance, Hong Kong

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IT Specialist, Global MNC, Singapore

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Tax Lawyer - 2-4 yrs PQE