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Japan’s top 100 lawyers 2023

Following an extensive nomination process, Asia Business Law Journal unveils the top performers of Japan’s legal profession

All eyes on foreign investment in the Philippines

Long denied access to full business ownership in the Philippines, foreign investors are poised as new laws are now effective

Legal AI’d

Unleashing potential of generative AI across the legal profession

Indonesia’s Future Legal Leaders

Asia Business Law Journal has recognised 50 up-and-coming Indonesian lawyers who are poised for further success

Privy Council clarifies proper purpose rule to Bermuda trustee’s powers

By Helen Wang and Ryan Chong, Carey Olsen in Singapore

Japan outbound investment guide

Legal experts around the globe offer insights for Japanese companies expanding abroad

Protecting IP and intangible assets in Taiwan

By Brian Hsieh, Monica Wang and Jane Wang, Formosa Transnational

Legal overview for Japanese investment in Thailand

By Mallika Esposito Seu Margherita and Palawi Bunnag, ILCT in Bangkok

Advice for Japanese companies investing in Taiwan

By Albert Kao, Chen Wen-Chih and Hung Pang-Heng, Formosa Transnational

Trends and features of Japan foreign investment

By Masako Takahata, Japan In-house Lawyers Association

Managing and resolving disputes in Taiwan

By Albert Kao, Chen Wen-Chih and Hung Pang-Heng, Formosa Transnational

Investment prospects for Japanese enterprises in India

By Gaurav Dani, Saurav Kumar and Swathi Sreenath, IndusLaw in New Delhi

Investment liberalisation and tax reform in the Philippines

By Benedicta Du-Baladad, Du-Baladad & Associates in Metro Manila

Strategies for foreign companies investing in the Philippines

By Sylvette Tankiang, Franchette Acosta and Maria Carla Mapalo, V&A Law

IP protection in India for Japanese businesses

By Joginder Singh and Rajeev Kumar, LexOrbis in New Delhi

Commercial dispute mechanism for foreign investment in India

By Harshit Anand, Kamaljeet Singh and Harshil Mehta, AP & Partners in New Delhi

A greater good

How law firms across the region prioritise pro bono work, sustainability, and staff welfare over profits

Vietnam Law Firm Awards 2023

Asia Business Law Journal names the country’s top law firms

Indonesia’s top 100 lawyers

We reveal our choices for the country’s top legal experts

The patent protector

One-on-one with Rowel Barba, APEC’s IP expert

Not so stablecoins

Following the US regulator's decision to deem a stablecoin unregistered security, Asian regulators may be better positioned to adopt the approach to ensure effective oversight

Who’s next?

The recent collapse of regional financial institutions in the US has rocked global banking, including in Asia, prompting a range of legal ramifications that could last for years

Inventive incentive

Former justice head explains Hong Kong’s unique strengths as a dispute resolution hub

Universal healthcare law opens financing opportunities in Philippines

By Charmaine Rose Haw-Lim, Dan Kevin Mandocdoc, and Ann Danzel Albana, Gulapa Law

Challenges navigating Taiwan’s emerging insurtech sector

By Eddie Hsiung and Maggie Chang, Lee and Li

Thailand Law Firm Awards 2023

We celebrate the best of the country’s legal profession

Connect the DOTs

Digital ownership tokens signal future of property law

Singapore’s top 100 lawyers 2023

We reveal the top performers of the country’s legal profession

Litigate or arbitrate: The continuing debate

By James Noble, Kate Lan and Yan Chng, Carey Olsen in Singapore

Judging retirement

Is the mandatory retirement age for judges still relevant?

What’s ahead?

Our survey gathers opinions from legal professionals on their hopes in 2023

Power clash

With strong net zero commitments, Asia is set to be a key arena for climate change-related disputes

Korea Law Firm Awards

Celebrating the best of South Korea’s legal profession

Philippines Law Firm Awards

Acknowledging the country's outstanding legal performer in 2022

A comparison of renewable energy laws

In a race to achieve net zero, asian countries have set policies for wind and solar energy deployment and generation

Regulating decentralised finance in Taiwan

By Steven Hsu, Ashley Chao, and Kimi Chang, HSU & Associates

A comparison of healthtech regulations

Asia's healthcare sector has grown to an unprecedented size and perforated the digital world, but the integration between medicine and technology

Bollywood buzzing over NFTs

By Pravin Anand, Dhruv Anand and Udita Patro, Anand and Anand

Vietnam’s top 100 lawyers 2022

Asia Business Law Journal reveals the top 100 lawyers practising in Vietnam

The hit list

Our survey gauges the opinions of in-house counsel on their pet peeves with law firms

High five

Heads of five major IP offices share their strategies to spur innovation while fostering collaboration

Taiwan’s solar-powered fishery project

By Billy MC Chen and Lillian Chen, K&L Gates

Arbitration aspirations

Mariel Dimsey tells us about her new role and plans to enhance the city’s reputation as a leading dispute resolution hub

Time for a rethink?

Lawyers across Asia are changing their career paths

Cayman Islands BOR back in spotlight

By Anthony McKenzie, Rebecca Lee, Cheow Eng How, and Toh Wei Xun, Carey Olsen

Japan Law Firm Awards 2022

Asia Business Law Journal names the top firms in Japan

Anti-bribery laws, industry codes in Japan’s healthcare sector

By Kengo Nishigaki, Andrew Trost Griffin, and Yuji Yamamoto, GI&T Law Office in Tokyo

Damage controls

Korea takes hard look at creating safe space for cryptocurrency

Settling cross-border commercial disputes in Singapore

By Una Khng, Helmsman in Singapore

Korea’s top 100 lawyers 2022 

Following an extensive nomination process, Asia Business Law Journal unveils the top performers of South Korea’s legal profession

Keymasters

Fair & square

In-house lawyers can provide valuable guidance in compliance matters if brought in at the right time

Tests for apparent bias in international arbitration

By R Govin and Ang Yong Tong, Gurbani & Co
When doubt arises over an arbitrator’s impartiality, case law provides options to assess the appearance of bias, but some ambiguity may remain

Against the clock

The interim chair of the Philippine Competition Commission shares key priorities

Jersey an attractive option for Asia’s crypto fund managers

By Chris Griffin and Tom Katsaros, Carey Olsen
Tax benefits have been known to draw digital asset managers in Singapore to structure their funds in Jersey, and the latest developments offer even greater advantages

Malaysia’s top 100 lawyers 2022

Asia Business Law Journal reveals the country’s top 100 lawyers

AI step-through

Step-by-step artificial intelligence strategies for business transformation

Incentivisation of green technologies in India

By Manisha Singh and Pradeep Kumar Kamal, LexOrbis
The global climate pledge has fuelled the country’s ambition to adopt environmentally friendly technology, and everyone is invited to join

Riding out the storm

How can businesses mitigate the damage from global economic headwinds?

ESOP fables

Separating fact from myth about granting share deals to keep talent

Overview of entry strategies for India market

By Ravi Singhania, Dipak Rao, and Gunjan Gupta, Singhania & Partners

Debt restructuring in the BVI and Cayman Islands

By Han Wenhao, Harneys
Financial turmoil from the pandemic pushes global companies to restructure their debt cross-border, where advanced regimes in offshore jurisdictions provide viable options

Recent developments in Hong Kong’s arbitration landscapes

By Ng Jern-Fei QC, Danny Tang, and John CK Chan, Temple Chambers

Japan’s top 100 lawyers 2022

Following an extensive nomination process, Asia Business Law Journal unveils the top performers of Japan’s legal profession

Data Dojo

How Japan is keeping its data protection regime sharp

Maintaining momentum

What will the new government in Philippines mean for businesses?

Bermuda perspectives on global tax initiatives

By Ashley Fife, Carey Olsen

Monkey business

The scandal that rocked the top branch of India's NSE

In her words

Women lawyers share their passion for the profession

Indonesia’s top 100 lawyers 2022

Following an extensive nomination process, Asia Business Law Journal unveils its top performers of the country’s legal profession

Pressing need for regulating cryptocurrencies

By Abhishek Malhotra and Bagmisikha Puhan, TMT Law Practice

Metaverse opens quagmire of Indian IP issues

By Manisha Singh, Dheeraj Kapoor, and Simrat Kaur, LexOrbis

Sri Lanka’s top lawyers

Following an extensive nomination process, Asia Business Law Journal unveils its top performers of the country’s legal profession

Taxation era for Indonesia’s digital financial world

By Freddy Karyadi and Anastasia Irawati

IP protection in Germany for Japanese companies

By Peter Reckenthäler and Gottfried Schüll, Cohausz & Florack

Japan outbound investment back on track

By Masako Takahata, Japan In-house Lawyers Association (JILA)

Legal updates for Japanese investors in the Philippines

By Nilo Divina, Ciselie Marie Gamo-Sisayan, and Shiela Esquivel, DivinaLaw

Duties of a company’s ‘responsible person’ in Taiwan

By Lee Li-pu, Chen Chiu-Hua, and Pan Yi-Chun, Formosan Brothers

Investment strategies in Vietnam for foreign businesses

By Anh Dang, Vietnam International Law Firm (VILAF)

Practice and developments for investing in Taiwan

By Alex Jih-Ching Yeh and Mark J Harty, LCS & Partners

IP protection in India for Japanese businesses

By Joginder Singh and Rajeev Kumar, LexOrbis

Strategies for foreign companies investing in Bangladesh

By ABM Nasirud Doulah and Amina Khatoon, Doulah & Doulah in Dhaka

Guide for Japanese investment in Thailand

By Nuanporn Wechsuwanarux, Susumu Hanawa, and Kornkitti Sivamoke, Chandler MHM

Recent IP protection measures in Brazil

By Rana Gosain, Daniel Law

New era of labour dispute cases in Taiwan

By Samrong Hwang, Albert Kao and Pang-Heng Hung, Formosa Transnational

Strategic investment in India for Japanese investors

By Rishabh Shroff, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas

Arbitration issues for foreign investors in Bangladesh

By Sameer Sattar, Sattar&Co

Compliance challenges for foreign investment in the US

By Jeffrey L Kessler, Eva W Cole and Heather P Lamberg, Winston Strawn

New horizons

By George W Russell
As Asia-Pacific companies increasingly look abroad for fresh opportunities, law firms are expanding their footprints in response.

A comparison of digital banking regulations

As technology revolutionises the banking sector, brick-and-mortar retail is increasingly becoming obsolete as regulators jump to set new standards for inclusive finance

Offshore solutions in BVI

Corporate flexibility and ease of navigation can explain the increasing popularity of the British Virgin Islands among Asian fund managers, virtual asset businesses and special purpose acquisition companies

Hastening technology for Philippine smart cities

By Aris L. Gulapa, Charmaine Rose K. Haw-Lim, and Maria Isabelle J. Poblete, Gulapa Law
An ICT innovation that has gained traction across local government units and government agencies is the development of “smart cities”

Taxation, legality of cryptocurrency in India

By Abhishek Malhotra and Bagmisikha Puhan, TMT Law Practice
The Finance Bill, 2022 (as tabled during the Union Budget discussion of 2022-2023) marked a watershed moment in India’s journey towards regulating cryptocurrencies and fostering digital innovation and growth in the country.

Taiwan’s top 100 lawyers 2022

Following an extensive nominations process, Asia Business Law Journal reveals the A-List of Taiwan's legal profession

Outside the box

Movement in the West towards greater diversity and inclusion is now reverberating in Asia via work directed to law firms that embrace these values. But just how proactive are our legal communities here?

Diversity and inclusion in Indian law firms

By Aprajita Nigam and Manisha Singh, LexOrbis
Mere cohabitation of a diverse population is not enough. What is required is cohabitation with equal opportunities

The future of digital asset taxes in Thailand

By Palawi Bunnag, Laeard Ketwat and Pipat Pipatpajong, ILCT
Digital assets have become rapidly popular among Thai investors in the past few years

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