Shin Ushijima, partner at Japanese law firm Ushijima & Partners and one of ALB’s top 15 North Asia litigators this year, emphasizes the importance of client success to the firm's success, highlighting a growing trend in Japan of increased foreign investment and shareholder activism.
ALB speaks with Siew Ling Yap, director at Avant Law in Singapore. The firm is ranked as one of the best firms for deal work in Asia in 2024. Avant Law has transformed its corporate practice and is now a leading legal advisor in the capital markets space.
With the global surge in AI and cloud computing, Thailand is swiftly positioning itself as a significant hub for data centers, attracting both local and international tech companies keen to capitalize on its favorable business environment. This growth is fueled by rising demand for cloud-based applications, rapid digitalisation across various industries, and the growing need for data storage. Government initiatives like the Thailand 4.0 policy further support these developments. The country’s advanced infrastructure and appealing incentives also contribute to such market’s growth, with 5G technology expansion expected to further boost demand.
In June 2024, Singapore faced a significant environmental crisis when over 400 tonnes of oil leaked into Singapore waters when a Netherlands-flagged dredger, Vox Maxima, collided with a stationary Singapore-flagged cargo tanker, Marine Honour, in Singapore waters. This Q&A with Managing Partner of PDLegal LLC, Peter Doraisamy, explores the implications of the oil spill from Singapore’s legal framework.
ALB speaks with Matthew Teo, director of employment at Helmsman, about the challenges, critical determinants of successful restructuring versus insolvency, comparison of Singapore's restructuring and insolvency laws with international standards, and advice for companies facing financial difficulties or contemplating restructuring in the maritime industry.
Dual-use items are subjected to provisions of export control in order to prevent proliferation of weapons of mass destruction , in accordance with Foreign Trade Policy 2023 (“FTP”) and Handbook of Procedures (“HBP”) . “Dual-Use Items” are defined as goods, including software and technologies, which have potential to be used in both civilian / industrial applications as well as use in weapons of mass destruction.
Atty. Benedicta Du-Baladad, founding partner and CEO of Du-Baladad and Associates (BDB Law), speaks about efficient time management, mentorship, building a professional network, and her expertise in social development policies.
Blossom Hing, a director at Drew & Napier, speaks about a memorable case where she was lead counsel, learned about resilience, and dealt with a dramatic witness fainting, and a client who started a successful company in his 70s.
Ms. Nguyen Truc Hien, a partner at VILAF, speaks about balancing a legal career and personal life, and emphasizes the importance of mentorship for young women in the legal profession in Asia.
A conversation with Il Yeon Kim, one of 2024 ALB Top 15 North Asia Litigators
Il Yeon Kim, a partner at Bae, Kim & Lee, discusses his recognition as one of the 2024 ALB Asia Top 15 Litigators.
Shin Ushijima, One of 2024 ALB Top 15 North Asia Litigators, Shares His Thoughts
Shin Ushijima, partner at Japanese law firm Ushijima & Partners and one of ALB’s top 15 North Asia litigators this year, emphasizes the importance of client success to the firm's success, highlighting a growing trend in Japan of increased foreign investment and shareholder activism.
M&A PROFILE: Avant Law
ALB speaks with Siew Ling Yap, director at Avant Law in Singapore. The firm is ranked as one of the best firms for deal work in Asia in 2024. Avant Law has transformed its corporate practice and is now a leading legal advisor in the capital markets space.
Data Centers in Thailand
With the global surge in AI and cloud computing, Thailand is swiftly positioning itself as a significant hub for data centers, attracting both local and international tech companies keen to capitalize on its favorable business environment. This growth is fueled by rising demand for cloud-based applications, rapid digitalisation across various industries, and the growing need for data storage. Government initiatives like the Thailand 4.0 policy further support these developments. The country’s advanced infrastructure and appealing incentives also contribute to such market’s growth, with 5G technology expansion expected to further boost demand.
Key maritime law issues arising from major oil spill in Singapore
In June 2024, Singapore faced a significant environmental crisis when over 400 tonnes of oil leaked into Singapore waters when a Netherlands-flagged dredger, Vox Maxima, collided with a stationary Singapore-flagged cargo tanker, Marine Honour, in Singapore waters. This Q&A with Managing Partner of PDLegal LLC, Peter Doraisamy, explores the implications of the oil spill from Singapore’s legal framework.
Restructuring in the maritime sector: A Singapore perspective
ALB speaks with Matthew Teo, director of employment at Helmsman, about the challenges, critical determinants of successful restructuring versus insolvency, comparison of Singapore's restructuring and insolvency laws with international standards, and advice for companies facing financial difficulties or contemplating restructuring in the maritime industry.
WHAT’S THE CATCH WITH ‘CATCH-ALL CONTROLS’?
Dual-use items are subjected to provisions of export control in order to prevent proliferation of weapons of mass destruction , in accordance with Foreign Trade Policy 2023 (“FTP”) and Handbook of Procedures (“HBP”) . “Dual-Use Items” are defined as goods, including software and technologies, which have potential to be used in both civilian / industrial applications as well as use in weapons of mass destruction.
A conversation with Atty. Benedicta Du-Baladad, one of ALB Top 15 Female Lawyers 2024
Atty. Benedicta Du-Baladad, founding partner and CEO of Du-Baladad and Associates (BDB Law), speaks about efficient time management, mentorship, building a professional network, and her expertise in social development policies.
A conversation with Blossom Hing, one of ALB Top 15 Female Lawyers 2024
Blossom Hing, a director at Drew & Napier, speaks about a memorable case where she was lead counsel, learned about resilience, and dealt with a dramatic witness fainting, and a client who started a successful company in his 70s.
A conversation with Ms. Nguyen Truc Hien, one of ALB Top 15 Female Lawyers 2024
Ms. Nguyen Truc Hien, a partner at VILAF, speaks about balancing a legal career and personal life, and emphasizes the importance of mentorship for young women in the legal profession in Asia.