Lucien Wong leaves Allen & Gledhill to become Singapore AG
November 30, 2016
Singapore has appointed Allen & Gledhill’s Lucien Wong, one of the city-state’s most prominent private practice lawyers, as attorney-general. …
Lucien Wong leaves Allen & Gledhill to become Singapore AG
November 30, 2016
Singapore has appointed Allen & Gledhill’s Lucien Wong, one of the city-state’s most prominent private practice lawyers, as attorney-general. …
Hughes-Castell celebrates 30th anniversary with eyes on the future
November 30, 2016
Last month, Hughes-Castell celebrated 30 years in the legal recruitment business with friends and long-term clients with a party at the China Club in Hong Kong….
The UAE Competition Law Clarified
November 30, 2016
Two Cabinet Decisions have been issued which provide guidance on the implementation of the Competition Law, particularly on market share thresholds and on small and medium establishments.
Potential Criminal Liability for Arbitrators and Experts in the UAE
November 30, 2016
The UAE Penal Code was amended to introduce the concept of criminal liability for arbitrators, experts, and translators who issue dishonest and partial decisions and opinions.
New Federal Consumer Protection Regime for Bank Customers
November 30, 2016
Canada: The government has introduced a bill which proposes to create a comprehensive federal consumer code and strengthen federal jurisdiction over provincial jurisdiction with respect to products and services of banks.
Canada: Alberta’s Renewable Electricity Program
November 30, 2016
Alberta released details of the Renewable Electricity Program to accelerate the development of renewable power generation through a competitive bid process.
The New UAE Bankruptcy Law
November 23, 2016
Perhaps the most important new feature of the new Law is the introduction of a regime that allows for protection and reorganization of distressed businesses …
BLP opens in Quarry Bay as law firms quit Central
November 16, 2016
Berwin Leighton Paisner recently became the first international law firm in Hong Kong to open an office in Quarry Bay, possibly marking the start of an exodus from Central….
Yoon & Yang opens Ho Chi Minh City office
November 16, 2016
Yoon & Yang is opening an office in Vietnam, in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s central business district. …
Yoon & Yang opens Ho Chi Minh City office
November 16, 2016
Yoon & Yang is opening an office in Vietnam, in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s central business district. …
10th Annual Representing Corporate Asia & Middle East Survey, including Firms of the Year, 2016
November 16, 2016
ASIAN-MENA COUNSEL is pleased to present the results of its 10th annual Representing Corporate Asia and Middle East Survey of members of our In-House Community of corporate legal and compliance counsel, and buyers of legal services along the New Silk Road. We are also pleased to reveal our In-House Community Firms of the Year. Voted for by those who know best in each jurisdiction, the nominated firms have been selected for the level and quality of service they provide to the top clients in the region.
10th Annual Representing Corporate Asia & Middle East Survey, including Firms of the Year, 2016
November 16, 2016
ASIAN-MENA COUNSEL is pleased to present the results of its 10th annual Representing Corporate Asia and Middle East Survey of members of our In-House Community of corporate legal and compliance counsel, and buyers of legal services along the New Silk Road. We are also pleased to reveal our In-House Community Firms of the Year. Voted for by those who know best in each jurisdiction, the nominated firms have been selected for the level and quality of service they provide to the top clients in the region.
Investigations in support of supply chain social compliance
November 11, 2016
Multinational corporations (MNCs) have in recent years been facing increasing pressure to ensure high standards of social compliance in their supply chains. In 2016 alone, media reports …
The “hidden monopoly” in regulatory compliance
November 11, 2016
Any behaviours that are to abuse administrative power to restrict or eliminate competition fall into the category of “administrative …
Brands – Role and liability of celebrity endorsers
November 11, 2016
The marketing and advertising industry has grown as an organised industry using innovative ideas that are designed to …