Poland
Igor Hanas, an adwokat and partner at Wardyński & Partners who advises energy sector clients, will talk about changes in law affecting electricity prices, building nuclear power stations, and also onshore and offshore wind farms. Konrad Grotowski, host of the programme, gives an update on the Polish labour market
Argentina
Buenos Aires, December 27th, 2022. On December 20th, 2022, Petróleos Sudamericanos S.A. carried out its first notes issuance in the local capital market by issuing Class I Notes, denominated in U.S. Dollars, payable in Argentine Pesos, for a total nominal amount of US$2,791,280. Class I Notes issuance was made under the company’s Global Program of up to US$ 35,000,000. Class I Notes, maturing on December 20th, 2024, will accrue interest at a nominal annual fixed rate of 2
China
On December 27, 2022, renowned legal directory LEGALBAND announced its "2022 Special Issue: China Top 15 Lawyers – Digital Economy". The ranking spotlights 15 highly recommended digital economy lawyers in mainland China. Han Kun partners Wei Quan, Da Shi, and Yan Xia were named to the list. Wei Quan Reasons for selection: Mr
China
Yan Xia Reasons for selection: During years of legal practice, Mr. Xia has made prominent achievements in advising numerous corporate clients in industries concerning the Internet, blockchain, artificial intelligence, metaverse, cloud computing, and gaming and entertainment, and has acted as the lead partner in serving domestic and overseas investment and financing deals in the digital economy. Mr
Panama
Morgan & Morgan Legal represented Banistmo, S.A., as arranger and underwriter in connection with the registration of corporate bonds of Lion Hill Capital 2, S.A. (the “Issuer”), for an aggregate amount of US$80,000,000 with the Superintendency of Capital Markets of Panama, in order for the Issuer to publicly offer the bonds in multiple series, knowingly, Senior Secured Bonds and Subordinated Bonds
Ukraine
Asters acted as a legal counsel to the Black Sea Trade and Development Bank in connection with its up to EUR 8 mln financing to LLC "Real Estate Development Centre" for the construction of a four-star hotel in Lviv, Ukraine. The loan will be used for the construction, equipping and commissioning of a 128-room hotel under the 'Novotel' brand, an international mid-range brand for business and leisure travellers
China
On December 23, 2022, Asian Legal Business (ALB) announced the winners for its ALB China Regional Law Awards 2022: South China & Central China at an award ceremony held in Guangzhou. Some of these awards are open to "local" law firms headquartered in the South China & Central China region, which spans Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, Henan, Hubei, and Hunan, and "non-local" law firms headquartered in other regions which have branches or offices there
China
Recently, FinanceAsia released the results of its 2022 Achievement Awards. The Han Kun-advised deal, "Cornerstone Investment in SenseTime (Ahead of Hong Kong IPO)", was awarded "Best Venture Capital/Private Equity Deal of The Year". The FinanceAsia Achievement Awards recognize excellence across Asia's financial markets and highlight the accomplishments of key players, including financial institutions, law firms, and accounting firms, that have shown dedication to their sector
Argentina
Buenos Aires, December 23rd, 2022. On December 7th, Agrofina S.A. issued Class XI Notes, simple, non-convertible into shares, denominated in U.S. Dollars, to be integrated and payable in Pesos, for a total nominal amount of US$ 12,567,727. The issuance was made under the company’s Global Program of up to US$ 80,000,000. Class XI Notes were issued for a nominal amount of US$12,567,727 and will mature on December 7th, 2025
Argentina
Buenos Aires, December 22nd, 2022. On December 19th, Eskabe S.A. issued its first Notes Issuance ("Series I Notes") under CNV’s PYME Garantizada Regime (SME Guaranteed Regime) for a total nominal amount of $350,000,000. Series I Notes, maturing on December 19th, 2024, will accrue interest at a floating rate equivalent to BADLAR private rate plus a cut-off margin of 1.49%
China
Han Kun has advised and acted as PRC counsel to the joint sponsors in connection with the listing of KANZHUN LIMITED ("BOSS ZHIPIN", Stock Code: 2076) by way of introduction on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited. BOSS ZHIPIN is the leading online recruitment platform in China and was the first in China to adopt the direct recruitment model for the online recruitment industry
China
On December 21, 2022, Asian Legal Business ("ALB"), the world's leading source of intelligent information for business and legal professionals owned by Thomson Reuters, announced the ALB Dealmakers of Asia 2022. Han Kun partner Charles Li was named to the list for the third consecutive time after receiving the honor in ALB's 2020 and 2021 rankings. The ranking spotlights outstanding lawyers who demonstrate comprehensive legal expertise, business acumen, and practical problem-solving skills
Alabama, USA
Bradley attorney Robert Maddox was quoted in The Mortgage Report on mortgage rates and the potential decrease of rates in 2023. Experts predict that rates will either decrease or remain the same as 2022 ranges.
If the Fed continues with its trend of smaller rate increases, “the market may have already factored in its peak, as rates are already beginning to move down,” Maddox explained
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that Stanley E. Blackmon has been named the 2023 president of the Birmingham Bar Association’s (BBA) Young Lawyers Section. Additionally, Carmen Weite has been appointed vice president of public service, and Riley McDaniel has been appointed as a member of the Executive Committee. All three attorneys will serve one-year terms in their new leadership roles
Chile
Enel sells Chilean transmission business for US$1.4 billion
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22 December 2022
Arteaga Gorziglia in Santiago has helped Chile’s Sociedad Transmisora Metropolitana (STM) acquire the local electricity transmission subsidiary of Italian energy giant Enel for US$1.4 billion.
Carey in Santiago advised the seller in the divestment of Enel Transmisión Chile.
STM carried out a public offer for its acquisition of a 99% equity stake in Enel Chile’s transmission business
Bermuda
Key methods to trace and recover digital assets under Bermuda law What are Digital Assets? The Official Bermuda Definition The definition of "digital asset" under Bermuda's Digital Asset Business Act 2018 ("DABA") is: "anything that exists in binary format and comes with the right to use it and includes a digital representation of value that – (a) is used as a medium of exchange, unit of account, or store of value and is not legal tender…
China
On December 20, 2022, ECARX Holdings, Inc. ("ECARX"), a global mobility tech company, completed its business combination with COVA Acquisition Corp., a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company ("SPAC"). The combined company retains the ECARX name and its shares and warrants have commenced trading on NASDAQ under the symbols "ECX" and "ECXWW", respectively, on December 21, 2022. Han Kun provided legal services to ECARX throughout the de-SPAC combination and listing process
Alabama, USA
Bradley attorney Casey Miller has been appointed president-elect of the Nashville Bar Association (NBA) Young Lawyers Division for 2023. Ms. Miller will serve as president in 2024.
Ms. Miller has been associated with the Young Lawyers Division as treasurer, professional development director for the Executive Board of Directors, and co-chair of the Carbolic Smoke Committee and Mock Trial Committee. Ms
Bermuda
The two promotions bring the total number of partners across the Carey Olsen group to 69. Carey Olsen group managing partner Alex Ohlsson said: "I would like to congratulate Huw and Helen on joining the partnership. Both bring a broad range of experience to our firm and fantastic technical skill which has enabled them to deliver a market leading service to our clients. I am proud that our firm is continuing to grow with these senior appointments spread across two of our global offices
Bermuda
The latest edition of the highly respected international legal directory has seen the firm's Hong Kong managing partner, Michael Padarin join Carey Olsen's Singapore managing partner, Anthony McKenzie in being ranked in the region for Asia Pacific offshore corporate and finance advice. James Noble and Jeremy Lightfoot are again listed in the rankings for dispute resolution
China
On December 15, 2022, Global Data Review ("GDR"), a renowned and trusted source of worldwide news and analysis on the use and trade of data, unveiled its GDR 100 2023 ranking. Han Kun was one of the two PRC firms named to the list, owing to the firm's stellar practice and expertise in data compliance. Global Data Review is one information source and community touchpoint, with coverage from across the areas of data protection, cybersecurity, IP, IT, and TMT
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that Kelsey Shofner has joined the firm’s Dallas office as a senior attorney in the Corporate & Securities Practice Group.
Ms. Shofner assists business clients with corporate transactions, including entity formation and corporate governance, contract negotiation, mergers and acquisitions and intellectual property protection
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that Meghan Dawson McElvy has joined the firm’s Houston office as a partner in the Construction Practice Group and Energy Practice Group.
“Meghan’s practice is concentrated on energy law, and we know her experience will add tremendous value to our team,” said Bradley Houston Office Managing Partner Robert Ford
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that Sarah B. Fandrey has joined the firm’s Dallas office as a partner in the Real Estate Practice Group.
“Sarah is an exceptional real estate attorney with a unique skill set of working with Real Estate Investment Trusts and other investors in the acquisition and development work of leisure and marina properties,” said Bradley Dallas Office Managing Partner Richard A. Sayles