England
Shoosmiths’ specialist Digital Infrastructure team has advised Equitix, one of Europe’s leading infrastructure investors, on its £84 million commitment into fibre ‘altnet’ Freedom Fibre.Equitix, a leading global investor, developer, and long-term fund manager of core infrastructure assets, has made an initial £84m funding commitment into Freedom Fibre
Malta
Dr Michael Psaila and Dr Christine Calleja participated in the International Fraud Group’s bi-annual meeting, which was held in London on the 11th and 12th May 2022. The IFG was established in 1997 by London firm Mischon de Reya with the aim of bringing together law firms that work in fraud investigation and asset recovery and now boasts members from over 50 countries
Poland
In the newest episode of News from Poland – Business & Law, dr Jakub Baranowski from Wardyński & Partners’ Real Estate practice discusses the major changes in Polish real estate law in 2022 with entry into force of the New Developers Act. It is designed to provide consumers with greater security in acquiring residential properties by greatly expanding the applicability of the statute, adding new security instruments, and modifying the procedure for removing defects
China
Recently, Asian Legal Business ("ALB") announced its 2022 ALB China Regional Ranking: South China Firms & Rising Lawyers. Han Kun partner Bing Xue, who is based in the firm's Shenzhen office, was honored in the rankings due to his standout practice. Mr. Xue's practice focuses on venture capital and private equity investment, mergers and acquisitions, onshore/offshore securities issuances and listings, foreign direct investment, tax planning, etc
England
The success of the levelling up strategy rests on fostering skilled local communities and workforces with high levels of educational attainment and entrepreneurialism. This, in turn, means that policymakers and industry must address the stark regional inequalities that have been brought to the fore during the pandemic
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce the arrival of Eric Setterlund as counsel in the firm’s Healthcare Practice Group and Cybersecurity and Privacy Practice Group in Nashville.
Mr. Setterlund previously served as the privacy and data counsel and the interim chief privacy officer for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that Nathan P. Viebrock has rejoined the firm’s Charlotte office as counsel in the Banking and Financial Services Practice Group.
Mr. Viebrock focuses his practice on counseling financial services clients on offering best-in-class consumer financial services that serve the interests of consumers and meet the expectations of regulators
China
On May 20, 2022, Asian Legal Business ("ALB") announced its 2022 ALB China IP Rankings. Han Kun's intellectual property practice was ranked in both "Patent" and "Copyright/Trademark" tables for the sixth consecutive year, owing to the firm's outstanding performance and client satisfaction
China
Han Kun has advised and acted as the PRC counsel to NIO Inc. in connection with its listing by way of introduction on the Main Board of the Singapore Exchange Limited. NIO Inc. is a pioneer and leading company in the premium smart electric vehicle market
Bermuda
The all-cash transaction, which was first announced in December last year, values Mimecast at US$5.8 billion and was effected by way of a Jersey law governed court sanctioned scheme of arrangement.Working alongside lead counsel Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP, the Carey Olsen team advising Permira funds on all Jersey-related corporate, financing and regulatory aspects of the acquisition was led by corporate partner Guy Coltman
Bermuda
The awards recognise and reward excellence among fund managers and service providers in the digital assets space across more than 30 categories. Carey Olsen has been named as a finalist in two service provider categories, with nominated firms having been identified following a survey of more than 100 fund managers and other key industry players
Bermuda
Founded in Brazil in 2019, Tractian has developed streamlined hardware-software solutions designed to give maintenance technicians and decision makers comprehensive oversight of their operations with the aid of sophisticated monitoring and analytics
Bermuda
The Chapter 11 Plan and the CBCA Plan (together, the Plans) of Stoneway and its affiliated debtors-in-possession went effective on 17 May 2022.As part of the Plans, Stoneway implemented the sale and restructuring transactions pursuant to which SCC Power Plc and related entities acquired the business enterprise of Stoneway, consisting of four Argentinian power generation facilities and related equipment and contracts
Bermuda
The awards look to celebrate the achievements of firms and individuals over the past 12 months by recognising outstanding work, impressive strategic growth and excellence in client service. Finalists have been selected following in-depth research conducted by a team of over 200 Chambers and Partners researchers
China
On May 17, Legalband released its 2022 rankings of the top PRC law firms and lawyers. Han Kun has 15 practice areas/industries and 16 lawyers ranked or recommended in the 2022 edition, and the firm is ranked "Band 1" in eight practice areas or industries
California, USA
18 May, 2022. Buchalter is pleased to announce its Portland office has relocated to occupy the 15th floor in Fox Tower in downtown Portland. With fifty-five attorneys and support staff, Buchalter moved into 17,000 square feet of the downtown Portland skyscraper on May 17.
“We are thrilled to settle in to the iconic Fox Tower in the heart of Downtown Portland,” said Adam Bass, President and Chief Executive Officer of Buchalter
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that the firm’s Nashville office has been named a recipient of the 2022 Gold Diversity Recognition Award by the Nashville Bar Association’s (NBA) Diversity Committee.
Bradley was presented with the award at the 2022 NBA Law Day Lunch on May 6
England
Law firm Shoosmiths has boosted its employment team with the appointment of Robert Forsyth as a partner in London.With more than a decade of experience at DLA Piper, Robert (pictured left) advises clients on both the employment and employment tribunal litigation aspects of major national and international deals and projects
Bermuda
The awards showcase the leading law firms, lawyers and in-house teams and recognise their work on the most legally innovative and ground-breaking cross-border deals over the past year.Carey Olsen was recognised alongside onshore firms White & Case and Clifford Chance for its advice to Hambro Perks Acquisition Company (HPAC) on its admission to listing on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange (LSE)
Bermuda
To compile this year's list, the highly-repected legal publication conducted thorough research with the clients of offshore law firms in order to identify the 15 outstanding offshore lawyers operating in the Asia market. Those named were selected for their stellar client recommendations, unparalleled service and consistency in exceeding client expectations
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that the firm is a proud Patron Sponsor of The World Games 2022, which will be held across Birmingham from July 7-17.
The World Games is an 11-day international, multi-sport event organized with the support of the International Olympic Committee. An anticipated 3,600 elite athletes from over 100 countries will compete in more than 30 of the fastest growing sports in the world
Alabama, USA
Bradley partner Stephen Parsley was quoted in Life Annuity Specialist on conflicting state bills that are forcing companies to take a stand or risk losing business.
An irreconcilable patchwork of laws might effectively force insurers and other financial institutions to write off certain states and prospective customers for their services, including asset management
China
Legalband recently announced Han Kun as a winner of its 2022 China Employer of Choice Awards. Reasons for selection and media remarks: Han Kun has a profound tradition of mentorship, and its belief in shared growth is embodied in various aspects, from the partner distribution mechanism, business arrangements and cooperation, to the sharing of experience and knowledge
Bermuda
Jambo's app concept combines education, collective access to play-to-earn games for lower barriers of entry and access to a curated network of Web3 applications.The Series A was led by crypto-focused venture firm Paradigm with its first ever investment in Africa
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that Jennifer Morrison Ersin has been named a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), making her the only Fellow based in Mississippi.
Fellowship in the CIArb is the highest level of membership. Fellows must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in arbitration and first-hand involvement in settlement agreements