Press Releases

HEUKING advised Deutsche WertpapierService Bank AG (dwpbank), a leading provider of securities services in Germany, in a BaFin notification procedure to extend its licensed services to include crypto-asset services. With the wpNex platform, dwpbank has been offering its client institutions a productive solution for trading digital assets since summer 2024 ...

Han Kun Law Offices LLP ("Han Kun Hong Kong") has advised TH International Limited (Nasdaq: THCH, the "Company"), the exclusive master franchisee of Tim Hortons restaurants in China, as its U.S. and Hong Kong counsel for the issuance of US$89.9 million floating rate convertible senior secured notes due 2029 (the "Notes"). The Notes contain standard "high-yield" style covenants ...

SyCipLaw recently conducted a legal seminar and legal aid clinic for the benefit of indigent residents of Pasig City, in partnership with the Office of Pasig City Representative Roman T. Romulo. The initiative forms part of the Unified Legal Aid Service (ULAS) program of the Philippine Supreme Court, which mandates covered lawyers to provide legal assistance to underprivileged and indigent individuals ...

Huntington, W.Va. — Spilman Thomas & Battle (Spilman) announced that David D. Amsbary, partner in the law firm’s Huntington office, was appointed by West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey to serve as Judge on the Sixth Judicial Circuit in Cabell County. The appointment follows the retirement of Judge Paul T. Farrell in October. “I am honored by the trust placed in me to serve the people of Cabell County on the Sixth Judicial Circuit,” Amsbary said ...

Winston-Salem, N.C. — Spilman Thomas & Battle (Spilman) announced that partner Steven C. Hemric was named to the Triad Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” list. “40 Under 40” honorees are chosen through an independent editorial review, with selections based entirely on their merits, achievements, and contributions to their organizations and local community ...

Han Kun Law Offices LLP ("Han Kun Hong Kong"), acted as Hong Kong legal advisor to the sole sponsor ABCI Capital Limited, in connection with the Hong Kong initial public offering and Regulation S offering of H shares of Shanghai Able Digital Science & Tech Co., Ltd. ("Able Digital" , Stock Code: 2687) . The H shares of Able Digital are listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange ...

Why your crypto wealth may never make it to the next generation By: Cheryl Winokur Munk “It’s very common for people not to update their estate planning documents for 10, 20 years or sometimes longer. If that’s the case, you’re behind,” said Patrick D. Owens, shareholder at Buchalter and a member of the law firm’s tax, benefits and estate planning practice group ...

On December 5, 2025, Asian Legal Business (ALB) announced the winners of its ALB China Regional Law Awards 2024: South China & Central China at an awards ceremony held in Shenzhen.  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 ...

On December 4, 2025, the "3rd China Overseas Fund Summit Forum & Intelligence Future Fund Awards Presentation Ceremony", co-hosted by Zhitong Caijing and www.inbfund.com, was grandly held in Shenzhen.  Han Kun Law Offices received the "2025 Intelligence Outstanding Fund Law Firm Award" for its outstanding professional expertise and strong industry reputation.  Ms. Yu (Joanna) Wang from Han Kun attended the forum and accepted the award on behalf of the firm ...

On December 3, 2025, renowned legal directory, Legal Hall of Fame, announced its "Dispute Resolution Lawyer of the Year (Arbitration) in 2025", which focuses on selecting veteran senior partners who are still active at the forefront of business and strategic decision-making while also striving to discover those high-performing and fast-growing industry pillars.  Han Kun's Mr ...

On December 4, a ceremony was held to award the leaders of the Pravo-300 rating, the largest study of the Russian legal market. This year, the law firm ALRUD took part in the Pravo-300 study for the third time already. The team strengthened its presence and took leading positions in 36 areas of the federal rating ...

Roanoke, Va. — Spilman Thomas & Battle (Spilman) announced that Jinsu Sohn recently was hired as an associate attorney. Sohn previously served the firm as a paralegal. “Jinsu has already demonstrated exceptional dedication, skill, and professionalism in his time with us as a paralegal,” said Lori D. Thompson, Member in Charge of Spilman’s Roanoke office ...

On December 4, 2025, Chambers and Partners, the world's foremost legal directory, released its Chambers FinTech Guide 2026, which identifies the leading payments, blockchain, cyber security, and data protection specialists in over 40 jurisdictions.  Han Kun has again been ranked as a Band 1 PRC Firm for fintech-related legal services, marking the eighth consecutive year for the firm to receive the honor.  Han Kun lawyer Mr. Wei Quan and Mr. Xun Li have been highly recommended ...

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – December 4, 2025 – Greenspoon Marder is pleased to announce that Land Use & Zoning chair Dennis Mele and partner Elizabeth Somerstein have successfully secured site plan and design approval for Phase Two of the redevelopment of Oakwood Plaza. This project marks a significant milestone in the ongoing transformation of the area. The approved development features a 280-unit, 8-story multi-family project located off 26th Avenue in Oakwood Plaza ...

Bradley attorney Mark Pendleton was quoted in Bloomberg Law about the risks companies face during mergers and acquisitions under the current U.S. government’s immigration-enforcement stance. Pendleton underscores how unusual and far-reaching current enforcement efforts have become, noting they are significant enough to reshape how businesses approach deals. “I don’t think we’ve seen immigration enforcement in the last 60 years look like it does now,” he said ...

Bradley attorney Jonathan Wohlwend was quoted in Alabama Daily News discussing a proposed NIL bill, the Student Compensation and Opportunity through Rights and Endorsements (SCORE) Act. The bill, which was pulled from the U.S. House floor hours before a set vote, was backed by the NCAA and college sports conferences and would have given college sports organizations a limited antitrust exemption ...

SyCipLaw was named Philippine Law Firm of the Year at the asialaw Awards 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, marking the fourth time the Firm has received the award (it was also cited in 2020, 2022, and 2023). Partner Arlene M. Maneja accepted the award on behalf of the Firm. She was also shortlisted in three categories: Corporate and M&A Lawyer of the Year, Energy Lawyer of the Year, and Philippine Female Lawyer of the Year.The Coca-Cola Philippines US$1 ...

SyCipLaw, in collaboration with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) and Subic Bay Workforce Foundation, recently held its Kapihan sa SyCipLaw: Updates on Taxation and Employment and Immigration Laws at The Aurora Subic Hotel, Subic Bay Freeport, Olongapo City. The event brought together business owners, in-house counsel, legal and HR professionals, compliance officers, and senior executives involved in regulatory compliance and business operations from SBMA and Manila ...

Hollywood, Fla. – December 3, 2025 – Greenspoon Marder is pleased to announce that Land Use & Zoning partner Elizabeth Somerstein has successfully secured approval for Paramount Place, a 96-unit senior affordable housing development located off Dixie Highway in Hollywood, Fla. This project consists of 100% affordable housing units designated for individuals aged sixty-two and older ...

Denver, CO – December 3, 2025 – Greenspoon Marder secured a significant taxpayer victory before the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA), successfully defeating an attempted cannabis excise tax assessment against a federally compliant hemp brand ...

Bradley attorney Ladd Hirsch was featured in D Magazine for his inclusion in the 2025 D Best Hall of Fame, which honors lawyers, doctors, and dentists who have been named among the best in their fields by their peers for at least 15 years. Hirsch is known for his strategic approach to high-stakes business disputes, particularly partnership and governance conflicts ...

Weighing whether to divorce in 2026? Taking these steps now may lessen some money stress CNN By: Jeanne Sahadi “1. Learn about your state’s divorce laws “Every state is different in terms of how they deal with separation and divorce,” said Lina Guillen, a divorce attorney who wrote the book Divorce and Money for NOLO, a publisher of plain-English legal information. They may differ, for instance, in what defines grounds for divorce and what defines separation ...

Effective January 1, 2026, HEUKING will admit six lawyers from its own ranks to Equity Partnership. In addition, the firm will appoint two Senior Counsel, four Salaried Partners and four Counsel. “We are very pleased that 16 colleagues are once again taking an important career step with us. The number of appointments, their distribution across different practice areas and offices, and the diversity of the group illustrate the enormous potential of our younger colleagues ...

Han Kun acted as legal counsel to Sirio Group (300791.SZ) in connection with its strategic investment in M-Action, a professional sports nutrition brand under Mengniu Group.  Han Kun provided comprehensive legal services throughout the transaction, including conducting legal due diligence, drafting and negotiating investment-related legal documents, and assisting with closing.  Hillhouse and Mengniu Ventures co-invested in the round ...

Roanoke, Va. — Spilman Thomas & Battle (Spilman) announced that two of its partners, Lori D. Thompson and Robert A. Ziogas, have been selected to the 26th edition of ­Virginia Business magazine’s “Legal Elite” list. Virginia Business magazine’s “Legal Elite” list is an annual peer-driven compilation of top-performing attorneys licensed in Virginia, across multiple practice areas ...