Press Releases

Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen (NNDKP) celebrates 35 years of activity, an important milestone in the firm's history, which is recognized today as a promoter of business law in Romania and a leader in the legal consultancy services market.The beginnings of NNDKP date back to 1990, when Ion and Manuela Nestor founded a legal consulting firm focused on the business sector ...

Han Kun Hong Kong Law Offices LLP ("Han Kun Hong Kong") has provided English law and Hong Kong law legal services in connection with Ganzhou Development Investment Holding Group Co., Ltd.'s ("Ganzhou Development Group") U.S.$300 million Sustainable Bonds offshore offering as Issuer's international counsel.The coupon rate of this offshore offering of U.S.$300 million sustainable bonds by Ganzhou Development Group is 5 ...

On March 24, 2025, Asian Legal Business ("ALB"), a world-leading legal directory owned by Thomson Reuters, unveiled its 2025 ALB China Top 15 Insolvency & Restructuring Lawyers.  Han Kun partner Lei Zhu was named to the list, owing to his exceptional performance in the field.Mr. Zhu Specializes in commercial crisis resolution, debt restructuring, and bankruptcy restructuring and has extensive knowledge and expertise in the legal profession with over 10 years of experience ...

Shoosmiths has brought on Kate Dodsworth as a Partner in the National Employment Team (NET), enhancing the firm’s capability to service living and education sector clients on a national scale.Based in Shoosmiths’ Leeds office, Kate joins after almost two decades at Pinsent Masons - where she has been since her qualification ...

Asters advises the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in connection with its EUR 15 million loan to one of the leading Ukrainian pharmaceutical companies Yuria-Pharm.The loan will be used to finance the company's investment plans in Ukraine and Uzbekistan. In Ukraine, the company plans to certify its production with the European Union (EU) Good Manufacturing Practice standard, install solar panels and carry out critical IT upgrades ...

On March 20, 2025, Asian Legal Business ("ALB") formally announced its inaugural "2025 ALB China Regulatory Compliance Rankings".  Han Kun was recognized in the rankings thanks to its exceptional performance and favorable client feedback in Regulatory Compliance.As global dynamics evolve rapidly, corporate compliance challenges have expanded beyond traditional areas such as anti-bribery and anti-monopoly to encompass diverse fields such as data compliance, ESG, and export controls ...

On March 18, 2025, renowned legal directory Legalband, announced the shortlist for its "2025 China Law Awards" ...

Han Kun has acted as PRC counsel for the issuer in connection with Baidu, Inc.'s (NASDAQ: BIDU; HKEX: 9888) offering of RMB 10 billion in offshore bonds and USD 2 billion in exchangeable bonds.Baidu is a leading artificial intelligence company with a strong foundation in the Internet ...

On March 7, 2025, Vista Energy Argentina S.A.U. successfully issued its Class XXVIII simple, non-convertible notes, denominated and subscribed in cash in U.S. dollars abroad ...

Shoosmiths announces that invitations are open as of 17 March 2025 for the next round of the Shoosmiths Foundation funding. Applications for projects in the UK that advance access to justice have the opportunity to receive grants from the Foundation worth between £25,000 and £50,000 going towards the successful applicants ...

On March 14, 2025 the annual Pravo.ru Conference was held. The key topic was “Legal challenges and opportunities in the age of post-sanctions and counter-sanctions”. Law firm ALRUD was represented at the Conference by Boris Pribylov, Senior Associate in ALRUD Crisis Management, Economic Sanctions and Compliance practice. Boris told in detail about current challenges and opportunities for Russian companies considering entry into the Chinese and Middle East’s markets ...

On March 14, 2025 the annual Pravo.ru Conference was held. The key topic was “Legal challenges and opportunities in the age of post-sanctions and counter-sanctions”. Law firm ALRUD was represented at the Conference by Boris Pribylov, Senior Associate in ALRUD Crisis Management, Economic Sanctions and Compliance practice. Boris told in detail about current challenges and opportunities for Russian companies considering entry into the Chinese and Middle East’s markets ...

On March 14, 2025, the winners of the Chambers Greater China Region (PRC Firms) Awards 2025 were announced during a ceremony held in Shanghai.  Han Kun won one of the most prestigious awards, "China (PRC Firms) Corporate & Finance Law Firm of the Year".  This is the second consecutive year Han Kun has been honored since winning the award in 2024.  Han Kun lawyers Mr. Kelvin Gao, Mr. Vincent Song, and Mr ...

Beccar Varela advised IDB Invest on a corporate finance transaction amounting up to USD 14,200,000 granted to the Brazilian and Chilean subsidiaries of Promedon Group, Promedon Do Brasil Produtos Médico-Hospitalares Ltda. and Productos Médicos Promedon Chile S.A., as co-borrowers.The financing had a corporate guarantee from its parent company in Spain, Promedon Life Sciences Holdings S.A., as well as real estate and corporate guarantees from its subsidiary in Argentina, Promedon S ...

Beccar Varela advised Quintana Group on the acquisition of 100% of YPF S.A.'s ownership interest in the area known as “Fernández Oro”, located in the Province of Río Negro, Argentina.The area, situated in the heart of Alto Valle in the rural region of Allen, is strategically important for the supply of natural gas in the region and the country ...

On March 12, 2025, the Russian legal rating Pravo-300 released its annual individual ratings, in which 43 of ALRUD’s experts were endorsed in 32 categories. Pravo-300’s methodology involves an analysis of law firms' questionnaires for the period from September 2023 to September 2024. The special achievements of the lawyers, the professional awards they have received, as well as projects highly rated in the agency’s main rating for each area of practice and industry were all taken into account ...

Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen (NNDKP) promotes 11 lawyers and 1 tax consultant in 2025, bolstering five key practice areas within the firm. 7 lawyers are promoted to senior managing associate positions, 2 lawyers are promoted to managing associate roles, and 2 other lawyers are named senior associates. Furthermore, one tax consultant is promoted to Senior Tax Manager and other 9 lawyers take a step forward in their careers ...

On February 25, 2025, Club Atlético River Plate Asociación Civil carried out its first issuance of negotiable obligations under the special framework for social impact issuances, becoming the first football club in Argentina to issue corporate debt in the capital markets.The Series I Notes, maturing on February 27, 2027, were issued for a nominal amount of AR$12,000,000,000 and accrue interest at a variable rate equivalent to the TAMAR Rate plus a 3.89% margin ...

SyCipLaw, in partnership with the National Filipino American Lawyers Association (NFALA), hosted its first legal symposium focusing on property purchases, succession, and immigration. The event took place at the SyCipLaw Center in Makati City as part of the Firm’s 80th anniversary celebration ...

On February 28, 2025, PSA Finance Argentina Compañía Financiera S.A. issued three series of notes for a total amount of AR$30 billion distributed as follows: (i) Series 31, denominated in UVAs, subscribed and payable in Pesos, at a fixed interest rate of 8.00% with maturity in February 28, 2027, for a nominal value of 2,590,901 UVAs; (ii) Series 32, denominated and payable in Pesos, accruing interest at a variable rate equivalent to the TAMAR rate plus a 3 ...

On February 28, 2025, Petróleos Sudamericanos S.A. issued its class II notes, simple, non-convertible into shares, unsecured, denominated, subscribed, and payable in U.S. dollars in Argentina (Dólar MEP), for a total nominal value of US$9,158,045. The Notes accrue interest at a fixed nominal annual rate of 8.75%, payable semiannually. The total principal amount of the Notes will be repaid upon maturity on August 28, 2027.The Notes were rated “A- ...

Karanovic & Partners is proud to announce the new promotions to Partners. Milica FilipovićWith 14 years with our team, Milica has consistently showcased dedication, expertise, and leadership. Her in-depth knowledge of commercial and healthcare law, combined with her business and client-focused approach, has significantly strengthened our practice ...

On March 7, 2025, renowned legal directory LEGALBAND announced its "2025 China Top 15 Female Lawyers".  The ranking spotlights 15 exceptional female lawyers in mainland China.  Han Kun partner Ms. Lu Ran was named to the list.Reasons for selection: Ms. Ran is highly regarded for her expertise in investment fund legal services, particularly in the establishment, management, and operation of private equity funds ...

The rise and growth of decentralised digital governance structures – ushering in a new era of finance An original version of this article was first published by The Royal Gazette, February 2025. Introduction Many jurisdictions have introduced or are in the process of introducing formal structures for the regulation and governance of decentralised autonomous organisations ("DAOs") ...

The interplay between insolvency and arbitration proceedings: an insight into developments across jurisdictions An original version of this article was first published by INSOL International, February 2025. British Virgin Islands (BVI) Chapter authored by Carey Olsen Singapore partner James Noble, counsel Amelia Tan and senior associate Yan Chng ...