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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 ...

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 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- ...

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 ...

Asters advises the International Finance Corporation (IFC) on the restructuring of USD 120 million loan to Nibulon, one of Ukraine's largest grain exporters and market operators. The new arrangements aim to allow the company to cope with the consequences of operational difficulties and disruption caused by the armed aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine ...

The court of cassation upheld the decision of the Sixth Administrative Court of Appeal of 15 November 2023, which overturned the unlawful first instance judgment granted to PrivatBank's former owner and terminated the proceedings in this case. By deciding so, the court of cassation definitively reaffirmed that PrivatBank cannot not be returned to its former owners.Asters successfully defended PrivatBank in this case, which was pending before courts of different levels since 2017 ...

Recently, the Shanghai International Arbitration Center (SHIAC) made a ruling on a new drug development license-in transaction dispute with significant industry benchmark value. Han Kun Law Offices successfully represented the licensee in defending against the licensor's request for contract termination, preserving our client's commercial interests ...

Asters is pleased to announce the promotion of Yuna Potomkina to Partner effective from 1 March 2025. After joining the firm in 2018, she took the lead over Alternative Dispute Resolution practice and later co-headed the new Public Advocacy & Law practice as it developed.She focuses on negotiation, mediation, settlement agreements, developing and implementing effective dispute resolution strategies ...

Han Kun has provided legal services in connection with iQIYI, Inc.'s ("iQIYI", Stock Code: NASDAQ: IQ) US$ 350 million convertible notes offering as PRC counsel for the joint bookrunners.iQIYI is a leading online entertainment video service provider in China ...

IFLR has recently revealed its shortlist for the IFLR Asia-Pacific Awards 2025 ...

SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan (SyCipLaw) marks its 80th anniversary in 2025. With eight decades of a robust and pioneering practice, SyCipLaw has become what its founder, Alexander SyCip, in a 1968 lecture on the role of law firms, had considered the goal of any serious legal partnership — to be an institutional law firm.In a message sent to staff at the start of the year, SyCipLaw Managing Partner Hector M. de Leon, Jr ...

Chambers and Partners have recognised AELEX as a Leading Firm for its outstanding legal expertise and cross-border capabilities across West Africa in its 2025 Global Rankings.With 22 rankings across three jurisdictions, 8 lawyers and 9 practice groups ranked, AELEX remains a leader in the African legal landscape ...

SyCipLaw maintained its Band 1 rankings in the Chambers Global 2025 guide for the following practice areas: Banking & Finance, Corporate/M&A, and Projects, Infrastructure & Energy. The Firm also retained its Spotlight ranking in Banking & Finance: Capital Markets.The following partners were also cited in this year’s guide:Hector M. de Leon, Jr., Eminent Practitioner in Projects, Infrastructure & EnergyRose Marie M. King-Dominguez, Band 2 in Corporate/M&AVicente D ...

On February 26, 2025, following extensive research, China Business Law Journal announced the China practice edition of "The A-List 2024-25: Rising Stars", which includes 100 lawyers practising Chinese law, as well as 20 lawyers from foreign law firms or working overseas.  Eight Han Kun lawyers, Wenle Du, Aaron Gu, Xun Li, Jiaxin Liu, Jin Qian, Xin Wang, Lin Zhou, and Lei Zhu (listed alphabetically by surname)—were selected for their excellence and contributions.Wenle DuMr ...

On February 22, 2025, the "Fuel Passion, Stay on Top" the third Legal Service Industry Brand Development Forum and Legal Vision's 2025 Brand Awards Ceremony was held in Shanghai, hosted by Legal Vision and co-organized by the Shanghai Corporate Counsel Association, Fudan Shanghai Advanced Institute of Lawyers, and the East China University of Political Science and Law Lawyers Institute.  Han Kun partner Ms ...

On February 20, 2025, Asian Legal Business ("ALB"), a world-leading legal directory owned by Thomson Reuters, unveiled its 2025 ALB China Top 15 Overseas Investment Lawyers.  Han Kun lawyer Tao Lan was named to the list, owing to his exceptional performance in the field.Mr. Lan specializes in cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and international investments, establishing himself as one of China's most highly reputed practitioners in outbound transactions ...

On February 10, 2025, Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires S.A.U. issued: (i) Class XXI simple, non-convertible, unsecured notes, denominated, subscribed, and payable in Pesos, for a nominal value of AR$79,786,900,000; and (ii) Class XXII simple, non-convertible, unsecured notes, denominated, subscribed, and payable in U.S. Dollars in Argentina, for a nominal value of US$73,823,009. The issuances were carried out under the CNV’s Frequent Issuer Regime ...

On February 20, 2025, ALRUD held its annual Dispute Resolution Practice event, bringing together leading legal professionals and business representatives to discuss current developments in litigation, the impact of sanctions on cross-border disputes, and evolving trends in commercial dispute regulation ...

On 19 February 2025, Margarita Egiazarova, Partner of ALRUD’s Labour and Employment Practice, held webinar for “Labour Disputes” magazine. The key topic of Margarita’s speech was “Dismissal of an employee. The influence exerted by court positions on the procedure, practice, and work of lawyers, recruiters, and HR managers” ...

On February 14, 2025, the winners of the China Law & Practice Awards 2024 were officially announced.  Han Kun claimed two awards, including Capital Markets Firm of the Year.Winner: Capital Markets Firm of the Year - ChinaHonorable Mention: TMT Firm of the Year - ChinaHan Kun is a leading PRC law firm for capital markets ...