Press Releases

Kudun and Partners recently hosted a workshop with performance and well-being coach Charlene Gisele, titled “Becoming a Corporate Athlete: Self-Care Habits for Busy Professionals” for all members of the firm.   The legal profession, known for its intense demands—long hours and high-stakes decision-making, can lead to burnout if not managed properly ...

On October 10, 2024, Vista Energy Argentina S.A.U. (“Vista”) successfully issued Class XXVI Notes, simple, non-convertible into shares, denominated and payable in cash in U.S. Dollars abroad, and paid for in (i) cash in U.S. Dollars abroad, and/or (ii) in kind through the delivery of Class XIV Notes (the “Eligible Notes”) ...

Bradley is pleased to announce that Brian R. Browder has joined as a partner in the firm’s Healthcare Practice Group in Nashville. “Brian has a stellar reputation and is well-known in the industry for his work on sophisticated healthcare transactions across the country,” said Bradley Nashville Office Managing Partner Lauren B. Jacques. “His arrival adds significant depth to our already nationally ranked Healthcare Practice Group ...

On October 15, 2024, China Business Law Journal ("CBLJ") announced the winners of its China Business Law Awards 2024 Regional Awards ...

14 October, 2024 – Buchalter is pleased to announce the promotion to Shareholder of eleven attorneys from five offices and eight practice groups across the firm. “We are delighted to share the news of this well-deserved recognition for Skye, Danielle, Hillary, Katie, Jeff, Landon, Sandy, Aaron, Tony, Jarom, and Michael.  They are all remarkably talented and dedicated attorneys committed to providing exceptional counsel to our clients.” said Adam Bass, President and Chief Executive Officer ...

14 October 2024 - Buchalter is pleased to announce that Matthew DeVries has joined the Firm’s Nashville office as a Shareholder, along with attorney Summer Geyer. Both join as members of the Firm’s Litigation practice group, with extensive experience in construction and real estate litigation. “We are thrilled to welcome both Matt and Summer to our Nashville office,” said Adam Bass, President and Chief Executive Officer of Buchalter ...

Shoosmiths has assisted Sovereign Centros from CBRE on securing two new significant lettings at Festival Place, a 1.1m sq ft retail centre located in Basingstoke.The latest deals involve Superbowl UK taking a 16,750 sq ft unit at the centre, while Hans Buffet will open a 10,000 sq ft restaurant ...

Leading law firm Shoosmiths and artificial intelligence (AI) governance software provider Enzai together announce the launch of AI Comply - a first-of-its-kind solution designed to help businesses navigate the complex AI regulatory landscape.Built on Enzai’s powerful AI governance platform, AI Comply combines the AI governance workflows and automations of the Enzai platform with the bespoke guidance of Shoosmiths’ market-leading AI specialist lawyers ...

Han Kun, as PRC legal counsel to the issuer, advised Meituan (Stock Code: 3690) on its $2.5 billion offshore notes offering.Meituan is China's leading platform for local commerce ...

Bradley attorneys Jim Archibald, Ian Faria, Abba Harris and Jon Paul Hoelscher co-authored a chapter in Design-Build and EPC Contracting: A Practical Legal Guide, which was recently published by the American Bar Association (ABA). The book serves as a comprehensive and detailed reference for construction attorneys ...

Band Limp Bizkit, Fred Durst Sue Universal Music Group Over Unpaid Royalties October 9, 2024 By Michelle Morgante The acclaimed rap rock band, which is experiencing a revival through online streaming, alleges UMG deliberately concealed millions of dollars in royalties ...

SyCipLaw is cited "Outstanding" in all industry sector and practice area categories covered by the 2024 asialaw research. SyCipLaw is the only law firm in the Philippines to attain this distinguished ranking across the board ...

SyCipLaw has been recognized as a Tier 1 firm in Tax Controversy in the recently released 2025 edition of the International Tax Review (ITR) World Tax directory. Additionally, the Firm earned a Tier 3 ranking in general corporate tax, which encompasses all tax advisory matters not specifically categorized in a jurisdiction. The Firm has retained these rankings since the 2023 edition ...

IFLR1000 recently published its 2024 rankings, recognizing SyCipLaw as a Tier 1 firm in these practice areas:  • Banking  • Capital markets: Equity  • Project development  • Restructuring and insolvency  • M&A  • Project financeIn addition to the firm rankings, IFLR1000 recognized ten partners and two of counsel from SyCipLaw:Highly regarded Practitioners:  • Hector M. de Leon, Jr ...

The Asian International Arbitration Center (AIAC) kicks of its Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Week, entitled “Supernova – Igniting the Transformation of ADR” with a three-day conference, to be held from October 17 to 19, 2024, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and virtually. It aims to explore the evolving landscape of arbitration amidst global challenges and opportunities, emphasizing their adaptability and innovation in addressing complex issues ...

Bradley attorneys Britney Crawford and Sydney Willmann recently graduated from Momentum’s Upward Early-Career Program. The program, comprised of approximately 30 women, leverages Momentum’s expertise and alumnae network to help the next generation of leaders set an intentional career path, defend their values, set clear boundaries and build strong relationships in the workplace ...

Bradley is pleased to announce that Dmitry Epstein, an attorney in the firm’s Atlanta office, has earned the Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP) credential through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). Mr. Epstein is an associate in the firm’s Litigation Practice Group, where he helps clients resolve commercial disputes in court and in alternative dispute resolution settings ...

Law firm Shoosmiths has advised the owners of lingerie retailer Bravissimo on its sale to fellow lingerie and swimwear manufacturer, Wacoal Europe.A multi-disciplinary team of experts from the firm was led by corporate partner Sanjeev Sharma alongside Claire Checketts, supported by legal director Ami Bhatt, associate Nathan Turley and trainee solicitors Jasmie Chana and Jake Bowdler ...

In October 2024, AstraGenomics announced its strategic alliance with a prominent player in the global seed industry.  Han Kun Law Offices served as AstraGenomics' transactional and intellectual property (IP) legal advisor for the collaboration, providing comprehensive legal services.About AstraGenomicsAstraGenomics is an innovative biotechnology company committed to advancing groundbreaking gene editing technologies ...

Bradley is pleased to announce that former Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) Jonathan “Jack” Harrington* has joined the firm’s Birmingham office as a partner in the Banking & Financial Services and Government Enforcement & Investigations practice groups. Mr. Harrington represents clients facing complex criminal, regulatory, enforcement, and reputational matters with a particular focus on the financial services, defense, and technology sectors ...

Bradley is pleased to announce that Lina Machado Bejarano has been named the recipient of the Georgia Hispanic Bar Association’s (GHBA) 2024 Rising Star Award, presented to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the GHBA and Georgia Latino Community. Ms. Machado Bejarano was presented with the award at the GHBA Cocktails Around Latin America event on October 5. Ms ...

A team led by HEUKING partner Michael Neises, Frankfurt, and Christopher Görtz, Cologne, provided legal and tax advice to TecDax-listed Eckert & Ziegler SE on the spin-off of Pentixapharm AG and the subsequent IPO of Pentixapharm Holding AG on the regulated market of the Frankfurt stock exchange. This is the first spin-off transaction in the regulated market (with securities prospectus) with additional IPO capital increase ...

October 7, 2024 DTB represented Akuo Energy in the successful sale of Elektrana Grubišno Polje. This 5 MWe biomass CHP plant and the adjacent Sirocco drying facility in Croatia have been acquired by Ancala, a leading UK-based infrastructure manager.   Special thanks to the fantastic Akuo Energy team led by Dino Simonoski Bukovski for their continuous trust in us and long-standing relationship ...

Shoosmiths is pleased to announce the appointment of Rebecca Copcutt as legal director in its expanding Financial Services Disputes and Investigations practice. Rebecca brings extensive experience in high-profile investigations and regulatory matters, having previously served as a partner at Paul Hastings, where she was recognised for her work on complex international matters ...

The world's leading legal directory Chambers and Partners recently published its Healthcare: Medical Devices Global Practice Guide (2024) (the "Guide").  Han Kun exclusively contributed the China chapter (Trends and Developments) of the Guide.  The contributors include Yang (Aaron) Gu, Pengfei You, Leyi Wang, and Shuwen Sun ...