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Clifford Chance advises RCBC on investment by SMBC into RCBC in the Philippines

The investment involves the sale by RCBC to SMBC of common stock held by RCBC in treasury

Corporate and Venture Tech partner Chase Irwin recognized as a leading lawyer under 40 by Lexpert Rising Stars for 2022

As an industry leader in the technology and venture capital sectors, this is Chase’s second “forty under 40” award – following his previous recognition in 2020 by the Ottawa Business Journal.

Hogan Lovells advises Adenes on two transactions to further its position as a leading provider of claim management services in Italy

The joint venture led to the creation of a new group operating in the insurance services area, which is the largest player in the field in Italy in terms of scope of the services offered and number of employees.

Herbert Smith Freehills advises several lessors in connection with the restructuring of Group Ciel Voyage and the Airline Lion Air in France

The companies of the Ciel Voyage Group, tenants in France of the aircraft of the Indonesian airline Lion Air, had been placed in collective proceedings in June 2021.

Latham Advises Flynn Properties and Värde Partners on US$1.1 Billion Acquisition

Chicago-based team represents the buyers in purchase of 80% interest in 89 hotels across the United States.

Bird & Bird advises ABB Technology Ventures on its investment into climate tech start-up Tallarna

Tallarna’s AI-powered data analytics software helps customers identify successful decarbonisation investments and mitigate financial risks by identifying optimal solutions for energy efficiency projects and energy cost reductions.

Saudi Arabia seeks to amend data protection law

The restrictions on overseas data transfers would be relaxed under the proposed amendments.

Freshfields advises Ontario Teachers’ on sale of Camelot UK

The sale is anticipated to close in Q1 2023 subject to regulatory approvals, including from the Gambling Commission in the UK.

Latham Advises AllianceBernstein on Joint Venture Between Its Sanford C Bernstein Broker/Dealer Business and Societe Generale

Cross-border team advises on formation of leading global cash equities and research business in transformational deal.

Herbert Smith Freehills Advises DIF Capital Partners

The senior debt for the sale and lease back transaction will be arranged by MEAG.

Court of Appeal in London rules on reasonable endeavours in force majeure clause

The case before the court concerned the consequences of US sanctions placed in 2018 on the parent company of a charterer, RTI Ltd, which was obliged to make payment to ship owners Mur Shipping in US dollars.

Dechert Advises Grupo Boticário

Truss Professional is a national brand among the leaders in the hair products segment with a wide presence in beauty salons in Brazil and worldwide.

BCLP’s Renewables Practice Advises on Significant Wind and Solar Acquisition

BCLP attorney Peter Hansen said “we are very pleased to have worked with PSO and AEP on such an important transaction for the companies in the advancement of their commitment to fuel-free power generation.”

Ashurst advises HAWE Hydraulik SE on new syndicated loan

With the new loan agreement, HAWE replaces the existing syndicated loan.

Appleby Acts for Zurich on Sale of Singapore Insurance Business

The cross-department Appleby team consisted of Corporate partner Juan Thornley and counsel Katherine Garrood, and Dispute Resolution practice head Mark Holligon and counsel Claire Corkish and Keira Gore.

Hogan Lovells advises Stumpf Group

Exyte's previous sole (indirect) owner Georg Stumpf will remain the majority shareholder of the Group

The EU Digital Services Act and the Article 6 hosting exemption

Isaac Bedi and David Varney consider the relationship between the exemptions from liability for ISPs and the notification requirements under the new DSA

AllianceBernstein and Societe Generale announce plan to form joint venture to accelerate growth in cash equities

The joint venture would combine Bernstein Research Services' premier global equity research and execution platform with Societe Generale's equity research and execution capabilities to form a leading global cash equities and equity research busi

Latham Advises Atos in Connection With the Possible Sale of Its Operations in Italy

Paris corporate team represents the global leader in digital transformation in the exclusive negotiations.

Latham & Watkins advises Warburg Pincus

Pan-Asia deal team advises leading global growth investor on equity commitment and acquisitions.

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