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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advises S.F. Holdings on HK$5.8 billion H-share placement and convertible bond issue

Partner Jin Kong* advised on the US law aspects, supported by Sean Ji and Haiyun Chen.

UAE employers must balance legal compliance with procedural fairness in workplace investigations

As the UAE continues to attract international investment and talent, expectations around transparency, fairness, and due process are rising.

Hogan Lovells advises Italgas on its EMTN programme authorized by Consob

The new EMTN Program of Italgas is particularly innovative for companies in Italy as it provides for the issuance of securities governed by English law

Mourant advises on historic HKD88 billion refinancing transaction

The Mourant team was led by Hong Kong Partner Simon Lawrenson

Linklaters advises on Alibaba’s US$1.53bn zero-coupon exchangeable bond issuance

This transaction continues the recent trend of sizeable equity-linked activity in the Asia Pacific region

Baker McKenzie has Successfully Advised HD Renewable Energy Co. Ltd

Following the acquisition, the ZEBRE Platform now holds more than 1.4GW of generation and energy storage projects under construction and development in Australia.

Maples Group Advises Merit Incentives Holding Ltd on Series B Equity Funding Round

A team of corporate lawyers based in the firm’s Dubai practice advised Merit on the Merit holding legal aspects of the transaction

Borr Drilling US$102.5 Million Public Offering

Borr Drilling intends to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, including debt service, capital expenditures, and working capital.

Australian Sporting Alliance for People with Disability (ASAPD) renews partnership with Dentons for 2025

Dentons will continue to advise ASAPD and its nine affiliated National Sporting Organisations for People with Disability members on the full range of legal issues

Senior Partner Paul Wong and Partner Navin Naidu recognised among Singapore’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Guide 2025

This marks his second recognition by Doyle’s Guide in three years, reaffirming his reputation as a trusted advocate in high-profile and complex criminal matters.

Courts play a supportive role, reinforcing finality and party autonomy.

The High Court disagreed; and its reasoning holds important lessons.

Barry Herzog and Avi Reshtick named to 2025 list of bankruptcy tax specialists in the nation’s major law firms by Turnarounds and Workouts

Among others, the publication noted Barry and Avi’s roles in the firm’s representations of the ad hoc group of first lien lenders to Diamond Sports Group, and the Unsecured Creditors' Committees in Endo Pharmaceuticals, Rite Aid and Genes

Hogan Lovells advises Private Corner on the launch of its first Belgian private fund with Mérieux Equity Partners

The launch marks a significant milestone in its international expansion strategy and reinforces MxEP’s presence on the Belgian market.

Dentons Canada advises on structuring of historic First Nations equity investment in BC’s largest natural gas pipeline system

This transaction sets a new benchmark for Indigenous economic participation in energy infrastructure.

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advises Citigroup on landmark US$7.1 billion ESR privatisation

The transaction values the company at HK$55.2 billion on an equity basis, with shareholders receiving HK$13 per share under the cash consideration alternative.

Hogan Lovells advises Santander on first consumer loans securitization by Admiral Italia with Santander

The securitization involved the issuance of two classes of notes: the senior notes, issued with a "tap issuance" structure subscribed by Banco Santander, S.A.. and the junior notes, issued as a variable funding notes and subscribed by Admiral Fi

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advises UBS Switzerland AG in connection with SIX Exchange Group AG's acquisition of Aquis Exchange Plc

The Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer team was led by partner Will Nevin, supported by senior associate Siqi Geng.

A&O Shearman advises Athora on landmark GBP5.7 billion acquisition of Pension Insurance Corporation Group

The agreement to acquire PICG marks Athora’s entry into the UK market and will create one of Europe’s largest insured savings and retirement services businesses, building on Athora’s existing subsidiaries in the Netherlands, Italy, Belgi

Dentons advises NEPI on two sustainability-linked loans totalling €290 million

The deal strengthens NEPI Rockcastle’s commitment to sustainable development and responsible financing.

The Hague Judgments Convention entered into force in the United Kingdom on 1 July 2025

Hague 2019, which entered into force for the UK on 1 July 2025, facilitates the straightforward reciprocal enforcement of foreign judgments between contracting States, and streamlines enforcement procedures, reducing complexity, uncertainty and costs.

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