Anna Zhang

Anna Zhang is the Hong Kong-based Asia Bureau Chief for Law.com International. She writes about lawyers and legal issues across Asia. Her coverage includes the business of law, global and domestic law firms, in-house legal departments and regulatory issues. She can be reached at [email protected].

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December 06, 2018 |

Paul Hastings' Former Hong Kong Chief Returns to the Post

Neil Torpey, who led the Hong Kong office between 2002 and 2013, was based most recently in New York. But he has returned to Hong Kong to take over from predecessor Steven Winegar.

By Anna Zhang

3 minute read

December 06, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Paul Hastings' Former Hong Kong Chief Returns to the Post From NY

Paul Hastings has relocated corporate partner Neil Torpey, moving him from New York to Hong Kong where he will take over as the office chair.

By Anna Zhang

3 minute read

November 26, 2018 |

Australia Blocks Second CK Hutchison Energy Bid on National Interest Grounds in Less Than 3 Years

The blocking of the acquisition in the name of national security is part of a growing global trend often directed at Chinese companies.

By Anna Zhang

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November 25, 2018 |

Does Hong Kong Have What It Takes to Be Asia's Arbitration Hub?

Hong Kong is far from claiming victory in the highly contested race to become Asia's top international arbitration spot. But the Chinese Special Administrative Region and its new justice chief are pressing on.

By Anna Zhang

7 minute read

November 13, 2018 |

Ropes & Gray Hires Life Science Partner in Shanghai From Johnson & Johnson

Eric Wu returns to the firm after three years with the global pharmaceutical and consumer goods giant, overseeing M&A transactions and an innovation accelerator.

By Anna Zhang

2 minute read

November 08, 2018 |

Pillsbury Adds China-Focused Litigation Team in New York Amid US-China Trade Conflict--Updated

Former Dorsey & Whitney partner Geoffrey Sant joins the firm as the Trump administration turns up the heat on Chinese companies and government officials.

By Anna Zhang

3 minute read

November 07, 2018 |

Legacy Bryan Cave Team Splits From Newly Merged Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner in Hong Kong

Hong Kong partners Kristi Swartz and Nigel Binnersley will leave the newly merged firm along with their associates to set up their own practice, suggesting a setback in the BCLP's integration.

By Anna Zhang

3 minute read