Jessica Seah

Jessica Seah is Law.com International's Asia Editor. She writes about lawyers and legal issues in Hong Kong, China, Singapore and throughout Southeast Asia, Japan and Korea. Her coverage includes the business of law, global and domestic law firms, legal tech, in-house legal departments and regulatory issues. She can be reached at [email protected].

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October 26, 2022 | International Edition

Lawyers Express Confidence in Chinese Market, But Will Singapore Keep Its Allure?

At the Asia Legal Marketplace webinar on Oct. 25, leaders from King & Wood Mallesons, Han Kun Law Offices, K&L Gates and Corrs Chambers Westgarth discussed the bounce back of Greater China and the challenges for firms in Southeast Asia.

By Jessica Seah

8 minute read

October 25, 2022 | International Edition

Life Lessons: Baker McKenzie Chair Reflects on His Reign Over Troubled Times and the New Normal

The global chair of one of the world's largest firms says "adaptability is key" and lawyers have to know how to pivot. He's had to do a lot of that over the past few years.

By Jessica Seah

6 minute read

October 25, 2022 | International Edition

Macau Law Firm Launches in Portugal to Target China-Related Deals

Macau firm, MdME Lawyers, has launched a new office in Lisbon, Portugal. The firm will be targeting work in relation to investments from Portugal into China.

By Jessica Seah

2 minute read

October 25, 2022 | International Edition

Yoon & Yang Takes Veteran Aviation Partner From Lee & Ko, Adds Two Others to Practice

The Big Six Korean law firm has added three lawyers, including a veteran partner from rival firm Lee & Ko, to its aviation practice.

By Jessica Seah

3 minute read

October 25, 2022 | International Edition

Mayer Brown Enters into Joint Law Venture in Singapore

The JLV between Mayer Brown and Singapores PK Wong & Nair will permit both firms to share profits through a financially integrated model.

By Jessica Seah

4 minute read

October 19, 2022 | International Edition

Do Sexual Affairs and Scandals Affect the Bottom Line?

Consensual affairs and inappropriate behavior have been more common at law firms than most would like to admit. They may not directly affect firm revenue but they do have an impact on firm culture, Jessica Seah writes in the Asia Legal Briefing.

By Jessica Seah

6 minute read