Tony Sabine
Tony Sabine is a Hong Kong-based correspondent for Law.com International, writing about lawyers and legal issues in Asia. His coverage includes the business of law, global and regional law firms, in-house legal departments and regulatory issues. He can be reached at [email protected].
September 05, 2024 | International Edition
Singapore's WongPartnership to Collaborate with Harvey, Integrate Gen AI Tools into Practice.WongPartnership says the partnership with Harvey will create new AI solutions that will save its lawyers' time and increase productivity.
By Tony Sabine
3 minute read
August 08, 2024 | International Edition
Davis Polk, Karas So Appointed on Evergrande's Liquidator Lawsuit Against PwCIt comes as liquidators also seek to claw back $6 billion from seven individuals associated with the company including its founder Hui Ka Yan.
By Tony Sabine | Jessica Seah
3 minute read
August 07, 2024 | International Edition
Mishcon's Hong Kong Affiliate Karas So Instructed to Recover $6B in Evergrande LiquidationClifford Chance and Hong Kong firms Tanner De Witt and Karas So were initially mandated to provide legal advice on the liquidation when proceedings against China Evergrande accelerated this year following the Hong Kong High Court's decision to wind up the company.
By Tony Sabine
2 minute read
July 23, 2024 | International Edition
Linklaters Hires Capital Markets Duo, Targets New Economy Market in ChinaLinklaters says it has high hopes for the pair as it looks to build on its strategy shift with an emphasis on "New Economy" deals while retaining its traditional strengths in capital markets.
By Tony Sabine
5 minute read
July 11, 2024 | International Edition
Atsumi & Sakai Continues to Expand Outside Japan, Opens Office in VietnamThe new office in Ho Chi Minh City will provide a range of legal services and assist clients in expanding their business in Vietnam and elsewhere in Southeast Asia.
By Tony Sabine
2 minute read
July 10, 2024 | International Edition
Simmons & Simmons Hires New Hong Kong Regulatory HeadFormer Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer counsel Kenneth Hui will help clients navigate financial regulatory issues, with a special focus on digital assets.
By Tony Sabine
2 minute read
June 25, 2024 | International Edition
New Twist in Hong Kong Crypto Fraud Saga As Investors Take Civil ActionPlaintiffs are looking to recover their missing assets in a case that has resulted in more than 70 arrests and seen investors incur losses of more than US$150 million, according to the city's financial regulators.
By Tony Sabine
3 minute read
June 13, 2024 | International Edition
Mayer Brown, JunHe Represent Dexin China in Yet Another Property Company LiquidationThe High Court of Hong Kong ordered Dexin to be wound up over its failure to repay more than $300 million to creditors.
By Tony Sabine
2 minute read
June 12, 2024 | International Edition
China Signals Ambitions to Become Key Player in International ArbitrationThe new Hong Kong branch of the Shanghai International Arbitration Centre demonstrates China's desire to grow its presence in international dispute resolution. But some think the country has a way to go before it can compete with Hong Kong or Singapore as the region's premier arbitration destination.
By Tony Sabine
4 minute read
June 04, 2024 | International Edition
Deacons Sexual Harassment Saga Takes a Turn as Judge Lifts Anonymity and Ex-Partner Sues for DefamationA case brought against the former Deacons and Baker McKenzie lawyer has been discontinued and the claimant has been ordered to pay costs.
By Jessica Seah | Tony Sabine
4 minute read
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