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For Law Firm Leaders in the West, Is Asia the Achilles Heel?

Are law firm leaders in the West out of step with their offices in Asia? With almost 50 countries so close in proximity yet so vastly distinct in a multitude of other ways, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to addressing the challenges Western-based firms face in the region, writes Jessica Seah in the Asian Legal Briefing.
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A Former Latham Partner Shares His Story and Lawyers Are Coming Undone

Most of the time, we write about the professional side of the legal industry, but now and then we write about the personal. Law.com International's Jessica Seah did that this week, unexpectedly hitting a nerve among lawyers.
4 minute read

International Edition

In Asia, Lateral Hiring Is a Game of Cloak and Dagger

The due diligence that law firms need to conduct before hiring new lawyers requires a lot more than reading a résumé and making a few calls, Jessica Seah writes in the Asia Legal Briefing. But time and again, law firms end up bringing on lawyers whose ethical and professional conduct is questionable—or even criminal. Are they capable of making this stop?
6 minute read

International Edition

A&O + Shearman: How Will Asia Partners Vote?

Partners in Asia seem to be in favor of the merger, and it's not hard to imagine why. With the Asian market experiencing a prolonged blip and no clear end in sight, status quo isn't really an option, Asia Editor Jessica Seah writes.
6 minute read

International Edition

The Thing About Young Lawyers Today…

Partners say many young lawyers in Asia display an air of entitlement, lack technical and social skills, and demonstrate a poor work ethic, Jessica Seah writes in The Asia Legal Briefing. Times are tough in Asia and rumors of law firm layoffs are running rampant. Shouldn't associates be stepping up their game? 
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International Edition

The Unraveling of Dentons Dacheng: Was it the Law or the Love that Frayed?

Dentons attributed its breakup with Dacheng to evolving Chinese regulations—it's a brilliant communications strategy, non-Chinese clients will be pleased. But is there more to this than meets the eye?
6 minute read

International Edition

The Lingering Salience of the Late Adrian Tan

Adrian Tan was a unique and valued individual and a legend in his own lifetime, writes Jessica Seah in the Asia Legal Briefing. In Singapore, he was considered a sage who followed a life mandate to serve and advocate—all the grand values and ethos that universities feed aspiring lawyers. He was also funny.
4 minute read

International Edition

A&O and Shearman: There's Something About Asia

Most discussion related to the proposed Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merger has focused on the U.S. market. But what about Asia? The Asia Legal Briefing takes a look at how a merger may play out across the region.
6 minute read

International Edition

The Weather in Asia Is Grim

The legal market in Asia is suffering, writes Asia editor Jessica Seah. IPOs have fallen off a cliff. Mergers and acquisitions are at a 10-year low. Some firms are finding ways to keep busy, but how long can this go on?
5 minute read

International Edition

The Allen & Overy-Shearman Merger and the End of the Magic Circle Era

In Asia, the merger will give Shearman a needed boost in Southeast Asia, where A&O is a recognized leader. And A&O will suddenly have a lot more bargaining power and pitch appeal with Asian clients looking at American matters, as Shearman is still considered Wall Street royalty.
6 minute read

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