England
Shoosmiths is one of a select group of law firms globally to pilot Microsoft’s new generative AI assistant, ‘Microsoft 365 Copilot’.As part of an exclusive pilot programme, a test group of 300 Shoosmiths’ people – a mix of legal advisers and those in business services – will use the new AI assistant and provide feedback
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that three of the firm’s Birmingham attorneys have been appointed to leadership roles on each of the DRI’s affinity committees. Gary L. Howard has assumed the role of chair of the DRI Diversity and Inclusion Committee, C. Meade Hartfield is serving her second term as vice chair of the DRI Women in the Law Committee, and Emily M. Ruzic is chair of the DRI Young Lawyers Committee
Philippines
SyCipLaw was named the Philippine Intellectual Property (IP) Firm of the Year at the recent Intellectual Asset Management (IAM) and World Trademark Review (WTR) Global IP Awards 2023 held in London, United Kingdom."On behalf of the dedicated lawyers and team at SyCipLaw, we are honored to have been awarded the IP Firm of the Year for the Philippines from IAM and WTR. This award is a testament to our commitment to excellence and delivering exceptional legal services
Philippines
SyCipLaw is proud to announce that it has successfully achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, the internationally recognized standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS). The certification covers the provision of legal services on Philippine law-related matters to clients in and outside the Philippines.Based on available information, SyCipLaw is the first Philippine law firm with ISO 9001 certification
Panama
Morgan & Morgan Legal advised Rhenus, a leading global logistics specialist, in connection with the acquisition of certain Panamanian subsidiaries of BLU Logistics, a leading Latin American freight forwarder present in Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Paraguay, and Uruguay, as well as in Mainland China and Hong Kong
Argentina
Buenos Aires, 13 November 2023. On November 9th, Beccar Varela promotedDr. María Eduarda Nocetito the partner category, both in recognition of her talent and the great contribution she has made to the firm throughout her career. With this appointment, Beccar Varela strengthens itsLabor & Social Security Law department, currently led by partner Álvaro J. Galli.Managing partner Horacio E
Thailand
Kudun and Partners have successfully assisted SIRISOFT PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED (SRS), a company specialising in consulting and software development for prominent corporations, on their Initial Public Offering (IPO) project. SRS submitted an application to the Office of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand (SEC) seeking permission to offer 40 million shares to investors within Thailand at an IPO price of THB 16 per share, totaling THB 640 million
Bermuda
The 2023 ceremony, which took place on 9 November at The HAC in London, celebrated outstanding performance by firms and individuals across 70 jurisdictions over the past year. Carey Olsen was named Guernsey Firm of the Year based on detailed industry research and feedback and recommendations from private practitioners and in-house counsel
Alabama, USA
Bradley continues to grow its Atlanta office with the addition of Craig Smith as counsel in the firm’s Healthcare Practice Group.
“Craig is a highly experienced transactional and corporate lawyer, who represents a broad range of clients in the healthcare and life sciences space and brings tremendous value to the firm, our clients, and the Atlanta office,” said Bradley Partner Sidney S. Welch, who leads the firm’s healthcare practice in Atlanta
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that Samuel M. Dearstyne was recognized with the DRI Young Lawyers Committee’s “Rookie of the Year” award at the DRI Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Texas on October 27.
Mr. Dearstyne earned this recognition for his exemplary work on the “Fast Pitch” program, part of the Committee’s annual Young Lawyers Seminar held in June. The program gives young lawyers the opportunity to practice making a mock pitch to in-house counsel
California, USA
Neora Triumphs over FTC in Landmark Case
November 2023
Larry Steinberg, chair of the firm’s Multilevel Marketing Group, was featured in the November 2023 issue of Social Selling News, a leading trade publication for the direct selling industry. Larry commented on the significance of the recent decision against the Federal Trade Commission and in favor of multilevel marketing company Neora
Bermuda
Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited has achieved a new Tier 1 ranking for Regulatory and Compliance and has also maintained Tier 1 rankings for its Dispute Resolution and Trusts/Private Client practices
Bermuda
Carey Olsen Bermuda is now ranked Tier 1 for Regulatory and Compliance; Dispute Resolution; and Trusts/Private Client with Tier 2 rankings for Banking, Finance and Capital Markets; Corporate and Commercial; and Insurance/Reinsurance. Bermuda managing partner, Michael Hanson, said: "We are delighted that our office continues to advance in The Legal 500 Caribbean guide, having gained another Tier 1 ranking – this time for our Regulatory and Compliance team
Chile
US fruit group grows LatAm presence with double purchase
Isabel Leask
08 November 2023
Multiple firms have helped US fruit group Frutura acquire two agribusinesses in Chile and the US respectively, including its berry-growing operations across Latin America.
In the first acquisition, Carey in Santiago, Ibarra, del Paso Gallego, SC in Mexico City, and Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados in Lima helped Frutura buy Santiago-based fruit and berry company Giddings Fruit
Bermuda
Prior to joining Carey Olsen, Max's practice included corporate, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets law at Clayton Utz in Sydney. He was called to the Bermuda Bar in 2015 and admitted as a lawyer of New South Wales in 2020. Max obtained his LLB from the University of Southampton and his LPC from BPP Holborn
Alabama, USA
Bradley partner A.J. Bahou was quoted in Law360 on the USPTO’s guidance on artificial intelligence (AI) and patents.
Since the USPTO has said that AI can't be a sole inventor because it isn't human, the office could potentially decide that any invention developed with AI's assistance can't be patented. However, that would be ill-advised, explained Bahou
China
On November 7, 202, renowned legal directory LEGALBAND announced its "2023 China Top 15 Lawyers – Consumer and Retail" to showcase the 15 most favored "Consumer and Retail Lawyers" in mainland China.Han Kun lawyer Cheng Chen and Vincent Song were named to the list.Cheng ChenReasons for selection:Mr. Chen has been active in recent years in the fields of private equity and venture capital, mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and foreign investment
Alabama, USA
Bradley attorney Elisha Kobre talked with Bloomberg Law on the case against FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, who took to the stand in his own defense at his trial over the cryptocurrency exchange’s catastrophic collapse.
Kobre stated that Bankman-Fried’s case “really wasn’t going to come in any other way.” In some trials, the defendant’s testimony can prove effective in swaying a jury
California, USA
Buchalter is proud to commemorate 40 years of unwavering commitment and top-tier legal service in the Orange County business community. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our valued clients, dedicated attorneys, and exceptional employees for being part of our journey.
Established in Newport Beach in 1983 and later relocating to Irvine in 2004, the office has grown to a team of over 70 talented attorneys, offering top-tier legal services to businesses and individuals across the region
Alabama, USA
Bradley has been named a 2023 “Tipping the Scales” firm by the Diversity & Flexibility Alliance for having 50% or more women in their 2023 U.S.-based new partner class. Recipients were honored at the Alliance’s Annual Conference on November 2 in Washington, D.C
Alabama, USA
Bradley is pleased to announce that the firm received the Gold Medallion Law Firm Award at the Montgomery Volunteer Lawyers Program’s (MVLP) Pro Bono Recognition Luncheon and 10-Year Anniversary Gala. Associates Lillie Hobson, Anna Akers Hornsby and Jessica Sparhawk were also recognized with the Medal of the Samaritan Award at the program on October 26
Thailand
Kudun Sukhumananda, the Managing Partner of Kudun and Partners, shared his knowledge and expertise at the exclusive seminar “Foreign Investment Tax and Wealth Management Distribution”, organised by CIMB Thai Bank on October 25, 2023
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Kentucky, USA
A multi-disciplinary team of Dinsmore attorneys, led by the Firm’s Corporate department chair Bobby Lucas, served as lead counsel for Majors Management, LLC in its acquisition of 192 MAPCO-branded convenience stores in six states. The equity transaction also includes MAPCO’s wholesale fuel division, loyalty program, brand and other intellectual property. The seller, Copec, is a leading retail company headquartered in South America
Alabama, USA
Bradley partner John Parker Sweeney was quoted in The Baltimore Sun on his involvement with the Helping Up Mission (HUM), a Baltimore-based nonprofit that assists those experiencing homelessness, poverty and addiction through a residential recovery program.
Sweeney has provided his pro-bono services to HUM since he and his wife first volunteered to serve a Thanksgiving meal, saying that he loved the organization and the mission
California, USA
Buchalter has joined in requesting law school deans take an immediate and active role in ending current anti-Semitic harassment, vandalism, and assaults on school campuses. Full text of the letter is below.
November 1, 2023
Dear Deans,
Everyone at our law firms is entitled to be treated with respect and be free of any conduct that targets their identity and is offensive, hostile, intimidating or inconsistent with their personal dignity and rights
