China
Han Kun Law Offices is pleased to announce that Mr. Liang (Alex) Tao has recently joined the firm's Hong Kong office as a partner. The addition of Mr. Liang (Alex) Tao will further strengthen and enhance Han Kun's international capital markets capabilities.Alex's practice covers a full spectrum of international capital markets transactions, including high-yield, investment-grade and convertible bond offerings and initial public offerings in the United States and Hong Kong
England
Shoosmiths today announces that the firm has brought in a six-person intellectual property (IP) team, led by partners Dominic Farnsworth and Leigh Smith, who are set to add strength and depth to the firm’s market-leading IP capability, as well as add new high-profile clients in the technology, financial services and consumer brands sectors
New York, USA
On December 31, 2024, Patterson Belknap obtained a significant victory for our client Johnson & Johnson (J&J) in a products liability case concerning cosmetic talc
China
On December 30, 2024, renowned legal directory GCPROFILE announced its inaugural "Power List: Employer of Choice" list. Han Kun was named to the list, owing to its outstanding performance and well-established reputation among clients.Adhering to a people-oriented philosophy, Han Kun treasures talent as the firm's most valuable asset and is committed to creating an efficient, transparent, and professional working environment to foster the growth of young associates
Alabama, USA
Bradley attorney Brian Hayles was quoted in Law360 on notable cases in North Carolina to watch for in 2025.
One of the cases Hayles highlighted is Racing LLC et al. v. National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing. Hayles explained that “the outcome of the antitrust claims against NASCAR will be interesting no matter how the case shakes out because of the size of the racing entity's business and its history of acquiring smaller outfits
Alabama, USA
Bradley attorney Aron Beezley was quoted in Law360 on notable government contract cases to watch for in 2025. One of the notable cases Beezley highlighted is MVL USA Inc. v. U.S.
Rather than tackle the PLA rule head-on, MVL USA Inc
Kentucky, USA
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is pleased to announce the elevation of 16 attorneys to partnership, effective January 1, 2025. In addition to these well-earned advancements, the Firm has appointed five new members to its Board of Directors and named a new department chair, further strengthening its leadership team
China
On December 31, 2024, renowned legal directory LegalOne announced its "Stellar Accolade 2024" to recognize lawyers who have achieved outstanding success in their respective practice areas. Six Han Kun partners were named to the list, Ms. Lin Gui, Mr. Aaron Gu, Ms. Dongni Jiang, Ms. Gloria Xu, Mr. Yao Zhang, and Mr. Aaron Zhou.Lin Gui: Private Equity and Venture CapitalMs
China
On December 29, 2024, the Global PE Forum, a key financial-themed forum held this year during the China International Fair for Trade in Services, announced the 2023-2024 winners of the Chinese PE/VC Industry Selection. Han Kun was, for the fifth consecutive year, recognized as a Top Ten PE/VC Funds Service Agency in China.This year marks the 14th Global PE Forum successfully held since its inauguration in 2008
China
Han Kun Law Offices LLP ("Han Kun Hong Kong"), acted as Hong Kong legal advisors to the sole sponsor and underwriters in connection with the public offering in Hong Kong and the Regulation S offering in aggregate of 25,000,000 shares of HealthyWay Inc. ("HealthyWay", Stock Code: 02587.HK). The shares of HealthyWay are listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. CCB International Capital Limited acted as sole sponsor
Florida, USA
The firm has previously notified our clients and network about an obligation to make certain filings under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) that became effective at the beginning of 2024.
It provided deadlines to file Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) for many companies by December 31 of this year, and in some cases required earlier deadlines
Argentina
On December 19, 2024, Hijos de Salvador Muñoz S.A. (“Salvita” or “HSM,” interchangeably) issued its third class of notes, divided into two series, under its Global Program of up to USD 50,000,000 (the “Notes”). The Notes are payable in U.S. Dollars in Argentina.The series I Notes were issued for a nominal value of USD 1,382,752. They will mature on June 19, 2026, and accrue interest at a fixed nominal annual rate of 7.50%
Argentina
On December 4, 2024, Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires S.A.U. (“Banco Galicia”) issued (i) Class XVIII simple, non-convertible, unsecured notes, denominated, subscribed, and payable in Argentine Pesos (the “Class XVIII Notes”); and (ii) Class XIX simple, non-convertible, unsecured notes, denominated, subscribed, and payable in U.S. Dollars in Argentina (the “Class XIX Notes”)
Alabama, USA
Bradley attorney Robert Maddox was featured in a training video for Bank Director sharing best practices for strengthening boardroom discussions.
Maddox explained that lively and productive discussions, in which board members are unafraid to dissent, are critical to strong corporate governance.
“This is evidenced by a board that shows up to meetings prepared to ask questions and challenge senior management about progress against the bank’s strategic plan,” said Maddox
Alabama, USA
Bradley attorney David Pugh has been nominated by the University of Alabama Capstone Engineering Society (UACES) as a candidate for the Engineer of the Year Award, which is presented annually by the Engineering Council of Birmingham (ECOB).
A member of Bradley’s Construction Practice Group, Mr
Alabama, USA
Bradley attorney Robert Maddox was quoted in S&P Global on a potential upheaval in U.S. bank regulations as Republicans take charge in 2025.
Although there is talk of consolidating regulators by abolishing the FDIC, observers see that as unlikely.
“Candidly, between that and moving in the blockchain crypto space, they're going to have to pick which one they want to deal with and likely utilize their political capital in that way,” said Maddox
China
On December 26, 2024, renowned legal directory LEGALBAND announced its "China Top 15 Lawyers – State-Invested and State-Owned Enterprises 2024". The ranking spotlights 15 exceptional state-invested and state-owned enterprise lawyers in mainland China. Han Kun partner Yuzhou Xu was named to the list.Reasons for selection: Mr. Xu has been practicing in the fields of SOE-related services, finance, and asset management for more than 20 years
China
On December 26, 2024, renowned legal directory LEGALBAND announced its "China Top 15 Lawyers – Family Wealth Management and Inheritance 2024". The ranking spotlights 15 exceptional Family Wealth Management and Inheritance lawyers in mainland China. Han Kun partner Huiyi Song was named to the list.Reasons for selection: Ms. Song's practice areas include family dispute resolution and private wealth management
China
Jingdong Property, Inc. ("JDP") recently announced the successful establishment of its latest core logistics infrastructure fund, with a total investment scale of approximately RMB 5 billion. JDP has partnered with CDH Investments, one of the leading private equity real estate fund managers in China, to serve as Co-General Partners (Co-GPs) of the fund, and has successfully attracted renowned and leading domestic insurance institutions as cornerstone investors
China
Chambers and Partners has recently announced its nominees for the Chambers Greater China Region (PRC Firms) Awards 2025. Han Kun has been nominated for the following awards:China (PRC Firms) Corporate & Finance Law Firm of the Year; and China (PRC Firms) Compliance Law Firm of the Year
Kentucky, USA
The Kentucky Court of Appeals unanimously affirmed a defense verdict in favor of Hyundai Motor America and Hyundai Motor Co., Ltd. (“Hyundai”) in a product liability crashworthiness case involving deeply tragic circumstances. The case involved a high-speed, head-on collision in December 2015 that claimed the lives of three family members. The crash occurred when an impaired driver crossed the center line and collided with the family’s vehicle, a Hyundai Tucson
Panama
Morgan & Morgan is proud to announce its role in advising Supermercados Xtra, S.A., one of Panama’s leading supermarket chains, in the registration of a $300 million Revolving Corporate Bond Program with the Superintendence of the Securities Market (SMV) under the SMV’s Abbreviated Registration process. This significant transaction also included the listing of the bonds on the Latin American Stock Exchange (Latinex)
Italy
Rome, 23 December 2024 – International law firm Gianni & Origoni announces the appointment of Ambassador Vincenzo De Luca as Of Counsel. He will be responsible for developing GOP's activities in the Asian and Middle Eastern markets, which are key regions in the firm's international strategy
China
On December 23, 2024, Asian Legal Business (ALB) officially published its list of "2024 ALB Litigators of Asia", which aims to recognize China's top dispute resolution lawyers in Asia over the past 12 months. Han Kun partner Mr. Chunyao Lin was named to the list for his outstanding performance.Mr. Lin focuses his practice on commercial dispute resolution. In particular, Mr
China
On December 23, 2024, Asian Legal Business (ALB) officially published its list of 2024 ALB China Top 15 IP Lawyers, aiming to recognize China's top IP lawyers over the past 12 months. Han Kun partner Dr. Haining Song was named to the list for his outstanding performance.Dr. Song specializes in IP and antitrust litigation
