Category: Labor & Employment
CIE Legal advises Optimus Group on the landmark $44 million acquisition of Autocare
Leading commercial and automotive law firm CIE Legal is advising Optimus Group on the acquisition of LINX CCG’s Autocare business. In the landmark deal, Optimus will acquire 75,505 shares in Autocare – one of Australia’s largest integrated logistics providers – for $44 million. The sale is […]
The Legal Landscape of Standing Desks: Balancing Health and Workplace Regulations
In recent years, the popularity of standing desks has soared, with an increasing number of individuals and businesses recognizing the potential health benefits of working while standing. However, as the use of standing desks becomes more common, questions about their legality and compliance with workplace regulations […]
Hugill & Ip celebrates five years of excellence
On 10th September 2023, Hugill & Ip proudly celebrated its fifth anniversary. Since its establishment, the boutique law firm has consistently provided exceptional legal services to clients, earning a reputation for excellence and professionalism. Today we discuss the last 5 years with the firm’s Managing Partner, […]
Acquihire: The Win-Win Solution for Startups and Established Companies
Introduction Acquisition and hiring jointly constitute the term “Acquihire”. Acquihire is a business term. When a company takes over or buys another company, it is a “acquisition,”. and when a company recruits employees, it is “hiring.” Acquihire is also hiring talents. In an acquisition, a company […]
Bangladesh: Key gaps in responding to gender-based violence against women in the workplace
In recent years, we witness how the #MeToo movement worldwide spark by women’s outbursts. It was brought on by decades of cumulative abuse. In Bangladesh, the scourge of sexual harassment has made an ugly appearance in different areas. As more and more women are entering the […]
Donovan Cheah on how he helped build one of Malaysia’s most recognizable law firm brands
Donovan Cheah is co-founder and partner of Malaysian boutique law firm Donovan & Ho. In this interview with Asia Law Portal, he explains the challenges he faces in building and managing a law firm while at the same time providing client-centric legal services. A widely recognized […]
DSK Legal welcomes 21 new partners and their teams
DSK Legal are delighted to announce that Mr. Bobby Chandhoke and Mr. Sudhir Sharma have joined DSK Legal together with 19 partners and their respective teams aggregating to 63 lawyers, after leaving L&L Partners where they had worked for several years. They bring a diverse range […]
5 Global best Practices Every GC Must Consider
Today as businesses expand, GCs are part of business development and strategies as well. Do you wonder what are the best practices that a General Counsel must follow to bring quality and seamless workflow to any organisation? Read More: Reed Smith launches Global Environmental Sustainability Plan […]
The first 15 years in my life as a Hong Kong employment lawyer
As Adam Hugill, partner of Hong Kong firm Hugill & Ip, enters his 15th year working in Hong Kong we discuss with him his experience as an employment lawyer in United Kingdom and Hong Kong, what challenges he has faced over the past 15 years including […]
Doing business in the metaverse: legal risks and opportunities
So what, when the world is busy getting back into the post-pandemic groove; why should HR even be interested in this? The Metaverse, and the proliferation of remote working arrangements are the two tectonic shifts that are reshaping the world we work in since the onset […]
Empowering women in-house counsels in Malaysia. An interview with Fazlin Azrimi, co-founder, MY Women Legal Counsel Association (MWLEC)
MY Women Legal Counsel Association (MWLEC) is a nonprofit association with the aim of providing support and useful insights to female in-house counsels in Malaysia, in order to help them advance in their chosen careers and increase their marketability. In this interview with Asia Law Portal, […]
Growing a technology and startup-focused corporate law firm in Malaysia: An interview with Izwan & Partners managing partner, Izwan Zakaria
Izwan Zakaria founded Izwan & Partners in 2019, where he made a bold decision to focus exclusively on providing legal advice. They offer legal advice to technology companies, startups, and investors. In this Q&A with Asia Law Portal, Izwan describes what makes dealing with technology companies […]
Australia’s raised bar in Whistle-Blower Protection – New Time-sensitive Requirement for Employers
Australia’s whistle-blowing laws and program launches on July 1st 2019. The expanded corporate whistle-blowing program provides Australian employees with potentially the highest level of disclosure protection globally. Likewise, Australian employers will likely be setting a new standard. While companies will have until January 1st, 2020 to […]