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Myanmar: Firms See Potential, Peril
The newly opening economy is widely believed to be one of Asia's last big untapped sources of oil and gas. But politics, corruption, and an antiquated legal system mean that Myanmar is not for the faint of heart.English Barristers Find Ever More Work in Singapore
London's barristers are looking to a former British colony, Singapore, as a natural place to export their skills--though not necessarily in the courtroom.Cite as: Freire v. Holder, 09-0329-ag, NYLJ 1202495792988, at *1 (2 Cir., Decided May 27, 2011)Before: Miner, Walker, and Wesley, C
Law Firms See Potential, Peril in Myanmar
The suspension of U.S. and E.U. sanctions against Myanmar has captured the attention of investors banking on predictions about the country's anticipated wealth of untapped natural resources. International law firms are also eyeing Myanmar, but have reasons for caution. Among them: the nation's reputation as one of the most corrupt places on earth.Asia Deal Digest: October 10, 2013
* Sidley Austin guides CNOOC on $2 billion bond offering* Chinese computer game company turns to Davis Polk for Hong Kong listing* K&L Gates leads on long-anticipated $925 million Philippine retail IPOArgued: May 4, 2011Before: MINER, WALKER, and WESLEY, Circuit Judges.PETITION GRANTED.JUSTIN CONLON, Law Offices of Justin Conlon,Petitioner Altair Claudio Freire, a native and citiz
Scandal Seen as Blow to Outlook for MDP
It's no secret that the Big Five accounting firms have been trying to expand into legal services. And now, opponents of this move have a new battle cry: Remember Enron. One outspoken opponent, Sullivan & Cromwell senior counsel Robert MacCrate, says Andersen's dual role as accountant and consultant shows the kind of conflict lawyers could face if their law practice were based in a Big Five firm.Download Now
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