Cross Border Transactions in Asia: Current Trends and Regulatory/Legal Issues to Consider (31 January 2012)

The global financial crisis is transforming the M&A environment and impacting transactions both globally and in Asia. While the European and North American markets face increasing uncertainty, Asia remains more buoyant and corporate activity continues to grow.
 
The ever-evolving and challenging global market brings with it numerous regulatory and legal issues to consider in corporate activity – particularly for cross border transactions. Having an understanding of the impact these issues may have is essential in increasing certainty for corporate transactions.
 
In this seminar our team will provide an update on the current market and trends, and highlight the key regulatory and legal issues to consider in cross border M&A transactions in Asia.

Speakers:          Ms. Stephanie Keen, Partner, Hogan Lovells Lee & Lee
                         Mr. Justin Tong, Senior Associate, Hogan Lovells Lee & Lee
Date & Time:      Tuesday, 31 January 2012, 12.30 - 2.00 pm
Venue:               Hogan Lovells Lee & Lee, 50 Collyer Quay, #10-01 OUE Bayfront, Singapore 049321

For more details and to register, please CLICK HERE.

Dual/Cross Listings (15 February 2012)

This presentation will give a general idea of the challenges and issues encountered by companies intending to do dual/cross listings on foreign exchanges. We are well placed to give a unique perspective on this topic, as we have been involved in dual/cross listings this year in markets including London, Hong Kong, Korea and Taiwan.

Speakers:          Mr. Lo Kim Seng, Director, Duane Morris & Selvam LLP
                         Mr. Ramiro Rodriguez, Director, Duane Morris & Selvam LLP
                         Mr. Parikhit Sarma, Senior Associate, Duane Morris & Selvam LLP
Date & Time:      Wednesday, 15 February 2012, 12.00 - 2.00 pm
Venue:               Duane Morris & Selvam LLP, 16 Collyer Quay, #17-00, Singapore 049317

For more details and to register, please CLICK HERE.

Export Control Law (22 February 2012)

The Export Control landscape in the Asia-Pacific region is in a constant state of change. While we experience the birth of new export control regimes for several governments and national authorities, others are continually improving and strengthening their existing regimes. The net effect for businesses operating in the region is an increase in Export Control liabilities in which a clear and updated understanding of the Export Control regimes they are involved in is crucial to avoid hefty fines and penalties.
 
The ever-evolving and challenging global market brings with it numerous regulatory and legal issues to consider in corporate activity – particularly for cross border transactions. Having an understanding of the impact these issues may have is essential in increasing certainty for corporate transactions.
 
This seminar hopes to provide you with valuable insights into the common Export Controls compliance issues faced by companies as well as knowledge to introduce practical solutions to manage these risks.

Speakers:          Mr. George Tan, Director, Bryan Cave International Consulting (Asia Pacific) Pte Ltd
Date & Time:      Wednesday, 22 February 2012, 12.00 - 2.00 pm
Venue:               FTSE Room, Level 9, Capital Tower, 168 Robinson Road

For more details and to register, please CLICK HERE .

OTHER EVENTS

Events by Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Singapore)

i) The Use of Experts in International Construction Arbitrations

Date: 2 February 2012

At this evening‘s talk, Richard Fernyhough QC will speak on the important subject of the use of experts and expert evidence in international construction arbitrations.

CLICK HERE for more details.

ii) Introduction to International Arbitration

Date: 29 February 2012

To provide an understanding of the general principles of international arbitration and a comparison of the main alternative dispute resolution processes – arbitration, mediation and adjudication. The course will give candidates a basic understanding of the principles of good practice and procedure in international arbitration.

CLICK HERE for more details.

Events by Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (Singapore Chapter)

i) Chinese New Year “Lo Hei” Lunch

Date: 2 February 2012

STEP Singapore is pleased to invite you to its upcoming networking event – a Chinese New Year luncheon featuring group "Prosperity Lo Hei" to usher in the Lunar New Year, plus a chance to network with fellow STEP members and industry practitioners over an international lunch buffet.

CLICK HERE for more details.

ii) Use of Trusts in Pre-IPO Planning

Date: 13 February 2012

This presentation will address the use of trusts and structured transactions to achieve optimal tax benefits for the owners of companies that may go IPO in the future. Tax issues for the settlers and beneficiaries will be addressed with a focus on Singapore, Hong Kong, China and US tax issues.

CLICK HERE for more details.

iii) Designing A Cross Border Investment Structure That Really Meets Your Client's Needs

Date: 1 March 2012

Designing a cross-border investment structure is a demanding and complex task which requires time, creativity and flexibility of thought. A 360 degree understanding of the client and what they want to achieve is paramount to creating a timeless masterpiece.

CLICK HERE for more details.

Best Practices for Corporate Counsel Conference

Date & Venue: 13 – 14 February 2012, Sheraton Towers, Singapore
                      16 – 17 February 2012, Regal Hongkong Hotel, Hong Kong

To tackle the challenges of a global outlook clouded by financial volatility, a conference has been organised for the sharing of best practice methodologies by corporate counsel, for corporate counsel. Speakers include counsel from eBay, Marriott International, Symantec, Deutsche Bank, GE Capital, Shell and Jones Lang LaSalle on issues such as dispute management & litigation, risk, corporate governance, social media & intellectual property among others.

Visit http://www.conferences.com.sg/s1393-clc-17m-a.pdf for more detail or call Ms. Joyce Yip at (65) 6592 7355 for further enquiries or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Legal Contract Management

Date: 1-2 March 2012
Venue: Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, Singapore

This comprehensive training will offer delegates solutions to various contractual issues that plague them such as tools to solve complex problems, templates of risk management strategy, getting monetary benefits from your IP, avoiding losses through SLAs, compliance with international legal obligation, and so much more.

For more details, please CLICK HERE or contact Ms. Chew Wan @ E: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

SILE: Registration for 2012 Foreign Practitioner Examinations Opens

Date: 5-15 June 2012

The Singapore Institute of Legal Education (“the Institute”) will conduct the first session of the Foreign Practitioner Examinations (“FPE”) from the 5th to the 15th of June 2012. The Institute has started accepting applications to sit for the FPE from 1 December 2011. The deadline for submitting applications is 31 January 2012.

CLICK HERE for more details.

ICCA 2012 Singapore

Date: 10 - 13 June 2012
Venue: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

ICCA 2012 Singapore - world’s biggest arbitration congress convenes industry’s thought leaders, practitioners, corporate counsels and government officials. Held at Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore, it runs from 10-13 June 2012 with 60+ international speakers, cutting-edge agenda, 1000+ international delegates plus business networking social events!

Visit http://www.iccasingapore2012.org/site/ and take advantage of the early bird and group discount today or call ICCA 2012 Singapore Secretariat at (65) 62218833 for further enquiries or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .