Ashurst appoints partner to capitalise on DCM opportunities in China

The move comes ahead of the law firm's merger with Shearman & Sterling, and adds to A&O's regional presence, where it has offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Stefanie Benson joins the firm from Allen & Overy, where she was counsel.

The hire of Gilbert Li and Iris Yeung from a top-tier rival law firm will strengthen Allen & Overy’s (A&O’s) M&A and capital markets capabilities in APAC.

Solid growth and an encouraging economic outlook make Indonesia attractive. But one key facet is still dragging on the economy, former finance minister Muhamad Chatib Basri says.

Law firm Allen & Overy broadens its derivatives and structured finance group in Hong Kong and the mainland

Financial market participants want world leaders to recommend tougher regulations, according to a law firm survey.