AI Demand Sparks Southeast Asia’s Data Center Boom
Global AI demand fuels Southeast Asia's data center expansion, with over 2,000 facilities across the region.
ESG factors boost Asian M&A value
ESG factors are increasingly influencing Asian dealmaking, with 71% of professionals noting a rise in importance over the last year.
UMBRA and TnP each win four awards
Legal awards Indonesia see UMBRA and TnP each win four honors, including Banking Law Firm of the Year and Data…
Law firms advise on record Philippine GCash IPO
Milbank, Romulo, Latham, and ACCRALAW advised on the landmark Philippine initial public offering (IPO) of Mynt, the parent company of…
Asia’s M&A Market Shows Resilience Amidst Regional Disparities
Asia's M&A market resilience amidst regional disparities, with 5,171 deals worth $490 billion in 2026, despite geopolitical and energy challenges.
Orbital launches tools for Scottish property law
Orbital launches tools for Scottish property law, enabling legal professionals to apply services under Scots Law.
Harper Macleod LLP Seeks Senior Banking Lawyer in Scotland
Hands using a calculator with real estate documents on a desk, indicating a financial transaction or meeting. Photo: RDNE Stock project/Pexels Harper Macleod LLP is seeking an experienced banking lawyer to join its Banking & Finance team in Scotland at the Senior Associate or Legal Director level. The role focuses on real estate and development finance. Led by Partner Andrew Ronald, the team specializes in real estate finance, development finance,…
State Legislation
Court Clarifies Document Use in Simple Procedure Cases
The case involved Stephanie Hughes appealing a £3,120.02 decree in favor of Cabot Financial UK Ltd for credit card debt. The Inner House has clarified how sheriffs can use documents in simple procedure cases. The ruling states that section 77 of the Courts Reform (Scotland) Act 2014 doesn't automatically make unproven documents evidence. However, the Simple Procedure Rules allow a more flexible approach when facts aren't genuinely disputed. The case…