Please choose your categories wisely. There is a fee for submitting more that 5 entries in total, click here to pay this.
We do not accept the same submission placed into multiple categories.


There is a strict limit of ONE entry per organization per category.

Deals of the Year

Cross-border M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. One of the contracting parties must be based in Asia and the other outside of Asia. Intra-Asia M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. Both contracting parties must be based in Asia. A Finance deal will be eligible if it involves an Asia-based borrower or lender, or banking under relevant laws of any Asian jurisdiction. A Securities deal will be eligible if it involves the sale of securities to international investors by an Asian issuer or on an
Asian exchange. A private equity deal will qualify if involves investments and exits in Asia and the formation if an Asia-targeted or Asia-based fund. Transactions in the technology, media and telecommunications will qualify for TMT deals. Eligible ESG deals must
comprise ESG aspects and can include financing and M&A advice regardless of the sector the deal pertains to.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction 
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


The number of submissions is limited to ONE deal per category. While there is no minimum transaction value requirement, we encourage you to state a deal value clearly. All deals must be announced or completed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published - any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified.

Max. 600 words.

Cross-border M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. One of the contracting parties must be based in Asia and the other outside of Asia. Intra-Asia M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. Both contracting parties must be based in Asia. A Finance deal will be eligible if it involves an Asia-based borrower or lender, or banking under relevant laws of any Asian jurisdiction. A Securities deal will be eligible if it involves the sale of securities to international investors by an Asian issuer or on an
Asian exchange. A private equity deal will qualify if involves investments and exits in Asia and the formation if an Asia-targeted or Asia-based fund. Transactions in the technology, media and telecommunications will qualify for TMT deals. Eligible ESG deals must
comprise ESG aspects and can include financing and M&A advice regardless of the sector the deal pertains to.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction 
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


The number of submissions is limited to ONE deal per category. While there is no minimum transaction value requirement, we encourage you to state a deal value clearly. All deals must be announced or completed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published - any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified.

Max. 600 words.

Cross-border M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. One of the contracting parties must be based in Asia and the other outside of Asia. Intra-Asia M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. Both contracting parties must be based in Asia. A Finance deal will be eligible if it involves an Asia-based borrower or lender, or banking under relevant laws of any Asian jurisdiction. A Securities deal will be eligible if it involves the sale of securities to international investors by an Asian issuer or on an
Asian exchange. A private equity deal will qualify if involves investments and exits in Asia and the formation if an Asia-targeted or Asia-based fund. Transactions in the technology, media and telecommunications will qualify for TMT deals. Eligible ESG deals must
comprise ESG aspects and can include financing and M&A advice regardless of the sector the deal pertains to.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction 
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


The number of submissions is limited to ONE deal per category. While there is no minimum transaction value requirement, we encourage you to state a deal value clearly. All deals must be announced or completed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published - any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified.

Max. 600 words.

Cross-border M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. One of the contracting parties must be based in Asia and the other outside of Asia. Intra-Asia M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. Both contracting parties must be based in Asia. A Finance deal will be eligible if it involves an Asia-based borrower or lender, or banking under relevant laws of any Asian jurisdiction. A Securities deal will be eligible if it involves the sale of securities to international investors by an Asian issuer or on an
Asian exchange. A private equity deal will qualify if involves investments and exits in Asia and the formation if an Asia-targeted or Asia-based fund. Transactions in the technology, media and telecommunications will qualify for TMT deals. Eligible ESG deals must
comprise ESG aspects and can include financing and M&A advice regardless of the sector the deal pertains to.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction 
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


The number of submissions is limited to ONE deal per category. While there is no minimum transaction value requirement, we encourage you to state a deal value clearly. All deals must be announced or completed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published - any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified.

Max. 600 words.

Cross-border M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. One of the contracting parties must be based in Asia and the other outside of Asia. Intra-Asia M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. Both contracting parties must be based in Asia. A Finance deal will be eligible if it involves an Asia-based borrower or lender, or banking under relevant laws of any Asian jurisdiction. A Securities deal will be eligible if it involves the sale of securities to international investors by an Asian issuer or on an
Asian exchange. A private equity deal will qualify if involves investments and exits in Asia and the formation if an Asia-targeted or Asia-based fund. Transactions in the technology, media and telecommunications will qualify for TMT deals. Eligible ESG deals must
comprise ESG aspects and can include financing and M&A advice regardless of the sector the deal pertains to.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction 
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


The number of submissions is limited to ONE deal per category. While there is no minimum transaction value requirement, we encourage you to state a deal value clearly. All deals must be announced or completed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published - any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified.

Max. 600 words.

Cross-border M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. One of the contracting parties must be based in Asia and the other outside of Asia. Intra-Asia M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. Both contracting parties must be based in Asia. A Finance deal will be eligible if it involves an Asia-based borrower or lender, or banking under relevant laws of any Asian jurisdiction. A Securities deal will be eligible if it involves the sale of securities to international investors by an Asian issuer or on an
Asian exchange. A private equity deal will qualify if involves investments and exits in Asia and the formation if an Asia-targeted or Asia-based fund. Transactions in the technology, media and telecommunications will qualify for TMT deals. Eligible ESG deals must
comprise ESG aspects and can include financing and M&A advice regardless of the sector the deal pertains to.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction 
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


The number of submissions is limited to ONE deal per category. While there is no minimum transaction value requirement, we encourage you to state a deal value clearly. All deals must be announced or completed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published - any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified.

Max. 600 words.

Cross-border M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. One of the contracting parties must be based in Asia and the other outside of Asia. Intra-Asia M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. Both contracting parties must be based in Asia. A Finance deal will be eligible if it involves an Asia-based borrower or lender, or banking under relevant laws of any Asian jurisdiction. A Securities deal will be eligible if it involves the sale of securities to international investors by an Asian issuer or on an
Asian exchange. A private equity deal will qualify if involves investments and exits in Asia and the formation if an Asia-targeted or Asia-based fund. Transactions in the technology, media and telecommunications will qualify for TMT deals. Eligible ESG deals must
comprise ESG aspects and can include financing and M&A advice regardless of the sector the deal pertains to.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction 
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


The number of submissions is limited to ONE deal per category. While there is no minimum transaction value requirement, we encourage you to state a deal value clearly. All deals must be announced or completed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published - any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified.

Max. 600 words.

Cross-border M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. One of the contracting parties must be based in Asia and the other outside of Asia. Intra-Asia M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. Both contracting parties must be based in Asia. A Finance deal will be eligible if it involves an Asia-based borrower or lender, or banking under relevant laws of any Asian jurisdiction. A Securities deal will be eligible if it involves the sale of securities to international investors by an Asian issuer or on an
Asian exchange. A private equity deal will qualify if involves investments and exits in Asia and the formation if an Asia-targeted or Asia-based fund. Transactions in the technology, media and telecommunications will qualify for TMT deals. Eligible ESG deals must
comprise ESG aspects and can include financing and M&A advice regardless of the sector the deal pertains to.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction 
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


The number of submissions is limited to ONE deal per category. While there is no minimum transaction value requirement, we encourage you to state a deal value clearly. All deals must be announced or completed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published - any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified.

Max. 600 words.

Cross-border M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. One of the contracting parties must be based in Asia and the other outside of Asia. Intra-Asia M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. Both contracting parties must be based in Asia. A Finance deal will be eligible if it involves an Asia-based borrower or lender, or banking under relevant laws of any Asian jurisdiction. A Securities deal will be eligible if it involves the sale of securities to international investors by an Asian issuer or on an
Asian exchange. A private equity deal will qualify if involves investments and exits in Asia and the formation if an Asia-targeted or Asia-based fund. Transactions in the technology, media and telecommunications will qualify for TMT deals. Eligible ESG deals must
comprise ESG aspects and can include financing and M&A advice regardless of the sector the deal pertains to.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction 
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


The number of submissions is limited to ONE deal per category. While there is no minimum transaction value requirement, we encourage you to state a deal value clearly. All deals must be announced or completed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published - any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified.

Max. 600 words.

Cross-border M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. One of the contracting parties must be based in Asia and the other outside of Asia. Intra-Asia M&A will be defined broadly to encompass any business combination, purchase or disposal involving a target or buyer. Both contracting parties must be based in Asia. A Finance deal will be eligible if it involves an Asia-based borrower or lender, or banking under relevant laws of any Asian jurisdiction. A Securities deal will be eligible if it involves the sale of securities to international investors by an Asian issuer or on an
Asian exchange. A private equity deal will qualify if involves investments and exits in Asia and the formation if an Asia-targeted or Asia-based fund. Transactions in the technology, media and telecommunications will qualify for TMT deals. Eligible ESG deals must
comprise ESG aspects and can include financing and M&A advice regardless of the sector the deal pertains to.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Teamwork and efficiency
  4. Client satisfaction 
  5. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


The number of submissions is limited to ONE deal per category. While there is no minimum transaction value requirement, we encourage you to state a deal value clearly. All deals must be announced or completed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Each entry must name the lead lawyer(s) at every law firm involved in the matter. Please also include the name or names of the lead in-house lawyers on each side, with contact information.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. Shortlisted deals will be published - any deals with confidential or incomplete details will be automatically disqualified.

Max. 600 words.

Lawyers of the Year

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the individual’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Legal expertise and innovation 
  2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
  3. Industry knowledge and experience
  4. Leadership and efficiency
  5. Client satisfaction 
  6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation


Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Firms of the Year

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Entries for this award should focus on THREE (3) work highlights that have a significant Asian regulatory element and set new standards in the delivery of high-level legal services and solutions, thereby demonstrating the firm’s market-leading position. Please summarize the key features, importance and creativity of each matter, outlining the team’s or lead lawyer’s role.

The judging committee will expect to see evidence of: 
1. Legal expertise and innovation 
2. Regulatory/commercial strategy and solutions
3. Industry knowledge and experience
4. Teamwork and efficiency
5. Client satisfaction 
6. Contribution to the field, industry or legislation

Note on dispute cases: For litigation and arbitration cases to be considered as relevant matters, they must be DECIDED at least once; ongoing litigation and arbitration cases will NOT be considered. We encourage you to only submit cases you’ve won; cases decided against you will not be considered useful evidence.

Please fill out the following table. All fields must be completed. The three transactions, cases or other matters must have executed between January 2022 and Date of Entry.

Max. 800 words.

Other Awards

This recognizes projects or initiatives that best honor the spirit of pro bono during the period between January 1, 2022 and Date of Entry. Consideration will only be given to law firm initiatives when Asia-based lawyers donate their time on pro bono legal works or related legal research and training programs to benefit the less fortunate in local communities around the region.
Please also provide an appropriate written reference that illustrates the success of the initiative(s).
(Max. 600 words)

This award recognizes projects or initiatives law firms implement in Asian offices to improve diversity and inclusion in gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation and disability. Please describe how the program or initiative works, who are the key members and the scale it has been implemented. Entries may include evidence of program achievements such as statistics, references and written feedback from employees that illustrate its success.
(Max. 600 words)

In-House Awards

Sponsored by:

The judges will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Leadership
  2. Strategic vision
  3. Troubleshooting and legal skills
  4. A commitment to employee development
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the success of the business
  7. Contribution to the wider community
     

The submission should highlight concrete - and preferably measurable - ways in which the GC has contributed to the success of his or her company across the full spectrum of in-house responsibility (i.e. financial/customer/operational/people), rather than simply evidence of acting on one or more high-profile transactions.

(Max. 800 words)

Open to general counsel or heads of legal who are based in Asia.

The judges will expect to see evidence of:
  1. Leadership
  2. Strategic vision
  3. Troubleshooting and legal skills
  4. A commitment to employee development
  5. Client satisfaction
  6. Contribution to the success of the business
  7. Contribution to the wider community
     

The submission should highlight concrete - and preferably measurable - ways in which the GC has contributed to the success of his or her company across the full spectrum of in-house responsibility (i.e. financial/customer/operational/people), rather than simply evidence of acting on one or more high-profile transactions.

(Max. 600 words)

Grand Prizes