New Member – Shunsuke Inoue joins Leaders in Law as the M&A Law Expert in Japan

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Leaders in Law, the leading platform in its field, is delighted to welcome Shunsuke Inoue as our exclusively recommended & endorsed M&A expert in Japan.

Shunsuke Inoue is a partner at Hibiya-Nakata with extensive experience and expertise in competition law, merger filings, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate governance, regulatory compliance. Shunsuke has advised many major global companies, banks, funds as well as small tech startups. Prior to joining Hibiya-Nakata, Shunsuke worked at Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.

Firm Description:

Hibiya-Nakata is a new type of law firm founded by Nobuo Nakata in 2012 to respond to the new market trend and demands. Hibiya-Nakata is a small M&A boutique law firm with global network and international standard of practice and quality. Mr. Nakata had participated in the global management of the corporate practice of Allen & Overy as a board member of the Global Corporate Board, and had established and led the M&A practice in Tokyo Office. Making use of all these experiences, Mr. Nakata started Hibiya-Nakata in such unique setup.

Shunsuke Inoue

Robert J. Cosgrove joins Leaders in Law as the Insurance Law Member in Pennsylvania, USA

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Leaders in Law, the leading platform in its field, is delighted to welcome Robert Cosgrove as our exclusively recommended & endorsed Insurance Law expert in Pennsylvania, USA.

A courtroom-tested trial lawyer and appellate advocate, Robert J. Cosgrove has handled cases in state and federal venues across the United States as well as in the International Court of Commerce. Bob litigates a very wide range of matters, including premises and liquor liability cases; trucking and motor vehicle claims; product liability and product recall suits; personal care home, senior living and home health aide cases; and cases involving construction defects, catastrophic personal injury and significant property damage claims.

He defends individuals and businesses in complex professional liability and errors and omissions cases, advises clients on fraud-based and other first- and third-party coverage issues, and investigates and litigates fine art, jewelers block policy and cargo cases. A Certified Information Privacy Professional, US, (CIPP/US) and a Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), he advises on cases related to fraud, data privacy, and cybersecurity claims and investigations.

S.K. Singhi joins Leaders in Law as the Corporate Litigation Member in India

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Leaders in Law, the leading platform in its field, is delighted to welcome S.K. Singhi as our exclusively recommended & endorsed  Corporate Litigation expert in India.

In the modern world, there is a greater respect for ‘how’ over the ‘what’. Clients, associates, employees and other stakeholders are beginning to indicate ‘Don’t just tell us what you will deliver to us, but also tell us how you will do so in a predictable and sustainable manner.’

This is bringing into spotlight a philosophy that is assuming increased importance: Governance.

At our firm, governance stands for two principal realities. One, we believe in holistic integrity – whether this is through communication transparency with our stakeholders, complete compliance with the laws of the land and more than measuring up to the ethical expectations of all those who engage with us. Two, we believe in investing a range of experiences and knowledge in our people, widening their perspectives.

We believe that the combination of subject matter expertise and an ethical mindset can transform realities into the positive with speed. This is how we have enriched stakeholder relationships in the past; this is how we expect to sustain them across the future. This is our simple blueprint of how we expect to make the world a better place for all those who engage with us.

K. Kelly Nottage joins Leaders in Law as the Company Law and Estate & Trust Law Member in the Bahamas

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Leaders in Law the leading platform in its field, is delighted to welcome K. Kelly Nottage as our exclusively recommended & endorsed Company Formation, Company Law and Estate & Trust Law expert in the Bahamas.

Mr. Nottage is a Barrister-at-law and a founding Partner of Sovereign Advisors Bahamas. Prior to forming Sovereign Advisors, Mr. Nottage was manager and head of the LATAM Desk at one of the oldest trust companies in The Bahamas. During his six years as a trust officer and manager, Mr. Nottage was responsible for the structuring and administration of trusts, foundations, funds and other fiduciary products primarily for Latin American clients. Drawing from his legal training and practical experiences applying the law to real life situations, Mr. Nottage is well versed in financial and corporate services law. He advises Family Offices, Trustees, Broker Dealers, Developers and Others on licensing, tax, operational substance and structuring matters within The Bahamas. 

Mr. Nottage currently serves as a Director of the Central Bank of the Bahamas and he is a former Director of Bahamasair Holdings Ltd., the national airline of The Bahamas. He also serves as the CEO and Director of Sovereign Advisors & Partners Limited, a regulated and licensed multi family office and financial services firm.  

 A graduate of the University of Western Ontario, Canada and Worcester College, University of Oxford, Mr. Nottage began his legal career as a pupil and Associate at a top tier Bahamian law firm where he practiced in its Litigation, Banking and Trust practice groups. He is admitted to the Bars of England and Wales and The Bahamas and he is a member of the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple. 

K. Kelly Nottage

Dr. Azab Alaziz Alhashemi joins Leaders in Law as the International Arbitration Law Expert in Qatar

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Leaders in Law the leading platform in its field, is delighted to welcome Dr. Azab Alaziz Alhashemi as our exclusively recommended & endorsed International Arbitration Law expert in Qatar.

Arbitrator and Expert in International Investment Law in MENA region & Expert and researcher in Arab arbitration laws. He has several books on comparative arbitration law and international research in this field.

He belongs to a large group of international institutions, federations and institutes in international arbitration around the world, and holds positions within the specialization in several countries, and has practiced arbitration in 154 cases around the world

He specializes in drafting and review of major construction contracts and practices the fields of International Investment Law and International Trade and Dispute Resolution.

He is regularly involved in cases arising from

  • International construction law,
  • State and private commercial investment agreements
  • Bilateral and multilateral international treaty negotiations and agreements
  • Public Private Partnership Contracts (PPP)
  • Concession, Partnership & Technology transfer contracts
  • Review and Scrutiny of oil and gas agreements (DPSA & EPSA Agreements)
  • He is renowned for his skills as a commercial negotiator, mediator, and arbitrator in Investment Arbitration & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Dr. Nasser Al-Adba joins Leaders in Law as the International Arbitration Law Expert in Qatar

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Leaders in Law the leading platform in its field, is delighted to welcome Dr. Nasser Al-Adba as our exclusively recommended & endorsed International Arbitration Law expert in Qatar.

Managing Partner – Head of Arbitration department in Omani & Partners LLP

Dr. Al-Adba is an accomplished, highly respected, and well-traveled lawyer, having studied and practiced law extensively throughout the world. He specializes in the drafting and review of major construction contracts and practices in the fields of International Investment Law and International Trade and Dispute Resolution, having recently been chosen for the World Trade Organization roster of panelists (WTO).

He is regularly involved in cases arising from 

  • International construction law,
  • State and private commercial investment agreements
  • Bilateral and multilateral international treaty negotiations and agreements
  • Public Private Partnership Contracts (PPP)
  • Concession, Partnership & Technology transfer contracts
  • Review and Scrutiny of oil and gas agreements (DPSA & EPSA Agreements)

He is renowned for his skills as a commercial negotiator, mediator, and arbitrator in Investment Arbitration & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Academic Awards and Achievements

  • Ph.D., in International Investment Arbitration, University of Manchester, UK.
  • G.D.L. in International Negotiation, Mediation, and Dispute settlement at Harvard  Law School, USA.
  • Master in International Oil and Gas from Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, Geneva, Switzerland.
  • L.L.B. Qatar University, Faculty of Law, State of Qatar.

Dr. Veronica-Anne Spiteri joins Leaders in Law as the Criminal Law Expert in Malta

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Leaders in Law the leading platform in its field, is delighted to welcome Dr. Veronica-Anne Spiteri as our exclusively recommended & endorsed Criminal Law expert in Malta.

Dr.Veronica-Anne Spiteri graduated with a Bachelor of Laws and a Diploma in Legal Procurator from the University of Malta in 2015. The following year, in 2016, Veronica-Anne graduated with a Diploma Notary Public. Veronica-Anne completed her Doctor of Laws degree in 2018 from the University of Malta, having her doctoral thesis entitled, “The European Investigation Order: the pinnacle tool to fighting cross-border crime?”. She was called to the bar of the Republic of Malta in March 2019.

Although relatively young in age, Dr.Veronica-Anne has already successfully won many Criminal Law cases in Malta relating to drug trafficking, grievous bodily harm, domestic violence, and various other crimes and contraventions amongst others.

Although specialising in criminal law, Veronica-Anne has a wide-ranging knowledge on alternative subjects, having previously given lectures which were organised by the Malta Institute of Management in both Social Security, as well as Company liquidations. She also assists various clients with regard to various family law disputes. Dr.Veronica-Anne is a member of the Chamber of Advocates Malta, as well as a member of the European Criminal Bar Association, and also a member of the European Fraud and Compliance Lawyers.

Firm Description:

Spiteri & Wadge Advocates stemmed from a positive relationship during our University years. Although we understood the struggle in opening a firm, we felt it was the right path for us. Our expertise and knowledge complimented each other. Whilst Alison is focused on civil law and debt collection, Veronica focuses mainly on Criminal Law.

Our Goal

To solve our clients legal problems as quickly, efficiently and as inexpensively as possible, always ensuring the protection of their rights irrespective of the circumstances.

Vivian Desmonts joins Leaders in Law as the M&A Law Expert in China

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Leaders in Law the leading platform in its field, is delighted to welcome Vivian Desmonts as our exclusively recommended & endorsed M&A Law expert in China.

Vivian will focuses on building relationships with Chinese businesses entering or expanding in international markets, as well as international companies looking to do business in China. He is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Guangzhou office.

Vivian previously joined from DS Avocats after serving for a number of years as the firm’s Chief Representative in Guangzhou, having been instrumental in establishing the office there in 2007. He worked as an associate lawyer in the Paris office of DS Avocats and spent some time with the firm in Shanghai.

Licensed as a French attorney at law admitted to the Paris Bar, he is also a registered foreign lawyer with the Guangdong Provincial Bureau of Justice and arbitrator at the Shenzhen Court of International Arbitration.

Vivian broad expertise ranges from legal services and particular experience in advising clients on the establishment, acquisition, operations and restructuring of joint venture companies and wholly foreign owned enterprises in China. He has extensive knowledge of the Chinese market and wider region, and has worked with national and international clients from all sectors.

Practice Areas

Career / Qualifications

  • November 2019 – Gowling WLG (UK), Partner
  • 2012 – Member of the panel of arbitrators, Shenzhen Court of International Arbitration
  • 2007 – DS Avocats, Expatriate Partner, Chief Representative Guangzhou office
  • 2007 – Registered foreign lawyer, Guangdong Bureau of Justice
  • 2004 – Admitted to the Bar, Paris
  • 2004 – DS Avocats, Associate
  • 1999 – University of Paris II Assas, Master in Business and taxation law (Maitrise de droit des affaires et fiscalité)
  • 1998 – DS Avocats, Paralegal/Intern

Education

  • 2000 – University of Paris II Assas, Postgraduate degree in Comparative law (DEA de droit comparé)
  • 1998 – University of Le Havre Normandy, Bachelor in private law

    Languages

    English, French, Mandarin, Cantonese

    Neil Brydges Joins Leaders in Law as the Exclusive Tax Services Member in Australia

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    Leaders in Law, the leading platform in its field, is delighted to welcome Neil Brydges as our exclusively recommended & endorsed Tax Services expert in Australia.

    Neil is a Principal Lawyer in the business law area of Sladen Legal, with a particular focus on taxation advice and disputes.

    Taxation law is a complex area. Neil’s aim is to provide technical expertise to clients, commercially applied and in a friendly and approachable manner. Neil’s practice involves advice, audits, disputes, and transactions. The client mix includes both family groups and business enterprises. Neil also regularly assists professional advisors, including tax agents, accountants and financial advisors, to understand complex legal issues and help them to better assist their own clients.

    Neil is a Chartered Tax Advisor with The Tax Institute and accredited as a specialist in taxation law with the Law Institute of Victoria. Since 2019 Neil has been named one of Australia’s “Best Lawyers of the Year” in the practice of tax law. The list is compiled by United States peer-review company Best Lawyers and published in the Australian Financial Review. Neil was also recognised in Doyles Guide as a recommended tax lawyer in 2021.

    Neil Brydges

    Glen M. Lindsay joins Leaders in Law as the Real Estate Litigation Law Member in Florida, USA

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    Leaders in Law the leading platform in its field, is delighted to welcome Glen M. Lindsay as our exclusively recommended & endorsed Real Estate Litigation Law expert in Florida, USA.

    Born in Houston, Texas, Glen M. Lindsay earned his B.S. in Communication Studies and Philosophy from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois where he was a four-year recipient of the Thomas J. Watson Memorial Scholarship and a joint JD/MBA (Finance) from the University of Miami where he was a Graduate Assistant to Prof. Ann M. Olazabal, Esq. researching issues related to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act.

    Glen’s practice concentrates primarily on business, regulatory and real estate litigation with an emphasis on matters involving fraud and/or deceptive business practices as well as matters at the intersection of commercial litigation and government regulatory compliance.

    In 2019, Glen secured an order of dismissal in federal court in a matter of first impression successfully arguing that when attempting to secure a maritime lien on a vessel that designated as a “blocked asset” by the Office of Foreign Asset Control (“OFAC”), the party seeking imposition of the maritime lien must obtain licensure from OFAC prior to bringing an admiralty action. Versilia Supply Service SRL et al. v. M/Y Waku, 0:18-cv-62975-Cohn/Seltzer (Apr. 16, 2019).

    Prior to joining Saavedra-Goodwin in 2016, Glen was an attorney with two NLJ 350 law firms where he represented numerous Fortune 500 companies focusing primarily on consumer finance and federal regulatory compliance matters.

    Glen has an AV rating from Martindale Hubbell and has been selected as a Rising Star since 2018 by Florida Super Lawyers, a distinction earned by only 2.5% of lawyers. Glen is a member of the Broward County and American Bar associations.

    Glen is admitted to the bar in Florida, the U.S. District Courts for the Southern, Middle and Northern Districts of Florida, and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.