Paul Hastings Recognized in Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Asia-Pacific 2023 Report

Paul Hastings LLP has been recognized as one of the most innovative law firms in the Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Asia-Pacific 2023 report. The firm led among all U.S.-headquartered firms listed in the index of most innovative law firms, and Securities & Capital Markets partner Iksoo Kim was named one of the top 10 innovative practitioners.

The firm was recognized as a “Standout” in facilitating global business for the expansion of its white-collar investigations practice focusing on advising U.S.-listed Chinese companies that risk being delisted under U.S. rules requiring greater access to companies’ financial audits. The firm was also “Commended” in deal making for its role advising South Korean pharmaceutical company SD Biosensor and South Korean private equity fund SJL Partners in their acquisition of US-listed pharmaceutical business Meridian Bioscience.

The FT Innovative Lawyers Asia-Pacific report celebrates the best in innovation from law firms and in-house legal teams in the Asia-Pacific region, recognizing leaders in digital innovation, strategic advice, talent management, and driving positive change in the profession.