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Clayton Utz said it published an update by Cynthia Elachi, Anna Casellas and Molly Johnson on the Workplace Protection Orders Bill 2026 (NSW), introduced into the New South Wales Legislative Assembly on October 20, 2026. The firm's article examined the bill's proposed orders protecting retail workers who interact with the public, including who can apply and the conditions and duration of orders.
Clifford Chance said it advised CICC on its merger with Dongxing Securities and Cinda Securities by absorption and share exchange, completed on October 26, 2026. The firm said the combined group is expected to be one of China's largest securities firms and that lawyers from 15 offices worked on M&A, financial regulation, capital markets and antitrust matters.
Cooley said it advised Corxel on its planned business combination with Amanat Acquisition Corp. The firm said the transaction and concurrent private investment were expected to provide approximately $377 million in gross proceeds before expenses, assuming no redemptions by the acquisition company’s shareholders.
Cooley said it advised TriGemX Bio on its planned business combination with TCGX Acquisition Corp. The firm said the transaction would support development of elismetrep, TriGemX’s migraine treatment candidate, including work toward clinical trials, regulatory submissions and preparations for a potential United States launch.
Holland & Knight said it released an episode of Real Estate Law Unlocked featuring Isabel Diaz and Tyler Layne on bankruptcy provisions in retail leases. The firm’s podcast examined how tenant and landlord bankruptcies affect negotiated lease arrangements and the limits on enforcing contractual remedies.
Mayer Brown said it published a chapter on contracting for agentic artificial intelligence in managed services. The firm’s publication examined outsourced business functions in which AI systems perform work alongside people, addressing contract structures, performance measurement, operating controls and the allocation of transformation responsibilities.
Pinsent Masons said it published an Out-Law analysis by Joanna Białoskórska and Tomasz Piotrowski comparing the proposed EU Inc regime with the Polish simple joint-stock company and limited liability company. The firm's article examined incorporation, share transfers, governance and liquidation, while noting that the European proposal remains subject to agreement by EU lawmakers.
Clyde & Co said its associated firm Barakat, Maher & Partners advised Awaed Real Estate Investment Fund on its second issuance, a private placement to qualified investors. The firm said the EGP1.77 billion offering was fully subscribed, with its Cairo capital markets team handling the mandate.
Appleby said its Hong Kong office was shortlisted in five categories at the 2026 IFLR Asia-Pacific Awards. The firm said the nominations covered Law Firm of the Year (Offshore Firm) and four Deals of the Year categories, recognising work on debt and equity-linked, high-yield, restructuring and structured finance transactions.
Clyde & Co said Danielle Skinner joined its Sydney office as a partner alongside four lawyers, expanding its Australian casualty practice. The firm said Skinner came from Carter Newell, where she led the general liability team, and brought more than 15 years of experience.
Rajah & Tann said it published an update on Singapore’s cybersecurity strategy, examining its four pillars and two supporting enablers. The firm’s publication discussed implications for businesses and technology vendors, including the protection of critical infrastructure and preparations for threats associated with emerging technologies.
Pinsent Masons said it published an Out-Law update on Singapore's updated tripartite haze guidance from the Ministry of Manpower, SNEF and NTUC, with commentary from employment lawyer Mayumi Soh. The firm's article examined measures employers can consider when haze affects working conditions, including adjustments for vulnerable employees and arrangements for employees whose duties require outdoor work.
Sidley Austin said it released the second half of its annual Supreme Court podcast episode, examining cases on the new term’s docket. The firm said the discussion covered business-related litigation and other pending disputes, including election rules, executive authority and challenges involving cultural and social issues.
McDermott Will & Schulte said it advised Surgery Partners on its agreement to be acquired by HealthSpan Partners in an all-cash transaction with an enterprise value of approximately $5.7 billion. The firm said the deal involved Surgery Partners’ outpatient surgical business and HealthSpan, an affiliate and supporting organization of Bon Secours Mercy Health.
Sidley Austin said Los Angeles partner Lisa Gilford was selected for the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles’ Maynard Toll Award for Distinguished Public Service. The firm said the honor recognized her pro bono advocacy and work to expand access to justice for underserved communities.
Jackson Walker said it would host Globalaw’s annual members meeting in Austin from October 28 through October 31, 2026, at Omni Barton Creek. The firm said the program would bring together lawyers from the international network for discussions on business, legal practice and cross-border collaboration.
Foley & Lardner said it published a guide by John Birmingham Jr. on preparing and presenting labor arbitration matters. The firm’s publication addressed executives, in-house counsel, human resources professionals and advocates handling disputes under collective bargaining agreements, covering preparation through the hearing and post-hearing submissions.
Gibson Dunn said it advised the EQT-managed Scaleup Europe fund on its investment in Pigment’s Series E financing at a $2.3 billion valuation. The firm said the fund led the round, with lawyers in London and Paris advising on the investment and related employment, tax, privacy and technology matters.
McDermott Will & Schulte said it advised Lockheed Martin on regulatory matters for its $3.45 billion acquisition of Ultra Maritime. The firm said its team handled antitrust and foreign investment filings across several jurisdictions, supporting a transaction involving undersea and anti-submarine capabilities used by allied navies.
McGuireWoods said Lisa M. Medina was elected a fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel. The firm said her practice includes tax-exempt financings for educational institutions, hospitals, life care communities and other nonprofits, as well as state and local government bond transactions.
Sidley Austin said Matthew Thompson was recognized in The Hollywood Reporter’s 2026 Creator A-List coverage for representing Alex Cooper, the host of Call Her Daddy and founder of Unwell. The firm said Thompson advises Cooper on transactions, investments, joint ventures and strategic partnerships.
Varnum said it advised SxanPro on its acquisition by Vizient, supporting the healthcare inventory technology company from the letter of intent through due diligence and the purchase agreement. The firm said SxanPro’s technology uses device identification scanning to help healthcare organizations manage inventory.
Cole Schotz said it published an update by Jordan Metzger on New York City’s revised Community Opportunity to Purchase Act bill. The firm’s article examined the measure passed by the City Council, describing its proposed property-sale procedures and the changes affecting owners and prospective buyers.
Appleby said it acted as Cayman Islands counsel to Frazier Life Sciences Acquisition Corp. II on its $75 million initial public offering. The firm said the biotechnology-focused acquisition company is sponsored by Frazier Life Sciences, which it described as a long-established biotech investor with venture and public-market strategies.
Pinsent Masons said it published an Out-Law update on the UK government's response to Public Accounts Committee recommendations on large business tax compliance, with comments from partners Jake Landman and Ian Robotham. The firm's article said the government accepted all seven recommendations and examined planned changes to HMRC enquiries, reporting and the use of data analytics.
Clyde & Co said it published an article by Robin Wood and Mahmud Sawan comparing good-faith obligations in construction contracts under English and Middle Eastern laws. The firm’s article examined how governing law and contract drafting affect obligations during performance, disputes and termination of construction arrangements.
Snell & Wilmer said Nora Z. Naccachian joined its Los Angeles office as an associate in its Litigation, Investigations, and Trials Group. The firm said her practice focuses on complex commercial and business disputes, including litigation arising from commercial agreements and business relationships in state and federal courts.
Sidley Austin said it published an update comparing two new Justice Department self-disclosure programs relevant to healthcare and life sciences companies, one criminal and one civil. The firm's article examined their different reporting routes and potential benefits, alongside questions about sequencing disclosures when conduct may create overlapping forms of exposure.
Sidley Austin said it represented Bolt Biotherapeutics in its acquisition of Prana Therapies and a concurrent private placement providing $120 million in upfront gross proceeds. The firm said the acquisition would advance Prana’s pipeline of antibody therapies for inflammatory diseases, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and atopic dermatitis.
Seyfarth Shaw said it would hold a webinar on protecting life sciences trade secrets from development through commercialization and the use of artificial intelligence. The firm said the program was intended for in-house counsel, business leaders, compliance professionals and others responsible for confidential information.