CrossBorder

Prominent M&A Expert Sang Jin Han Joins Kim & Chang, Enhancing South Korea’s Leading Law Firm’s Cross-Border Capabilities

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SEOUL, South Korea – South Korea’s premier legal firm, Kim & Chang, has significantly enhanced its expertise in multinational mergers and acquisitions with the recruitment of esteemed attorney Sang Jin Han, who is transitioning from the American law firm Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton. Han, a prominent figure in cross-border legal practices, is accompanied by a skilled group of M&A associates – Ji-won Lim, Jae Sung Kim, and Ki Won Ahn. This move comes as part of Kim & Chang’s strategy to bolster its capabilities in handling global transactions. At Cleary Gottlieb, where Han was … Read more

Cross-Border Legal Battle: Massachusetts Court Debates Authority in New Hampshire Phone Seizure Case

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BOSTON — A legal quandary involving the authority of a Massachusetts police officer who seized a cellphone in New Hampshire has reached the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, putting state jurisdiction at the forefront of a complex legal debate. The case, arising from a 2019 home invasion in Lowell, Massachusetts, challenges the geographical limits of police powers and seeks to clarify which state law governs cross-border police actions. Michael McCarthy, a resident of Nashua, New Hampshire, faces charges in Massachusetts, but his case hinges on the legality of a warrantless seizure of his mobile phone by … Read more

Unlocking the Secrets to Workstyle Reform: A Deep Dive into Japan’s Overtime Regulations on the Latest ‘Cross-Border Catch-Up’ Podcast

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Atlanta, Georgia — A recent episode of the podcast series “Cross-Border Catch-Up” featured discussions centered around Japan’s legislation and corporate practices concerning overtime work, reflecting a global interest in work-life balance reform. Hosted by Skye Hao from Atlanta and Goli Rahimi from Chicago, the discussion delved into the nuances of Japan’s approach to managing excessive working hours, which has been a long-standing issue affecting many workers in the country. Japan’s overtime regulations, including the well-known Article 36 agreements, were central to the conversation. These agreements are crucial as they govern the compensation and legality of … Read more