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Oct 2025Globalaw Launches APAC Data Privacy & Protection Taskforce
October 1, 2025 – Globalaw, a leading network of independent law firms, announces the launch of its APAC Data Privacy & Protection Taskforce, comprising 15 law firms in the Asia-Pacific region with specialised expertise in advising international companies on implementing and managing multijurisdictional data protection programmes.
“International companies face an ever-changing web of data privacy and protection laws," said Globalaw President Peter J. Brown. “Globalaw’s APAC Data Privacy & Protection Task Force provides seamless, cross-border expertise to help clients navigate these issues with clarity and confidence. Our member firms offer strategic advice and legal support to reduce risks, ensure compliance, and build long-term trust.”
Taskforce member firms combine a strategic, business-minded approach with cross-border collaboration to help clients build and maintain responsible and resilient data practices, effectively mitigate and respond to incidents, and provide sophisticated representation to resolve disputes or regulatory investigations. Whether addressing GDPR, CCPA, or emerging data protection frameworks across multiple jurisdictions, our network grants access to the following firms offering consistent, high-quality guidance in the Asia-Pacific region:
Guam: Calvo Jacob & Pangelinan, LLP
Indonesia: Bagus Enrico & Partners
Singapore: Goodwins Law Corporation
Thailand: Legal Advisory Council Limited
Globalaw introduced the Sports Law Taskforce earlier this year, which provides dedicated legal counsel and representation for athletes and stakeholders worldwide. Visit Globalaw Publications & Resources for more information.
About Globalaw
Globalaw is a Chambers Global-ranked Band 1 Leading Law Firm Network of approximately 80 independent law firms and 4,000 lawyers in over 60 countries. Our mission is to foster seamless legal collaboration among member firms and assist them in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions to their clients worldwide. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, global reach, and innovative approach to legal services. Visit www.globalaw.net to learn more.
Media Contact:
Jaime Luckey
Sep 2025Globalaw Welcomes New Africa Members in Egypt & Uganda
Globalaw has expanded its coverage in Africa with the addition of two new member firms: Marghany Advocates and ABMAK Associates, Advocates & Legal Consultants.
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Based in Cairo, Egypt, Marghany is recognized as a leading M&A firm with additional expertise in competition and corporate law, compliance and corporate governance, data protection and media and advertising. With a 38-year history, the firm is led by Managing Partner Amir Marghany and is consistently ranked in Legal500.
For more information about Marghany, visit https://www.marghany.com/.
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ABMAK is headquartered in Kampala, Uganda, and is the market leader in energy, mining, and oil and gas. Additional practice areas of specialisation include corporate and finance, tax and revenue, employment, dispute resolution, and environmental and social governance. Managing Partner Aisha Naiga Wamala heads the 16-year-old firm, which has been ranked in Chambers’ Global Guide for 10 consecutive years.
For more information about ABMAK, visit https://abmak.org/.
Sep 2025Globalaw President Peter Brown Featured in Expansión
Globalaw President Peter Brown sat down with Expansión to discuss the organization's growth and development and how Globalaw’s strong international footprint positions member firms to provide clients with the knowledge, connections, and resources needed to successfully navigate through current challenges and unpredictability.
Jul 2025LawaL Legal & Tax Advisory Receives Italian Excellence Award
Globalaw is pleased to announce that member firm LawaL Legal & Tax Advisory was the recipient of the MF Italian Legal & Tax Excellence 2025 Award in the Tax Corporate category. The annual award recognizes demonstrated excellence in tax consulting and international planning.
LawaL’s interdisciplinary tax team includes Partners Antonio Micalizzi, Paolo Comuzzi, Alberto Picariello, and Roberto Gasparini. As the exclusive Globalaw member firm in Italy, LawaL has established a reputation for delivering exceptional advisory services to both domestic and multinational companies navigating complex international tax challenges.
Jun 2025Highlights from GLEMEA 2025 in Cyprus
Hosted by Pelaghias, Christodoulou, Vrachas LLC (PCV) and sponsored by AESIS, the 2025 Globalaw European, Middle East & Africa Regional meeting (GLEMEA) gathered 104 delegates, speakers, and guests from 30 countries in Ayia Napa to explore timely legal topics, make new connections, and experience the best of Cyprus.
The meeting opened with remarks from Globalaw President Peter Brown, Executive Director Angela Lopez Molina, and host firm Chairman and Managing Partner Alexandra Pelaghias-Christodoulou. It was followed by a keynote address from Nikodemos Damianou, Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy.
The interactive 2-day meeting included informative business sessions and panel discussions on
- Funds and investments in Cyprus
- Cryptoassets
- Building business in and through Cyprus
- How AI is revolutionizing finance, insurance, law and marketing
- The EU AI Act
- How Cyprus serves as a bridge between continents
As a bonus, PCV organized a series of roundtable discussions a day before the event, giving members greater insights into Cyprus’s business, industry and market landscape.
GLEMEA concluded with a lively gala dinner, which featured the presentation of a donation to Vagoni Agapis. The Globalaw Foundation and funds raised from a silent auction contributed a total of €6,700 to the charity. Congratulations to Cohen Amir-Aslani for winning the bid on an authentic Cornelius Papadimosthenis painting!
Thanks to the generosity of our members, Vagoni Agapis will enable six law students in Cyprus and abroad to complete their studies by covering accommodation, tuition, and living expenses.
Ahlawat & Associates is hosting this year’s Globalaw Annual Members Meeting (GLAMM) in New Delhi, India, November 18-23. Mark your calendar and register today so you don’t miss the last member gathering of the year, which includes an optional day trip to the Taj Mahal!
Jun 2025Member Spotlight: McInnes Wilson, Australia
Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, McInnes Wilson reflects on the people and principles that have shaped the firm’s journey. Former Managing Director and CEO Paul Tully shares the firm’s story, what makes McInnes Wilson unique, and how Globalaw membership empowers its delivery of strategic and bespoke cross-border legal solutions.
What is the story behind the firm’s founding, evolution and growth?
McInnes Wilson was founded in 1975 by Peter McInnes, who opened a small office on Edward Street in Brisbane, Queensland, with a vision that strong relationships would serve as the foundation for lasting success. A few years later, Peter was joined by John Wilson, and the firm became known as McInnes Wilson.
Starting as a small insurance and property firm in Brisbane, McInnes Wilson has since grown to have offices across six Australian cities with nearly 400 team members and has established itself as a leading national commercial law firm with an expanding international presence.
In 2025, we proudly celebrate our 50th anniversary, marking five decades of legal excellence and trusted client partnerships. Throughout this period of rapid growth, we have maintained a strong alignment to the core values and commitment to genuine client relationships that Mr McInnes embodied at the firm’s founding.
What are the primary practice areas and/or industries?
McInnes Wilson is a full-service commercial law firm with market-leading expertise across a broad range of practice areas, including corporate and commercial advisory, taxation and structuring, government, health, private client services, commercial litigation, insurance, employment, planning and environment, and construction and property. We provide guidance to clients across diverse industries both nationally and internationally, including through cross-border transactions, dispute resolution and regulatory compliance facilitated by our Globalaw network.
How would you describe the firm’s culture and what makes McInnes Wilson special?
We foster a culture rooted in loyalty, authenticity and a deep respect for our history. Nearly 20% of our employees have been with the firm for over a decade, reflecting our strong sense of belonging and shared purpose. Many of our leaders started their careers with us, and we remain dedicated to nurturing talent and fostering a values-driven workplace.
McInnes Wilson is proudly independent and distinctly Australian, with a strategic national presence and deep local insight. This allows us to deliver tailored legal solutions with a personal touch.
How does Globalaw membership add value to McInnes Wilson?
McInnes Wilson has been a proud affiliate of Globalaw since January 2015. Our membership aligns with the network’s commitment to excellence, collaboration and global service delivery, and has played a key role in expanding our international capabilities.
Our firm actively participates in Globalaw initiatives, including regional meetings, practice group collaborations and task forces. Our lawyers contribute to cross-jurisdictional projects and knowledge-sharing forums, reinforcing our international perspective and commitment to global best practices.
Through our Globalaw affiliation, we have successfully handled international matters such as:
- Tokyo: Advised on the purchase of an interest in an Australian insurance company referred by Chuo Sogo Law Office, P.C.
- Germany: Advised on and negotiated a settlement deed for a contract dispute referred by Goehmann Lawyers.
- Indonesia: We continue to act for a client of Bagus Enrico & Partners in its Australian operations, from establishment of the local operations through to assisting with its commercial and property needs.
- England: Advised on employment and workplace relations related matters for a client referred by GunnerCooke.
These collaborations ensure our clients receive seamless, high-quality legal support wherever they operate—an approach that reflects the mindset we have cultivated over five decades.
Visit www.mcw.com.au for more information about McInnes Wilson.
Jun 2025Globalaw Foundation Donates €6,700 to Local Charity During 2025 European, Middle East & Africa Regional Meeting
(June 13, 2025 – Aiya Napa, Cyprus) - Globalaw, a leading network of independent law firms, announces that its charitable arm, the Globalaw Foundation, presented a donation of 6,700€ to Vagoni Agapis during the 2025 Globalaw European, Middle East & Africa Regional Meeting (GLEMEA) held in Aiya Napa, Cyprus. A portion of the donated funds was raised during a silent auction featuring a painting by Athens artist Cornelius Papadimosthenis.
Vagoni Agapis is a Cypriot non-profit that supports families according to their needs, providing food, clothing, financial assistance, and more.
“The Globalaw Foundation chose this organization because it currently provides financial support for six law students in Cyprus and abroad, enabling them to complete their studies by covering accommodation, tuition fees, and living expenses. Without this support, these students would be at risk of dropping out,” said Theodora Chari from Cyprus-based Pelaghias, Christodoulou, Vrachas LLC, the Globalaw member firm that hosted GLEMEA.
Donating to local charities is a fundamental component of Globalaw’s event programming. Representatives from selected nonprofits are also invited to meet and network with Globalaw member firms, enabling them to increase awareness for their organizations and foster continued connections and engagement.
About The Globalaw Foundation
The Globalaw Foundation supports community organizations focused on helping young people access legal education and increasing access to justice for those who would otherwise be denied it for financial or other reasons. The foundation is funded through donations from Globalaw member firms and funds raised at Globalaw events. Visit www.globalaw.net for more information.
About Globalaw
Globalaw is a global band one Chambers-ranked leading network of approximately 80 independent law firms and 3,000 lawyers in over 60 countries. Our mission is to foster seamless legal collaboration among member firms and assist them in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions to their clients worldwide. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, global reach, and innovative approach to legal services. Visit www.globalaw.net to learn more.
Media Contact:
Jaime Luckey
Jun 2025Globalaw Launches Sports Law Taskforce With 22 Participating Member Firms
June 2, 2025 – Globalaw, a leading network of independent law firms, announces the launch of its Sports Law Taskforce, a dedicated advisory group comprising 22 member firms that provide specialized legal counsel and representation for athletes and stakeholders worldwide.
“Legal awareness and protection are critical for professional athletes to safeguard their interests, reduce risks and unlock opportunities,” said Jonathan Cheong, a consultant at Bagus Enrico & Partners and head of the Globalaw Sports Law Taskforce. “Many sports contracts include a cross-border or multijurisdictional angle, and with new issues emerging around factors like image rights, digital media and international sponsorship deals, a trusted global legal network is indispensable to ensure athletes are protected and empowered.”
From negotiating and drafting athlete contracts, sponsorship agreements and marketing deals to providing expert counsel on intellectual property rights, endorsements, tax advice, and dispute resolution, Globalaw’s Sports Law Taskforce is equipped to handle all legal aspects of the sports industry.
Member firms include
Americas
- Hinckley Allen (USA)
- Jackson Walker LLP (USA)
- Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP (USA)
EMEA
- Caiado Guerreriro (Portugal)
- Cohen Amir-Aslani (France)
- DeBenedetti Majewski Szczesniak (Poland)
- Des Gouttes & Associes (Switzerland)
- Pelaghias Christodoulou Vrachas (Cyprus)
APAC
- Abacus Legal Group (India)
- Abdullah Chan & Co (Maylasia)
- Ahlawat & Associates (India)
- Bagus Enrico & Partners (Indonesia)
- Calvo Jacob & Pangelinan (Guam)
- CDRP Law (Philippines)
- Chuo Sogo LPC (Japan)
- GoldenGate Lawyers (China)
- Goodwins Law Corporation (Singapore)
- Legal Advisory Council Limited (Thailand)
- McInnes Wilson Lawyers (Australia)
- Oldham, Li & Nie (China)
- Simpson Western (New Zealand)
- Stellex Law Firm (Taiwan)
“The Sports Law Taskforce amplifies Globalaw’s important role in providing specialized expertise with an international perspective,” said Globalaw President Peter J. Brown. “The collaboration of our member firms meets the industry’s growing demand for a one-stop solution to address multifaceted issues and cross-border needs.”
About Globalaw
Globalaw is a global band one Chambers-ranked leading network of approximately 80 independent law firms and 3,000 lawyers in over 60 countries. Our mission is to foster seamless legal collaboration among member firms and assist them in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions to their clients worldwide. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, global reach, and innovative approach to legal services. Visitwww.globalaw.net to learn more.
Media Contact:
Jaime Luckey
Jun 2025Cipriani & Werner, P.C. Joins Globalaw
Globalaw is pleased to welcome Cipriani & Werner, P.C., to the network. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Cipriani & Werner, P.C., is a multidisciplinary law firm with over 200 professionals across 18 offices in 10 states and the District of Columbia. The firm has consistently grown since its founding in 1985, and has earned a reputation for providing the highest level of legal representation in areas of products liability, premises liability, medical malpractice, professional malpractice, construction and commercial transportation, as well as employment issues in the areas of workers' compensation and discrimination.
For more information, visit www.c-wlaw.com.
May 2025Member Spotlight: Ilieva Voutcheva & Co. Law Firm, Bulgaria
Located in Bulgaria, a strategic crossroads between Asia and Europe, Ilieva Voutcheva & Co. Law Firm (IV Law Firm) has provided comprehensive legal services to corporate clients since its founding by managing partners Diliana Ilieva and Rossitsa Voutcheva. As a proud Globalaw member since 2007, the firm has established itself as a key player in the Southeastern European legal market.
"Our country may be small, but it's located in a very tactical position on the Balkan peninsula," explains Rossitsa. "Bulgaria can be considered a gateway to Europe from various directions, including Africa and Asia."
Comprehensive Corporate Legal Services
IV Law Firm specializes in corporate and commercial law, with a team of 12 lawyers offering expertise across multiple practice areas, including:
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Tax law (both structuring and litigation)
- Real estate and construction
- Medical law
- Energy and natural resources (particularly renewable energy)
- Competition law
- Data protection and GDPR compliance
- Labor law
- Litigation
"Having lawyers specialized in various legal areas allows us to provide comprehensive legal services to our clients," Rossitsa notes. "Our tax expertise makes it even more all-encompassing and thorough."
Litigation Expertise: A Competitive Advantage
IV Law Firm's expertise in litigation distinguishes it from many competitors. The firm’s litigation resources, strength, and professional capabilities provide clients with multi-disciplinary expertise, allowing them to access the services they need all within one firm.
"I’m proud of our skills as litigators," Rossitsa emphasizes. "Most of our big-law competitors prefer not to litigate. It's quite risky and demands significant resources, in terms of people and time involved."
Landmark Real Estate Projects
The firm has established a particularly strong track record in real estate development projects, handling everything from land acquisition to final property sales. One of their flagship projects is Paramount Gardens, a 50,000-square-meter residential and commercial complex in Bulgaria's capital city. The project presented unique challenges, including acquiring land from more than 50 different owners.
"We started from the beginning—structuring the entire transaction with many landowners involved as well as a group of investors," explains Rossitsa. "Various financial and legal interests had to be considered and adjusted.”
The firm's real estate portfolio also includes successful developments in Bulgaria's winter resort areas, including hotels and residences in the famous Bansko ski resort in the Pirin Mountains and Borovets in the Rila Mountains.
A Culture of Growth and Balance
The firm continues to grow, with the recent addition of Mariella Bogdanova-Kostova representing the next generation of legal talent. The firm takes pride in supporting work-life balance and professional development.
"We are very proud of having Mariella," says Rossitsa. "She's young but already rather experienced, both as a lawyer and as a mother, which is also important, and we very much encourage this."
Another point of achievement is that IV Law Firm is a “training law firm,” similar to a “training hospital” featured in one of the most popular medical TV shows. The firm teaches trainees on every case and paper from their first year in university. IV Law Firm attorneys are eager to transfer their perseverance, tolerance, professionalism and love for the profession to those coming behind.
Trusted Connections Through Globalaw
IV Law Firm values the Globalaw network for collaboration, knowledge exchange, professional credibility and instilling client confidence.
"The opportunity to provide an immediate reference to someone you know personally—I think it's invaluable, a precious advantage," Rossitsa says, describing the benefits of Globalaw membership.
This network has repeatedly proven valuable. Recently, Rossitsa was able to quickly connect a 15-year client with a trusted Globalaw colleague regarding a property purchase in the UK.
"It makes you look very good, capable and effective in your client's eyes as well," she notes. "He feels he can call me for everything, and it worked again."
Visit ivlawfirm.com for more information.
May 2025Highlights from GLAPRM 2025 in Osaka, Japan
Chuo Sogo LPC hosted this year’s Globalaw Asia Pacific Regional Meeting (GLAPRM) in Osaka, Japan, convening delegates from over 20 countries, including all 15 Asia Pacific member firms.
The business program featured engaging roundtable discussions on expanding a business in Japan and Korea, as well as managing a law practice, which included exchanging ideas on marketing, associate training, and financial strategies. Participants also discovered how to effectively apply AI to enhance practices and address critical issues, such as global data privacy across jurisdictions. Members of Globalaw’s new Sports Law Taskforce explored international influences and cross-border considerations for athletes and e-athletes.
Ms. Elizabeth Masamune, PSM, Managing Director of Asia Associates Japan, Inc., and a former senior Australian diplomat, spoke about the opportunities and challenges facing Japanese companies. Mr. Koji Kishida, President and CEO of Yamazen Corporation, discussed the legal expectations of Japanese companies doing business overseas.
Various social and entertainment opportunities enabled participants to experience Japan’s history and culture, including dining at the Geihinkan Former Guest House, a scenic boat tour of the vibrant Dotonbori district, and an exclusive visit to the World Expo 2025 site.
GLAPRM 2025 concluded with a gala dinner at the historic Kyu-Sakuranomiya Kokaido Hall, featuring an electrifying Japanese drum performance. After the session, guests enjoyed an immersive tour of Kyoto's cultural heritage and renowned temples.
During the meeting, the Globalaw Foundation donated $4,500 USD to KOZU GAKUEN (KOZU), a foster home for children who have experienced abuse, poverty, or whose parents are unable to care for them. This contribution holds special significance for Naoko Nakatsukasa, a partner at Chuo Sogo LPC. Naoko was previously appointed as a guardian for a woman with a mental impairment whose child was placed under the care of KOZU for 20 years and grew up to become a care worker at a hospital in Osaka. Read the press release.
Have You Registered for GLEMEA?
Don’t miss the last regional meeting of the year! Meet, network and learn with fellow Globalaw members from June 11 to 14, 2025, hosted by Pelaghias, Christodoulou, Vrachas LLC in the coastal paradise of Ayia Napa. Learn More →
May 2025Globalaw Foundation Donates $4,500 to Local Charity During 2025 Asia Pacific Regional Meeting
(May 12, 2025 – OSAKA, Japan) - Globalaw, a leading network of independent law firms, announces that its charitable arm, the Globalaw Foundation, has donated $4,500 USD to KOZU GAKUEN (KOZU) during the 2025 Globalaw Asia Pacific Regional Meeting (GLAPRM), which took place in Osaka, Japan, in April.
Founded in 1925, KOZU is a foster home for children who have experienced abuse or poverty or whose parents are unable to care for them. The organization houses over 80 children from 0 to 18 years old.
“We support children living with us in maintaining their dignity, growing up healthy in both mind and body, and becoming independent,” said a KOZU GAKUEN representative. “We promise to make meaningful use of this donation from the Globalaw foundation for the benefit of our children.”
The contribution to KOZU holds special significance for Naoko Nakatsukasa, a Partner at Chuo Sogo LPC, the Globalaw member firm that hosted GLAPRM. Nakatsukasa previously served as a guardian for a woman with a mental impairment whose child was placed under the care of the foster home for 20 years and grew up to become a care worker at a hospital in Osaka.
“KOZU provides safety, stability and a family environment to children who need it most,” said Globalaw President Peter J. Brown. “We are grateful to our members for uniting behind this powerful cause and enabling the Globalaw Foundation to make a transformative difference in the lives of children.”
Donating to local charities is a fundamental component of Globalaw’s event programming. Representatives from selected nonprofits are also invited to meet and network with Globalaw member firms, enabling them to increase awareness for their organizations and foster continued connections and engagement.
About The Globalaw Foundation
The Globalaw Foundation supports community organizations focused on helping young people access legal education and increasing access to justice for those who would otherwise be denied it for financial or other reasons. The foundation is funded through donations from Globalaw member firms and funds raised at Globalaw events. Visit www.globalaw.net for more information.
About Globalaw
Globalaw is a global band one Chambers-ranked leading network of approximately 80 independent law firms and 3,000 lawyers in over 60 countries. Our mission is to foster seamless legal collaboration among member firms and assist them in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions to their clients worldwide. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, global reach, and innovative approach to legal services. Visit www.globalaw.net to learn more.
Media Contact:
Jaime Luckey
Apr 2025Globalaw Appoints Ángela López Molina as First Executive Director
Globalaw, a global band one Chambers-ranked leading network of independent law firms, has named Ángela López Molina as its first Executive Director. This strategic appointment marks a significant milestone in Globalaw's growth and organizational development, reinforcing its mission to foster seamless legal collaboration among member firms and assist them in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions to their clients worldwide.
In this newly created role, López will serve as the organization's chief executive officer, overseeing the strategic vision and leadership, organization management, advocacy and external relationships, marketing and communications strategy, member engagement and development, and financial performance. She will work closely with the Board of Directors, member firms, and external partners to promote Globalaw’s mission and strengthen the organization’s offerings and presence in the international legal landscape.
"The creation of the Executive Director position represents Globalaw's commitment to providing unparalleled support to our member firms as they deliver seamless legal services across international borders," said Globalaw President Peter Brown, a partner at Vancouver-based law firm EKB." Ángela's exceptional background in international law, proven leadership acumen, and deep understanding of organizational and financial strategies make her the ideal candidate to lead our organization into its next chapter of growth."
With over 20 years of international legal experience in Spain and China, López most recently served as a Partner at DS Avocats, General Secretary of the DS Group, and a member of its International Executive Committee. She was also the International Legal Counsel for Grupo San José, a multinational construction company.
"I am honored to join Globalaw as its first Executive Director," said López. "I look forward to working with our member firms to further enhance cross-border alliances, develop initiatives that drive member and client engagement, and strengthen Globalaw's position as a premier global legal network."
Fluent in five languages and a member of the Madrid Bar, López holds a Master's in International and European Law from the Catholic University of Louvain-la-Neuve, a Master's Degree in Law from Universidad Complutense, and a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration from the University of Wales.
A recognized leader in the legal field, López was named among the Best Lawyers ranking for Spain in Corporate and M&A Law from 2019-2024, selected as one of the Top 60 Women in the Legal Sector in Iberia by Iberian Lawyer and ranked on Legal 500’s Powerlist of the Most Influential General Counsels in Iberia.
About Globalaw
Globalaw is a global band one Chambers-ranked leading law firm network of approximately 80 independent law firms and 3,000 lawyers in over 60 countries. Our mission is to foster seamless legal collaboration among member firms and assist them in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions to their clients worldwide. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, global reach, and innovative approach to legal services. Visit www.globalaw.net to learn more.
Media Contact:
Jaime Luckey