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HFW achieves top-tier rankings in The Legal 500 2025 Asia Pacific Guide
HFW has been recognised as a leading firm in the 2025 edition of The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, which identifies the top lawyers and law firms in Australia and Singapore.
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HFW advises the parent company of GME on acquisition of Eylex
5 May 2025
HFW has advised the parent company of GME, one of Australia’s largest manufacturers and wholesalers of quality radio communications products, on its acquisition of Eylex.
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HFW advises founders of Micromine in relation to A$1.3 billion sale to Weir Group
1 May 2025
HFW has advised the founding shareholders of Micromine in relation to Potentia Capital's A$1.3 billion sale of the company to Weir Group (Australian Holdings) Pty Limited (Weir Group Australia).
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HFW continues Asia Pacific growth with hire of leading tech and energy disputes Partner and Senior Associate in Singapore
30 April 2025
Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has further expanded its international arbitration practice and continued the growth of its Asia Pacific offering with the appointment of disputes Partner Shaun Leong in Singapore.
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HFW advises First Quantum Minerals on investment in Prospect Resources Limited
29 April 2025
Global sector-focused law firm HFW has advised global metals miner First Quantum Minerals on its strategic investment in Prospect Resources Limited.
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HFW advises Norton Gold Fields on A$166.5 million sale of one of Australia’s largest undeveloped gold mines
9 April 2025
HFW has advised Norton Gold Fields Pty Ltd on the A$166.5m sale of the Bullabulling Gold Project in Western Australia to Minerals 260.
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HFW boosts global competition offering with senior London hire
3 April 2025
HFW boosts global competition offering with senior London hire
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HFW continues global growth with Partner and Legal Director promotions
24 March 2025
HFW continues global growth with Partner and Legal Director promotions
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HFW advises Ambos Energy, founders on capital raise
18 March 2025
HFW advises Ambos Energy, founders on capital raise
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HFW Continues Growth Of Global Insurance Practice And Asia Pacific Offering With Senior Hire In Singapore
16 March 2025
HFW has continued the growth of its international insurance practice and its Asia Pacific offering, with the hire of insurance disputes expert Sinyee Ong in Singapore.
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New Report Data From HFW and CyberOwl Highlights Urgency of Maritime Industry in Tackling Growing Cyber Threats
14 March 2025
New report data reveals that only 1 in 6 shipowners fully understand what a cyber-secure vessel should look like upon delivery, highlighting a critical gap in the industry’s approach to maritime cybersecurity.
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HFW announces Senior Associate promotions across core sectors and international network
14 March 2025
HFW announces senior associate promotions across core sectors and international network
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HFW Advises Energy Trader BGN On US$230m UAE Financing
26 February 2025
HFW Advises Energy Trader BGN On US$230m UAE Financing
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HFW Advises On US$300m Offshore Support Vessel Financing
25 February 2025
HFW Advises On US$300m Offshore Support Vessel Financing
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HFW relocates Hong Kong office as part of continued growth and investment in Greater China
25 February 2025
Global sector-focused law firm HFW has relocated its Hong Kong office to Alexandra House in Central. The move reflects HFW's continued growth and investment in the Greater China region.
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