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December 6th, 2012 Questions: I am a "senior" associate (8 years) who has been laid off by my firm. The partners have told me that the lay-off is not performance related. When I interview for a new position, how do I answer the question, "...why did you leave your old ... Read more >May 23rd, 2012 Head East: Insights on Legal Practice in AsiaCandidates frequently ask us how lawyers who have already made the move to Asia have found the experience. How is Asian practice different from legal practice in other jurisdictions? How will the move enhance my career ... Read more >
October 26th, 2011 Question: Mid-level Chinese-speaking lawyer in New York with Big Law and 5+ years of corporate transactional experience. I am interested in moving to Asia with my family and I am also at a stage of my career when I feel ready to make a move in-house. What are my options for ... Read more >
Articles
Article 1Is the Grass Really Greener?
Switching from Law Firm to Financial Institution
Article 2
The Year of the Junior Partner
Interview Tips
Effective Video ConferencingDressing for an Interview
Interview Tips
Useful Links
http://www.asiaxpat.com(asiaXPAT)
http://www.financeasia.com
(Finance Asia)
http://hongkong.geoschools.com/
(GeoSchools By GeoClicks)
http://www.immd.gov.hk
(Hong Kong immigration authority)
http://www.ird.gov.hk
(Hong Kong tax authority)
http://www.ica.gov.sg
(Singapore Immigration authority)
http://www.iras.gov.sg/irashome/default.aspx
(Singapore tax authority)
http://www.thestandard.com.hk
(The Standard - Hong Kong)