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Contents 4 DeepBlock: Most Innovative LegalTech Firm 2023 - France 6 Robustus Group: Best Asset Management Advisory Firm 2023 – Hong Kong 7 D4U Immigration: Best US & Latin American Immigration Company 2023 8 LEXANTE s.r.o.: IP Law Firm of the Year 2023 - Central Europe 9 Bauroth Law Practice: Best Real Estate & Inheritance Law Firm 2023 - Germany 10 Multrees Law: Best Chinese-Speaking Immigration Law Firm 2023 - England 8 7 9
4 | Acquisition International Legal Awards 2023 Most Innovative LegalTech Firm 2023 - France hrough its digital LegalTech studio, DeepBlock can transform all of its client needs into SaaS services, and further use of API and WebApp allows for the formation of the ultimate custom software development tool, which can nurture an idea, express a need, or provide detailed specifications. Thanks to its support-ready status, the delivery of documentation and any relevant or associated training can be carried out effectively and efficiently, and the easy-touse nature of the platform allows for the uppermost ease in carrying out hosting, assistance, corrective, and evolutionary maintenance. Moreover, DeepBlock’s involvement with cutting-edge data security using pioneering blockchain technology has allowed for its expert team to utilise its eIDAS electronic signature to the best of their ability, affording clients the opportunity to protect their data and manage their transactions as safely and securely as possible. Having specialised in this technology since 2017, the organisation has a wealth of experience in the area and can comfortably and confidently offer it as an additional part of its service repertoire. Despite DeepBlock’s modern approach and the embracing of the latest technological innovations to benefit its clients, the working methods adopted by the company remain very traditional, with great importance attached to listening carefully to customers and managing their needs and demands in an ever-evolving landscape. Throughout this process of discovering client needs, the team are able to meticulously formulate the company’s proposals so that they remain in line with operational objectives. As a direct result, DeepBlock remains at the forefront of the field of SaaS and WebApp development, as well as Artificial Intelligence, with completely innovative services, one around COBOL retro-documentation for IBM Z Mainframes and the other for a better prediction of contact days for hot and cold outbound marketing. The company prides itself on the solutions it offers being easy to use and possessing the ability to be fully customised. All of DeepBlock’s realisations are helpfully accompanied by UI and UX scripting. Endlessly beneficial to customers, this allows all users to be instantly operational. Services are apt for even the most demanding companies, and an array of customisable options and advanced modules are available to ensure the company’s clientele is constantly up to date on the newest and hottest trends and developments within their respective sectors. In addition to the above services, DeepBlock has recently exhibited its new online service, VitalCapital, which can be found at “https:// vitalcapital.fr/,” and has brought the firm phenomenal and unprecedented levels of success since it was unveiled in Paris in June 2023. Proudly presented at the Viva Tech trade show, this revealing marked the first time a service was made available to both resident and non-resident entrepreneurs. Following the release of this ground breaking system, entrepreneurs can now easily obtain their capital deposit certificates in just 24 hours, without having to open an escrow account with the bank. In addition to entrepreneurs, this dedicated service has also been made available to intermediaries and legal service providers across the board. The VitalCapital service has resulted in the creation of a business in France never being so straightforward or quick. With the market for business creation assistance services continuously growing, non-residents who are looking to start-up businesses can find themselves overwhelmed by the complicated administrative processes, which in turn can dampen their spirits and put the brakes on their new business venture. Through this service however, 24/7 access is permitted to deposit capital when creating a business, without impacting any other bank accounts a client may have. An enhanced security service guarantees the highest levels of confidentiality, assuring clients that all of their sensitive information is guarded with unparalleled care and skill. Further sweetening the deal, attractive remuneration and an automated simplification of administrative formality and increased scoring mean that there has never been a better time to start a business in France. With a single price of €139 HT, VitalCapital is dedicated to assisting all foreign entrepreneurs across the globe who wish to create and thrive with a successful business in the country. Through its unique, efficient, and innovative offerings, DeepBlock has established itself as an industry leader, assisting business owners all over the world in starting up their businesses, as well as using its state-of-the-art technologies in the LegalTech sector to offer clients secure, subscription-based offerings that continue to push boundaries and allow for the effective management of all maintenance needs. Contact Details Contact: Christophe Lemée Company: DeepBlock 69, Place du Docteur Félix Lobligeois 75017 Paris, France. Web Address: https://deepblock.eu/ As France’s first legal DLT (Distributed Ledger Technology), DeepBlock has been securing data and producing evidence trails complete with probative value and designs using its own eIDAS electronic signature solution, since commencing operations in 2018. When a customer uses DeepBlock’s services, they will quickly realise the effectiveness of the solutions, and the application will operate in the most efficient way, further benefiting and streamlining their offerings. As CEO Christophe Lemée explains, “it’s very difficult to prove the non-existence of something. For everything else, there’s DeepBlock.” We speak with Christophe to learn more about Deep Block’s innovative LegalTech services and solutions. T
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6 | Acquisition International Legal Awards 2023 Best Asset Management Advisory Firm 2023 – Hong Kong Robustus Group is a multi-strategy investment firm, offering clients bespoke, customised asset management and financial advisory services. As a boutique financial institution, the firm’s services are made available to a select group of clients, and unlike large, multi-national financial institutions, there is a keen focus on targeting niche markets. An array of financial services and solutions are on offer, inclusive of investment banking, wealth, asset, and trust management, as well as advisory services to specific sectors or industries, such as high net-worth individuals, families, the sustainable impact sector, and technological sector, among others. We speak to Kenneth Cheung, who tells us more about the firm and its dedication to providing a personal and tailored service. Contact: Kenneth Cheung Company: Robustus Group Web Address: https://www.robustusim.com/index.php In a highly competitive industry, Robustus Group differentiates itself from a host of competitors through its providing of a more personal and hands-on approach with its clients. This is achieved through a small team of highly experienced professionals, who happily work with clients in a close setting that better allows for the understanding of goals and the development of custom strategies that can help them in achieving targets and fulfilling their financial needs. Due to its specialised focus, Robustus Group seeks out team members who possess deep industry knowledge and a wealth of expertise. This allows its employees to provide the necessary targeted advice and solutions to clients, assisting them in navigating complex financial situations on the path to reaching their financial objectives. In addition to this expertise, within the company there is a drive to build strong, lasting relationships with clients, prioritising client satisfaction with an aim to provide exceptional service, always going that extra mile to exceed expectations. Robustus Group’s core mission is to integrate ESG factors into its investment and advisory services. To this end, its primary goal is the promoting of responsible and sustainable business practise, while simultaneously generating a positive financial return for all of its clients. Beyond sustainable investment and ESG integration, Robustus Group may additionally engage in impact investing, with this involving the seeking out of opportunities that make a positive impact in areas such as clean energy, affordable housing, healthcare, and education. Following on from this, the firm has adopted a culture that rests atop its motto, “we find innovative ways to sustain life”, and constantly searches for innovative ways to cultivate an environment that aligns with this. This motto is clearly communicated to all team members, and the company’s leaders and managers embody it through their actions and behaviour. Through this environment, team members feel comfortable in expressing ideas, concerns, and providing feedback. Robustus Group is also keen to celebrate achievements, provide growth opportunities, embrace diversity and inclusion, and champion innovation. In a similar vein, when the company looks to hire new talent, it employs a range of strategies with strong ties to the above traits. Moreover, the firm proudly offers competitive compensation and a stellar benefits programme that more than measure up to the industry standard. This is inclusive of flexible working arrangements, wellness programmes, and development opportunities. Robustus Group also effectively leverages a key social media and online presence and works with universities and other sustainable organisations to establish partnerships and attract talent through internships and the sponsoring of research projects. With its exceptional team of staff, Robustus Group has the added advantage of providing specialised expertise in sustainable finance through its offerings of personal and tailored solutions. This USP sets it apart from larger financial institutions who cannot offer this level of specialised service or personalised attention. To remain at the forefront of the industry, the company adopts such strategies as staying up to date on the latest trends, regulations, and innovations, fostering collaborations and partnerships, attracting and retaining the top talent, and constantly monitoring and evaluating through client engagement and feedback. Looking ahead to the rest of 2023 and beyond, Robustus Group is planning to initiate substantial movements in many key growth areas. Works are in place to increase demand for sustainable investments and expand sustainable financial products, strengthen partnerships, continue to embrace and utilise technological advancements, and continue to promote awareness and education surrounding sustainability issues. Ultimately, these developments all point towards a promising future for Robustus Group, and by staying ahead of market trends, expanding its offerings, continuing to build partnerships, and welcoming technological advancements in the field, the company can continue to hold its position as a frontrunner and leader in sustainable finance, and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Acquisition International Legal Awards 2023 | 7 Best US & Latin American Immigration Company 2023 t D4U Immigration, facilitating the immigration journey for its clients is the core of everything that it does. Above all else, it wishes to see individuals finally live their dream within the US, and has crafted a resolute service structure around prioritising client satisfaction. As such, it has earned itself quite the reputation throughout the region. Its dedication to remaining updated on every minute policy and service change within the immigration industry is just one quality that stands as a testament to this fact – only through keeping itself proactive can it truly deliver the best immigration solutions to aspiring families and businesses. Supporting those who turn to it for assistance, D4U Immigration adopts an unapologetic, client-centric approach to each of its individual services. Regardless of whether it’s working alongside a single person wishing to immigrate to the US for personal reasons, or assisting a business in establishing itself in the region as seamlessly as possible, D4U Immigration has committed itself to an undeniable sense of companionship and personalisation. Its team doesn’t believe in cookie-cutter approaches – instead, it looks for the most transparent, efficient, and cost-effective methods, depending on the requirements of each unique case. Additionally, thanks to its devotion to remaining at the forefront of immigration services, D4U Immigration has managed to cultivate a fantastic training scheme for the benefit of its staff. After all, only through a structured workforce can a collective truly thrive, and D4U Immigration has long since recognised this fact. As such, it ensures that its team members are consistently trained on emerging technology capabilities and industry changes, keeping them prepared for any eventuality. It’s for this very reason that clients find their expectations exceeded when enlisting D4U Immigration’s help. Through a constant display of passion for helping people achieve their dreams, D4U Immigration has cemented itself as a truly trustworthy and dependable firm. It’s no secret that the immigration industry is one that has undergone some of the most dynamic transformations in recent years. Ranging from changes in immigration policies and procedures, to the ever-evolving state of necessary industry technologies, the sector has proven trickier to navigate than ever before. However, as opposed to letting such a notion prevent it from excelling forward, D4U Immigration has instead taken these emerging factors in its stride. To D4U Immigration, challenges instead manifest as opportunities, producing an eagerness to grow that’s truly admirable. With such a fantastic attitude, it’s little wonder that D4U Immigration has captured the hearts of immigrating individuals, families, and businesses. No matter the needs of a client, D4U Immigration is there to ensure a seamless transition into the immigration process. Offering comprehensive, multilingual services to support its clients, D4U Immigration displays an abundance of love for what it does – a trait that is greatly appreciated in an industry that can sometimes feel difficult to approach. D4U Immigration has sought to deconstruct these barriers, instead making the sector far more accessible than ever before. Immigrating to the US should be an enjoyable experience, and D4U Immigration is possibly the only firm of its nature to reintroduce this mindset to the wider industry. Contact: Paula Kasparian Company: D4U Immigration Web Address: https://d4uimmigration.com/en/ Committed to providing comprehensive immigration services to a diverse clientele, D4U Immigration is a firm that wholeheartedly believes in a streamlined process for individuals, families, and businesses alike. Adopting a personalised and consultative approach, it has accumulated a vast array of immigration matters to suit any need. Be it visa applications, green card petitions, or citizenship applications, D4U Immigration is on-hand to assist clients in reaching the life they’ve dreamed of. Join us as we explore just how it has come to triumph over the US and Latin American immigration sphere. A
Aug22499 8 | Acquisition International Legal Awards 2023 Sep23369 IP Law Firm of the Year 2023 - Central Europe EXANTE is living proof that under the right conditions, and with the right mix of people coming together to unite, a law firm can blossom to seemingly arise from nowhere. The company began with little in the way of initial capital, working out of a small, one-desk office, but in the space of just 2 short years it has risen to become the number one law firm in Slovakia, as named by the prestigious Lawyers Global organisation. The fast-growing firm has a particular focus on consulting with clients who possess a global reach. Through being recognised for its good and consistent work, it has also been able to build a strong brand name on the Slovak law market. This means it no longer has to use its wiles when it comes to client acquisition, because these days clients find the firm by themselves. Of course, however they’ve come to be a patron, every client with any problem is equally as important to LEXANTE, who bases its own worth on the quality of the services it provides. The company name LEXANTE was created by combining the Latin word LEX, meaning law, with the word ANTE, which can be interpreted in the form of EX ANTE as meaning a preliminary legal assessment. The name is becoming well known, and immediately declares the law firm as a strong player with great prospects in Slovakia. The main goal of LEXANTE is to provide clients with an approach that can be simply summarized as “leave it with us”, as it wants its clients to leave all their problems, issues, and stress on its shoulders, where they will be fully taken care of. With LEXANTE’s client roster growing steadily, the company began looking for a place to expand its services. It settled on the strategically relevant new branch in Banská Bystrica, which is a kind of imaginary centre of Slovakia. This means client access from every corner of the country is now comfortably achievable. It hopes to become a leader within the Slovak market for legal services, followed by trying to achieve the same within the larger European framework. The way that LEXANTE approaches the law can be compared to a hospital full of doctors, all fully qualified but specialising in different health areas. It’s the same in law, with LEXANTE taking the notion that within its team of experts, each should concentrate on what they are really good at. This is the best way it’s found to bring client cases to conclusion successfully. At LEXANTE, every client can be sure they are getting legal services of the highest quality from an experienced expert who knows a specific legal field in detail. This means clients can always be advised of the most effective solution to their problems, with effective procedures proposed that fulfil demands of the highest order. The biggest competitive advantage of LEXANTE is that it is home to an experienced team of experts in so many specific fields. The mix is ideal, with professionals ranging in age from the young and ambitious to those who began practising before, during, and after the independence of Slovakia. This means the company can be sure every development made in the field, whether large or small, will be fully taken into account by its experienced attorney team. They all know that in life, as well as in work, it is sometimes necessary to learn how to turn a disadvantage into an advantage, and learn from it. The most unique thing the firm offers is the combination of young ferocity with experience, which is something that is guaranteed to be of benefit for every client the company serves. As the recently announced winner of IP Law Firm of the Year 2023 - Central Europe, in the AI Legal Awards, LEXANTE is certainly moving forward at a pace that is to be truly admired. Company: LEXANTE s.r.o. Web Address: www.lexante.sk Contact Name: Matúš Červený LEXANTE law firm is a young dynamic company that was established in Bratislava, Slovakia in 2020. It provides comprehensive legal advice for individuals and companies with a local and global reach. The team consists of lawyers and financial experts with more than 40 years’ experience between them on the domestic and international market. L
Legal Awards 2023 Acquisition International | 9 eyes to new levels of service.” This is especially relevant in the modern age, where the ability to balance one’s work and private life is greatly valued. Sabrina is adamant legal services should not be left behind. Bauroth Law Practice has been named as Best Real Estate & Inheritance Law Firm 2023 – Germany in the AI Legal Awards. The business is fully deserving of this title, particularly as it always finds a way to see the human being behind the legal issue. Contact Details Company: Bauroth Law Practice Web Address: www.bauroth-jura.com Contact Name: Sabrina Bauroth Best Real Estate & Inheritance Law Firm 2023 - Germany Bauroth Law Practice was founded in 2015, focusing on a small number of legal areas such as inheritance law, estate planning, and real estate law. The firm’s multi-lingual owner/lawyer Sabrina Bauroth is knowledgeable in a wide range of departments, and boasts registered specialist expertise in inheritance law, for which she has completed a Fachanwaltskurs. This is a specialised course under German legal practice standards, and involves completing studies to an even higher standard than those of a normal lawyer. Sabrina is particularly passionate about inheritance law, estate planning, and real estate law, and qualified as an estate executor in 2017. This means, under German law, she can handle all aspects of a deceased person’s estate, provided they installed executorship. It enables Sabrina to distribute the deceased person’s estate according to their wishes. Further courses Sabrina has undertaken include a specialist course in construction law and architectural law, and a course at the University of Mannheim to become a certified expert in business succession. This accentuates her expertise in her chosen specialist area, and also bolsters clients’ trust in her. Sabrina’s company mission centres around her choice to become a lawyer for the selfless reason of providing legal support to clients who need it. She hopes to be able to translate legalese into plain speaking, and help clients through their journey into the legal world as a valued expert. Sabrina loves to provide a service that pleases clients, and feels gratified when their satisfaction reflects back as a wonderful feeling of fulfilment. After the fall of the Berlin wall in 1989, the reunification of Germany has caused many legal issues to come to the fore. In fact, there are still a vast number of cases that were closed under East German law, yet have many questions over validity on termination. Often this is the case when it comes to real estate law and East German leases. Following reunification, specific laws were enacted to deal with handling real estate questions that raise East German legal problems. Sabrina helps by advising clients both in and out of court, and bringing her qualified legal eye to settlements. As a child born in East Berlin, in 1980, this area of the law connects past, present and future for Sabrina, and stands out as a real turning point in her career. She considers herself an all-round expert in German real estate law now. Moving from one set of now defunct laws to the modern regulations of the legal profession today, Sabrina is resolute in her feeling that digitalisation is absolutely crucial. For one thing, being able to offer video calls, emails, and phone calls enables contact whenever and wherever it’s needed. As a single mum, Sabrina knows how important it is to offer flexible services, plus, digital services also enable access for clients who live a long way away from their lawyer’s office. Legal services do not have to be delivered in an old-fashioned office only environment, they can be flexible, and lawyers can have a chance to expand their range. Sabrina thinks “legal advice can be provided in more than a thousand ways, and the legal profession should not close their Sabrina Bauroth is the owner and legal practitioner at Berlin based Bauroth Law Practice. The company has special interests in GDR (German Democratic Republic) transition law, inheritance and estate planning, construction and architectural law, and real estate. It offers legal representation to both private and commercial clients regarding any of these niche areas.
Acquisition International Legal Awards 2023 | 10 Best Chinese-Speaking Immigration Law Firm 2023 - England ith the constant fluctuation of UK immigration law, the everpresent need for cohesive guidance has never been higher. Thankfully, Multrees Law seeks to fill this need. Having long since recognised that each individual client is encountering a situation with its own personal challenges, the firm has identified some of the sector’s most definitive approaches towards solving them. By providing tailor made immigration legal guidance, complete with a workable plan to assist its clients in gaining either private or institutional visas, Multrees Law has redefined expectations throughout the sphere. Predominantly serving UK-based SMEs who are looking to hire or retain the skillsets of migrant workers, Multrees Law helps companies to acquire UKBI Sponsor Licences in an efficient manner. In turn, clients can sponsor their employees without additional legal stresses. Multrees Law takes care of all of the challenges that an SME could possibly face in such a scenario, turning what is often viewed as a daunting process into a streamlined and straightforward one. Alleviating strain is where Multrees Law thrives, and this quality is perfectly reflected through its impressive track record. However, its clients don’t exclusively consist of small and medium businesses. In addition, it also seeks to serve individuals who are in need of a UK visa for business, family, or nationality reasons. For example, Multrees Law demonstrates an exemplary understanding of the inner workings of helping clients acquire British Nationality. This adeptness has been noted by every client it has provided for, which is ultimately the reason for 95% of its client base consisting of those who have been recommended its services through friends, connections, or colleagues. Yet, Multrees Law’s versatility doesn’t end with its ability to assist a variety of clients of all sizes and backgrounds. Though it had initially garnered impressive renown for assisting a clientele comprised of 70% exclusively mandarin speakers, Multrees Law has taken its linguistic capabilities one step further to encompass Italian, Japanese, and Korean. As such, it has broadened its services to an impressive degree, granting clients a peace of mind that they may have otherwise had to forgo in order to get results. At its core, Multrees Law is fully devoted to obtaining visa application approval, and does so whilst keeping the best interests of every client in its heart. Through this approach towards the immigration legal sector, it has been able to accumulate a vast skillset – one that has served clients well over the years. By practising UK immigration law accurately and appropriately, whilst applying immense levels of attention to detail throughout the execution of its services, Multrees Law has come to embody what the immigration sphere should aspire to be. Its professionals are nothing short of astounding in their field, allowing Multrees Law to prosper for the sake of both itself and its clients. We’re incredibly keen to see where Multrees Law goes from here as it progresses into 2024. Having already secured such astounding feats, we’re sure that it’ll only continue to make the lives of its clients far easier. The immigration legal industry is often a tricky one to navigate, and yet it seems as though Multrees Law has become a master of getting its clients to where they need to be. Contact: Sisi Zhou Company: Multrees Law Web Address: https://www.multreeslaw.com/ Based in central London, Multrees Law is a boutique UK immigration law firm that has proudly spent its lifetime delivering results to a variety of clients. Since its inception, it has already gained a 100% 5-star rating on Google, with endless positive feedback also attached to its name. Join us as we venture through how Multrees Law has accomplished such a feat, and how it goes above and beyond to provide immigration legal advice and guidance to fulfil each client’s unique interests. W
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