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Hong Kong (20 January 2026) Loeb Smith is proud to announce that Hong Kong Capital Finance Corporation Limited (HKCFC)’s residential mortgage-backed securitisation (RMBS) transaction, as arranged by United Overseas Bank with HKCFC MBS 5 Limited as the issuer (Issuer), has been named Best Structured Finance Deal of the Year (Hong Kong) at the FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2025. This accolade recognises the complexity and innovation of the HK$1,503 million rated, privately placed fixed-rate RMBS issued by HKCFC MBS 5 Limited, rated Aa2(sf) and A3(sf) by Moody’s. Notably, this transaction marked Hong Kong’s first rated RMBS in more than two decades, marking a milestone for Hong Kong’s capital markets and promoting greater funding diversification among newer originators despite a challenging residential property market. Loeb Smith acted as BVI counsel to HKCFC MBS 5 Limited, led by Vanisha Harjani, Partner in the Loeb Smith Hong Kong office. Commenting in Hong Kong, Partner Vanisha Harjani said: “It is encouraging to see the British Virgin Islands remain a popular and important jurisdiction for issuers in onshore structured finance deals. We are optimistic about the market outlook and remain committed to serving our clients in Asia and those seeking to establish a presence there. This award reflects the strength of Loeb Smith’s corporate and finance capabilities and our commitment to delivering innovative solutions in complex markets. We are honoured to have advised HKCFC MBS 5 Limited on Hong Kong’s Best Structured Finance Deal of the Year.”

Wonderful news: Loeb Smith Attorneys’ Cayman Islands team has once again been recognised in the rankings of Legal500, one of the top international publications that evaluates law firms and legal professionals worldwide. In the 2026 edition, Loeb Smith Attorneys reaffirms its strong Cayman Islands positioning standing out in the Investment Funds practice top tier firms and receiving an accolade for Client Satisfaction.   This recognition highlights the trust our clients place in us, the depth of our expertise and the strength of our multidisciplinary teams focused on delivering outstanding client service. We are very proud of our team and thankful to our clients for taking their time to talk to Legal500. Here is what our clients shared to Legal 500 about us: ‘Their deep knowledge of the nature of digital assets, wallet structures, and Web3 business models is reflected directly in their drafting. Instead of relying on generic fund templates, they proactively incorporate crypto-specific wordings and clauses into fund documents, making them clear, accurate, and practical for all stakeholders, from fund managers to service providers and even auditors.’ *** ‘I’ve worked with Loeb Smith on a number of crypto fund matters, including fund formation, regulatory compliance, and handling in-kind subscriptions using digital assets.’ *** ‘Gary Smith is particularly impressive. He is not only highly knowledgeable on the legal side but also well-versed in how crypto businesses operate in practice. Their ability to explain complex regulatory matters in plain language makes decision-making much easier on our end and the crypto client side.’

We are proud that Loeb Smith’s articles were ranked as Legal Influencer in all quarters of 2025! Many thanks to our readers and to our contributing author colleagues for making it possible! Here to many more to come Edmond Fung 🤜

Loeb Smith was honoured to be awarded Law Firm of the Year: Client Service at the Hedgeweek® US Awards 2025 held last week in New York. Partner, Robert Farrell, and Senior Associate, Juliette Schembri, attended the award gala to accept the accolade and celebrate this achievement. This recognition underscores the firm’s consistent commitment to providing exceptional legal services to clients worldwide. This honour inspires us to continually push forward, grow stronger, and deliver effective legal advice and solutions to our clients. Event photos: US Awards 2025 – Hedgeweek – Law Firm of the Year – Client Services | Loeb Smith Global Vision. Client Focus.

We’re proud to be shortlisted at this year’s Private Equity Wire® US Awards 2025 in the following categories: Law Firm of the Year: Client Services Award Law Firm of the Year: Transactions Award Law Firm of the Year: Fund Structuring Award Law Firm of the Year: Overall Award Please support the fantastic work of our Cayman Corporate/Funds Group by voting @LoebSmithAttorneys by Friday 5 September on this link: https://pew-awards.evalato.com/public-evaluation/19227/login

We are so excited to share that @LoebSmith has been shortlisted in three categories at the ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2025, namely: Fintech Law Firm of the Year  Investment Funds Law Firm of the Year  Offshore Law Firm of the Year The winners will be announced at the ceremony on 12 September 2025 in #HongKong. Thank you all who contributed to this achievement!

Cayman Islands (29 July 2025) – Loeb Smith Attorneys, one of the leading offshore corporate law firms, acted as Cayman legal counsel to xTAO Inc. (“xTAO”) on its reverse merger and successful listing of its common share on Canada’s TSX Venture (TSXV) Exchange. Xtao’s common shares launched on TSXV at the market open on 23 July 2025, under the ticker symbol “XTAO.U”. xTAO is a technology company focused exclusively on growing Bittensor and its decentralized AI ecosystem. Bittensor is a decentralized machine learning protocol that transforms machine intelligence into a tradable commodity by using its native token (TAO) for various purposes within the network. At its core, Bittensor is a platform built around incentives. Users contribute intelligence by helping AI systems improve and then earn TAO tokens based on the usefulness of the data or computational resources contributed to the network. The listing coincides with xTAO’s closing of a US$22.8 million financing of subscription receipts from an array of leading venture capital firms in the digital asset industry, including Animoca Brands, Arca, Arche Capital, Borderless Capital, DCG, FalconX, Hypersphere Ventures, Off the Chain Capital, Republic and Stratos. The company will use the funds to expand its validator operations and build real-world products on top of Bittensor’s open network. xTAO’s Founder, Karia Samaroo said “This listing marks an important milestone for xTAO in its commitment to advance the growth of decentralised AI. I really appreciated the clear advice, guidance and support of the Loeb Smith team throughout the entire process.” The Loeb Smith team was led by Partner Gary Smith, and included team members Vivian Huang and Frost Wu. Partner Gary Smith commented: “We are proud to have advised xTAO in this significant milestone. Their successful listing not only underscores the potential of decentralized technologies but also highlights the growing confidence in the digital asset space. Our firm’s extensive experience in navigating complex corporate transactions within the crypto market enables us to provide effective and strategic advice to innovative companies like xTAO. We look forward to seeing how xTAO will leverage this opportunity to innovate and contribute to the evolution of the Bittensor ecosystem.” About Loeb Smith Attorneys Loeb Smith Attorneys is one of the leading offshore corporate law firms considered one of the most active and knowledgeable firms for advising on offshore investment funds formation and launch of all asset classes including public securities, private equity, venture capital, real estate, and virtual assets. Other areas of strength and growth are advising on M&A, Finance, Corporate Restructurings, Capital Markets, Regulatory Compliance, Investments, Logistics, Shipping and Aviation. Considered a leading law firm in the Fintech and Blockchain Technology space, Loeb Smith also advises on token issuances, application for VASP licences for Web 3.0 businesses,  etaverse infrastructure and other virtual asset service providers, and utilising Cayman and BVI structures to develop virtual asset platforms for DAOs. Loeb Smith’s clients are investment managers, financial institutions, onshore counsels, and HNWIs who the firm advises on day-to-day legal issues and complex, strategic matters. Some of our firm’s recent accolades are: rankings in IFLR1000, Legal 500; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Hedgeweek US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Awards 2023; recognised amongst Top 30 Asia’s Fastest Growing Law Firms in 2023, 2024 by Asian Legal Business; ranked in The A-List: Top Offshore Lawyers by Asia Business Law Journal in 2022 and 2024; winning The Best Offshore Law Firm – Client Service at With Intelligence HFM Asia Services Awards 2024; ranked in ALB Hong Kong Firms to Watch 2024, 2025 lists.

We have also been shortlisted for the first time for the Asia Legal Awards 2025 recognising the region’s most outstanding legal achievements.  Now in its 12th year, this prestigious ceremony honours the most significant transactions, cases, and legal work that have shaped the industry across Asia.

Law firms’ teams rarely are lost for words, but here we are, short and straightforward: after many years of consistent wins in the “Law Firm of the Year: Fund Domicile” category and usual shortlistings in two or three categories, this year we have been shortlisted in no less than six (6) categories at the Hedgeweek® US Awards, namely: Law Firm of the Year: Client Service Law Firm of the Year: Digital Assets Law Firm of the Year: Fund Domicile Law Firm of the Year: Overall Law Firm of the Year: Start-up & Emerging Funds Regulatory & Compliance Firm of the Year: Offshore Please take a moment and support us by voting on this link: https://hw-awards.evalato.com/public-evaluation/19122/login Thank you. It’s a big year! The deadline for voting is Friday 8th August 2025. Winners will be announced on 9th October 2025 at the Hedgeweek® US Awards.

Exciting news! We’ve made it on the shortlist for the HFM US Services Awards 2025 in two categories: Best law firm: private markets Best offshore governance firm. We thank our clients who took the time to provide feedback/testimonials about our legal services delivered to the evolving needs of hedge funds managers. Winners will be announced on September 16, 2025 in NYC. Stay tuned😁!

Hong Kong 2 June 2025 Loeb Smith Attorneys, one of the leading offshore corporate law firms, acted as BVI legal counsel to Pitanium Limited on its successful initial public offering of 1,750,000 Class A ordinary shares. The shares began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on 30 May 2025, under the ticker symbol “PTNM”. Pitanium Limited is a retailer in Hong Kong focusing on the sale of its proprietary brand products in the field of beauty and personal care, namely PITANIUM and BIG PI online. It also generates revenue from the offline sale at six retail stores situated in Hong Kong’s premier shopping destinations. The Loeb Smith team was led by Partner Gary Smith, and included team members Counsel Kate Sun, Associate Frost Wu and Associate Max Lee in Hong Kong. Loeb & Loeb LLP, TC & CO., and Tian Yuan Law Firm acted as U.S. legal counsel, Hong Kong legal counsel, and PRC legal counsel to Pitanium Limited, respectively, and VCL Law LLP as acted U.S. securities counsel for Cathay Securities, Inc., the underwriter in connection with the offering. Corporate Partner, Gary Smith stated: “We are delighted to have advised Pitanium Limited on this significant milestone in its growth journey. Our firm is excited to see the resurgence of activity in capital market listings, and remains committed to delivering the team’s deep expertise, strategic advice and robust legal support in cross-border transactions and capital markets to clients as they navigate their path to success”.

Loeb Smith ranked by Lexology as Legal Influencers Q1 2025 for Private client – Central and South America for  Cayman Islands law and BVI law related topics! 🥳🎉 Follow us to stay updated or catch up with the latest articles and legal insights on this link: https://www.loebsmith.com/news/

We are very pleased to share that our law firm has been ranked again as one of the HONG KONG FIRMS TO WATCH (2025) by Asian Legal Business. Visit ALB to read the announcement: https://www.legalbusinessonline.com/features/rankings-alb-hong-kong-firms-watch-2025  

We are excited to be shortlisted once again in the “Best offshore law firm” and “Best offshore law firm – client service” categories for the With Intelligence HFM Asia Services Awards 2025! Last year we won the “Best offshore law firm – client service” award and had a fantastic time celebrating with friends and other professionals at the With Intelligence HFM Asia Services Awards evening. It is a pleasure working with clients and professional parties in #HongKong, mainland #China #SouthKorea #Japan and other parts of Asia to advise on investment funds employing varying strategies to invest in all asset classes. Being shortlisted in 2025 is industry recognition of our expertise in the investment funds sector and our long-term commitment to delivering outstanding client service. With offices in Hong Kong, British Virgin Islands and Cayman Islands, our integrated business model combined with our far-reaching approach to innovation and client service, enables us to meet the ever-evolving needs of clients and grow alongside them through sustainable partnerships.

Hong Kong April 2, 2025 Loeb Smith Attorneys, one of the leading offshore corporate law firms with a strong growing presence in the APAC region, is pleased to announce that it has advised Hong Kong listed company, CTF Services Limited (formerly known as NWS Holdings Limited) (00659.HK) (“CTF”), in its series of direct and indirect acquisitions of shares in uSmart Inlet Group Ltd (“uSmart”), the Cayman holding company of a leading technology group (with more than 20 global subsidiaries) specialising in the financial industry, dedicated to providing professional one-stop financial and wealth management services and solutions primarily in Hong Kong and Singapore to both retail and institutional clients, for a total consideration of approximately US$130 million. Loeb Smith Attorneys acted as the Cayman and BVI legal counsel to CTF. CTF’s indirect wholly owned BVI subsidiary has entered into conditional sale and purchase agreements and relevant share charge arrangements in its favour (the “Acquisitions”) on March 18, 2025. The completion of the Acquisitions is subject to satisfaction or waiver of certain conditions precedent. The Loeb Smith team included Kate Sun and Max Lee in Hong Kong. Partner and Head of the firm’s Corporate and Investment Funds Group, Gary Smith, commented, “It is very encouraging to see that our firm has a growing presence and is building strong momentum in the APAC market, where our clients are entrusting us with a wide variety of transactional work and important projects. We are thrilled to be working with reputable and well-established listed companies in Hong Kong like CTF, that allow us to advise in such large-scale acquisitions and achieve the necessary milestones together with other professional parties in support of our clients. Mergers and acquisitions, along with capital markets and litigation practices, are other key focus areas of our practice in Asia, and as a young and vibrant firm, we still see continued growth opportunities in this space.” About Loeb Smith Attorneys Loeb Smith Attorneys is one of the leading offshore corporate law firms considered one of the most active and knowledgeable firms for advising on offshore investment funds formation and launch of all asset classes including public securities, private equity, venture capital, real estate, and virtual assets. Other areas of strength and growth are advising on M&A, Finance, Corporate Restructurings, Capital Markets, Regulatory Compliance, Investments, Logistics, Shipping and Aviation. Considered a leading law firm in the Fintech and Blockchain Technology space, Loeb Smith also advises on token issuances, application for VASP licences for Web 3.0 businesses, Metaverse infrastructure and other virtual asset service providers, and utilising Cayman and BVI structures to develop virtual asset platforms for DAOs. Loeb Smith’s clients are investment managers, financial institutions, onshore counsels, and HNWIs who the firm advises on day-to-day legal issues and complex, strategic matters. Some of our firm’s recent accolades are: winning Leading Firm in Client Satisfaction 2024 award by Legal 500; ranked in Investment Funds category and listed as one of the Firms To Watch for Corporate & Commercial by Legal 500 in 2024; named as Recommended Firm by IFLR 1000 from 2021 to 2024; named in Offshore Client Choice List by Asian Legal Business from 2021 to 2023; ranked amongst Top 30 Asia’s Fastest Growing Law Firms by Asian Legal Business in 2023 and 2024; ranked in The A-List: Top Offshore Lawyers by Asia Business Law Journal in 2022 and 2024; named as one of the ALB Hong Kong Firms to Watch 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Hedgeweek US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Awards 2023; and winning The Best Offshore Law Firm – Client Service at With Intelligence HFM Asia Services Awards 2024.

Hong Kong (14 March 2025) Further to the announcement on 22 November 2024, Loeb Smith Attorneys is pleased to announce its role as legal advisor in the successful completion of the going private merger transaction of First High-School Education Group Co., Ltd. (the “Company”), an education service provider primarily focusing on high schools in Western China. This significant transaction, effective 10 March 2025, transforms the Company to a private company and the American depositary shares of the Company are no longer quoted on the OTC market and the Company’s ADS program was terminated. The Company intends to file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) a Form 15 suspending the Company’s reporting obligations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The Company’s obligations to file with or furnish to the SEC certain reports and forms, including Form 20-F and Form 6-K, will be suspended immediately as of the filing date of the Form 15 and will terminate once the deregistration becomes effective. Loeb Smith Attorneys served as the Cayman Islands legal counsel to the Special Committee and the Loeb Smith team of lawyers advising on the closing of the transaction was led by Partner, Gary Smith and included team members Kate Sun and Frost Wu in Hong Kong. Loeb Smith Attorneys looks forward to delivering more insightful and strategic advice and legal support to clients on a diverse range of M&A transactions in the APAC region. First High-School Education Group Announces Completion of Going Private Transaction | Morningstar About Loeb Smith Attorneys Loeb Smith Attorneys is one of the leading offshore corporate law firms considered one of the most active and knowledgeable firms for advising on offshore investment funds formation and launch of all asset classes including public securities, private equity, venture capital, real estate, and virtual assets. Other areas of strength and growth are advising on M&A, Finance, Corporate Restructurings, Capital Markets, Regulatory Compliance, Investments, Logistics, Shipping and Aviation. Considered a leading law firm in the Fintech and Blockchain Technology space, Loeb Smith also advises on token issuances, application for VASP licences for Web 3.0 businesses, Metaverse infrastructure and other virtual asset service providers, and utilising Cayman and BVI structures to develop virtual asset platforms for DAOs. Loeb Smith’s clients are investment managers, financial institutions, onshore counsels, and HNWIs who the firm advises on day-to-day legal issues and complex, strategic matters. Some of our firm’s recent accolades are: rankings in IFLR1000, Legal 500; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Hedgeweek US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Awards 2023; recognised amongst Top 30 Asia’s Fastest Growing Law Firms in 2023 by Asian Legal Business; ranked in The A-List: Top Offshore Lawyers by Asia Business Law Journal in 2022 and 2024; winning The Best Offshore Law Firm – Client Service at With Intelligence HFM Asia Services Awards 2024; ranked in ALB Hong Kong Firms to Watch 2024 list.

We are delighted to announce that our law firm has been shortlisted in the Hedgeweek European Awards in no less than four categories. Law Firm of the Year: Client Service Law Firm of the Year: Fund Domicile Law Firm of the Year: Overall Law Firm of the Year: Start-up & Emerging Funds We are proud to provide a high quality of service that is consistently appreciated by our clients, and we look forward to continuing working with them to find successful outcomes and solutions to their day-to-day issues and complex, strategic matters. Thank you for helping us win in the past two years and for your continuous support.

Hong Kong January 28, 2025 Loeb Smith Attorneys, one of the leading offshore corporate law firms with a strong growing presence in the APAC region, has recently advised investment and securities trading group, Grit Global Capital Group Limited, among other clients, on their new share subscriptions and shareholders arrangements from British Virgin Islands law perspectives (the “Transactions”). The Transactions were led by Partner Ivy Wong and assisted by Max Lee and Frost Wu in Hong Kong. Partner and Head of the firm’s Corporate and Investment Funds Group, Gary Smith, commented, “In view of the continuous growth of our corporate client base and deal flow in Asia Pacific, we have strategically strengthened and expanded our corporate and capital markets practice in Hong Kong to provide a strong team and help serve our clients in same time zone. This move is very well-received by our clients and able to attract new ones who seek to resort to our excellent services, as recognized by reputable legal directories with multiple awards to the firm in client satisfaction and best client services.” Partner Ivy Wong in Hong Kong also commented, “Corporate and shareholding restructurings, new share subscriptions, investors’ collaborations and synergies building are all part of the latest mega trends. The firm is well-equipped with the necessary corporate law capability and expertise to meet those clients’ needs and market trends, which was made possible for reasons of its strong leadership, vision and commitment to the region. The team is pleased to be servicing its clients in different industry sectors that have a common goal and vision for growth and expansion.” About Loeb Smith Attorneys Loeb Smith Attorneys is one of the leading offshore corporate law firms considered one of the most active and knowledgeable firms for advising on offshore investment funds formation and launch of all asset classes including public securities, private equity, venture capital, real estate, and virtual assets. Other areas of strength and growth are advising on M&A, Finance, Corporate Restructurings, Capital Markets, Regulatory Compliance, Investments, Logistics, Shipping and Aviation. Considered a leading law firm in the Fintech and Blockchain Technology space, Loeb Smith also advises on token issuances, application for VASP licences for Web 3.0 businesses, Metaverse infrastructure and other virtual asset service providers, and utilising Cayman and BVI structures to develop virtual asset platforms for DAOs. Loeb Smith’s clients are investment managers, financial institutions, onshore counsels, and HNWIs who the firm advises on day-to-day legal issues and complex, strategic matters. Some of our firm’s recent accolades are: winning Leading Firm in Client Satisfaction 2024 award by Legal 500; ranked in Investment Funds category and listed as one of the Firms To Watch for Corporate & Commercial by Legal 500 in 2024; named as Recommended Firm by IFLR 1000 from 2021 to 2024; named in Offshore Client Choice List by Asian Legal Business from 2021 to 2023; ranked amongst Top 30 Asia’s Fastest Growing Law Firms by Asian Legal Business in 2023 and 2024; ranked in The A-List: Top Offshore Lawyers by Asia Business Law Journal in 2022 and 2024; named as one of the ALB Hong Kong Firms to Watch 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Hedgeweek US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Awards 2023; and winning The Best Offshore Law Firm – Client Service at With Intelligence HFM Asia Services Awards 2024.

Hong Kong January 16, 2025 Loeb Smith Attorneys, one of the leading offshore corporate law firms with a strong growing presence in the APAC region, has recently acted as special offshore counsel and advised various clients on the different aspects and stages of their transactions and matters, including China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (01848.HK) on the closing of its financing transaction, Yue Xiu Securities Holdings Limited on its funds related matters and Park Capital Group on its investment-related corporate arrangements (the “Offshore Law Matters”). The Offshore Law Matters relate to Cayman Islands and British Virgin Islands law, and the advice was given and led by Partner Ivy Wong and included team members Frost Wu and Max Lee in Hong Kong. Partner and Head of the firm’s Corporate and Investment Funds Group, Gary Smith, commented, “It has been encouraging to see that Cayman Islands and British Virgin Islands law regimes have remained popular and important regimes amongst corporates, funds and private wealth clients in the Asia Pacific region, and that our firm is able to deliver the different services and advice that meet the needs and demands of many respectable clients in the region. We remain positive of the outlook of the market and are committed to serving our clients in Asia and those who are seeking to build their presence in Asia.” Partner Ivy Wong in Hong Kong also commented, “Many of our clients, both public and private clients, professional and individual clients, come to us for specific and tailored services and advice on their transactions. Apart from acting as deal counsel to a wide variety of transactions including financing, funds and corporate transactions, we also act as special counsel advising on specific aspects of offshore law and at different stages of transactions, depending on the needs of our clients and the structure of the underlying deals. We provide added value and are very client-focused and oriented so that the most appropriate legal solutions and attention can be provided to help facilitate and enable a smooth running and closing of the transactions.” About Loeb Smith Attorneys Loeb Smith Attorneys is one of the leading offshore corporate law firms considered one of the most active and knowledgeable firms for advising on offshore investment funds formation and launch of all asset classes including public securities, private equity, venture capital, real estate, and virtual assets. Other areas of strength and growth are advising on M&A, Finance, Corporate Restructurings, Capital Markets, Regulatory Compliance, Investments, Logistics, Shipping and Aviation. Considered a leading law firm in the Fintech and Blockchain Technology space, Loeb Smith also advises on token issuances, application for VASP licences for Web 3.0 businesses, Metaverse infrastructure and other virtual asset service providers, and utilising Cayman and BVI structures to develop virtual asset platforms for DAOs. Loeb Smith’s clients are investment managers, financial institutions, onshore counsels, and HNWIs who the firm advises on day-to-day legal issues and complex, strategic matters. Some of our firm’s recent accolades are: winning Leading Firm in Client Satisfaction 2024 award by Legal 500; ranked in Investment Funds category and listed as one of the Firms To Watch for Corporate & Commercial by Legal 500 in 2024; named as Recommended Firm by IFLR 1000 from 2021 to 2024; named in Offshore Client Choice List by Asian Legal Business from 2021 to 2023; ranked amongst Top 30 Asia’s Fastest Growing Law Firms by Asian Legal Business in 2023 and 2024; ranked in The A-List: Top Offshore Lawyers by Asia Business Law Journal in 2022 and 2024; named as one of the ALB Hong Kong Firms to Watch 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Hedgeweek US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Awards 2023; and winning The Best Offshore Law Firm – Client Service at With Intelligence HFM Asia Services Awards 2024.

Hong Kong (January 9, 2025) Loeb Smith Attorneys, one of the leading offshore corporate law firms with a strong growing presence in the APAC region, has recently advised Alpha Technology Group Limited (Nasdaq: ATGL), a British Virgin Islands company, and Lion Group Holding Ltd (Nasdaq: LGHL), a Cayman Islands company, in their share capital restructuring by adopting dual class shareholding structures to facilitate management decision-making, corporate governance processes and incentive plans (the “Restructurings”). The Restructurings were led by Partner Ivy Wong and included team members Max Lee and Frost Wu in Hong Kong. Partner and Head of the firm’s Corporate and Investment Funds Group, Gary Smith, commented, “Many of our clients are listed companies that are incorporated in offshore jurisdictions that are subject to offshore law regime, so that our Cayman Islands and British Virgin Islands law capabilities come into key play alongside local counsels advising on listing rules of different stock exchanges. We are proud to have had the opportunities to provide our best support and contribute to the ongoing development of listed companies that require efficient and effective legal solutions to achieve their corporate goals and developments.”   Partner Ivy Wong in Hong Kong also commented, “In this market, more so than ever, in their attempts to bring greater value to investors, listed companies are seeking flexibility in their management, with a view to maintaining their competitiveness in the market and responsiveness to changes. It is also vital for listed companies to reward their management, staff and key stakeholders with appropriate incentives and awards to align interests and incentivize long-term growth and relationships. We are glad to have different clients coming to us for advice on these types of restructurings and share grant proposals, and we are particularly pleased to have contributed to the successful completion of the Restructurings for our clients.”   The Restructurings are examples of corporate matters and transactions that Loeb Smith Attorneys has advised listed companies and pre-listing companies in the past year together with Loeb & Loeb LLP acting as US counsel. About Loeb Smith Attorneys Loeb Smith Attorneys is one of the leading offshore corporate law firms considered one of the most active and knowledgeable firms for advising on offshore investment funds formation and launch of all asset classes including public securities, private equity, venture capital, real estate, and virtual assets. Other areas of strength and growth are advising on M&A, Finance, Corporate Restructurings, Capital Markets, Regulatory Compliance, Investments, Logistics, Shipping and Aviation. Considered a leading law firm in the Fintech and Blockchain Technology space, Loeb Smith also advises on token issuances, application for VASP licences for Web 3.0 businesses, Metaverse infrastructure and other virtual asset service providers, and utilising Cayman and BVI structures to develop virtual asset platforms for DAOs. Loeb Smith’s clients are investment managers, financial institutions, onshore counsels, and HNWIs who the firm advises on day-to-day legal issues and complex, strategic matters. Some of our firm’s recent accolades are: winning Leading Firm in Client Satisfaction 2024 award by Legal 500; ranked in Investment Funds category and listed as one of the Firms To Watch for Corporate & Commercial by Legal 500 in 2024; named as Recommended Firm by IFLR 1000 from 2021 to 2024; named in Offshore Client Choice List by Asian Legal Business from 2021 to 2023; ranked amongst Top 30 Asia’s Fastest Growing Law Firms by Asian Legal Business in 2023 and 2024; ranked in The A-List: Top Offshore Lawyers by Asia Business Law Journal in 2022 and 2024; named as one of the ALB Hong Kong Firms to Watch 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Hedgeweek US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Emerging Manager Awards 2023 and 2024; winning Best Law Firm – Fund Domicile at Private Equity Wire US Awards 2023; and winning The Best Offshore Law Firm – Client Service at With Intelligence HFM Asia Services Awards 2024.