Norton Rose Advises China Daye Non-Ferrous Metals on Reverse Takeover

International legal practice Norton Rose Hong Kong has advised China Daye Non-Ferrous Metals Mining Limited, a company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, on the acquisition of four copper mines in China from an entity ultimately controlled by the Hubei Provincial Government for a total consideration of around US$900 million, which was satisfied by the issue of new shares and convertible notes.

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Holland & Knight Expands New York Real Estate Practice with New Partner

Holland & Knight today announced that Ken Lowenstein has joined the firm’s Real Estate Section as a partner in the New York office. His practice will focus on New York City zoning and tax incentives work. He has experience in all aspects of site development, including zoning changes, special permits, variances, landmark proceedings, air rights transfers, tax abatements and incentives.

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Simpson Thacher Represents Underwriters in $600 Million Notes Offerings by Concho Resources Inc.

Simpson Thacher advised the underwriters on a $600 million debt offering by Concho Resources Inc. J.P. Morgan, BofA Merrill Lynch and Wells Fargo Securities were the joint book-running managers for the offering. Concho Resources is an independent oil and natural gas company engaged in the acquisition, development and exploration of oil and natural gas properties.

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Goldberg Segalla Announces International Expansion With Opening of London Office Led by Clive O’Connell

Goldberg Segalla is pleased to announce the law firm will expand internationally with the opening of an office in London led by leading reinsurance solicitor Clive O’Connell. The office will open in April 2012 and will be located in the heart of London’s finance and insurance district at No. 1 Cornhill across from the Royal Exchange. The London expansion and addition of Clive closely follows former New York State Superintendent of Insurance James J. Wrynn joining the firm as head of its Manhattan office and regulatory compliance practice.

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