At The Top A measurable difference by the numbers 2015

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1 At The Top A measurable difference by the numbers 2015

2 Our uncompromising commitment is reflected in the recognition we receive in legal directories, league tables and awards programs. We are honored to be consistently recognized for our global fluency: the exceptional talent we bring together, the quality and depth of our practices. Our vision is to be the world s premier global law firm a client-driven, performance based law firm without equal. This booklet is a status report on our progress toward that goal. 2

3 Contents Client Rankings...4 Practice Rankings Mergers & Acquisitions... 6 Private Equity... 8 Capital Markets Banking & Finance Tax Dispute Resolution Employment Intellectual Property International Commercial & Trade Antitrust & Competition Real Estate EMI/Environment/Climate Change IT/Communications Healthcare Citizens of the World...34 Top Honors

4 CLIENT RANKINGS Counsel of Choice We measure our success one client at a time. So we are especially pleased that in surveys of general counsel worldwide we consistently are recognized as one of the world's best law firms admired for our responsive service, respected for our trusted counsel and applauded for the unique breadth and depth of resources we bring to clients. When looking across each of the individual measures that generate the Index; top of mind awareness, favorability and consideration for multi-jurisdictional litigation and deals Baker McKenzie ranks first on each metric. Global coverage and local knowledge are central to this firm s brand which provides them with the most differentiated brand in the global legal market Lisa Hart Shepherd Acritas CEO One of the law firms most admired by corporate directors and general counsel. Corporate Board Member, every year since its surveys began 4

5 GLOBAL ELITE BRAND GLOBAL ELITE BRAND INDEX INDEX Baker McKenzie 100 DLA Piper 60 Clifford Chance 56 Norton Rose Fulbright 46 Hogan Lovells 43 Jones Day Freshfields 41 Linklaters 40 Allen & Overy 37 White & Case 29 Source: Acritas Sharplegal Global Elite Brand Index 2015 No. 1 in Awareness No. 1 in Favorability Most likely to be considered for multijurisdictional deals Most likely to be considered for multijurisdictional litigation : Acritas Sharplegal Global Elite Brand Index Asia Pacific No. 1 Law Firm Brand : Acritas Asia Pacific Law Firm Brand Index No. 3 : BTI Brand Elite 2015 International Law Firm of the Year : The African Legal Awards 2015 US Top 3 Law Firm Brand : Acritas US Law Firm Brand Index 2015 Firm most used for high-value work in Africa : Acritas Sharplegal Insight Guide, Demand in Africa: The Multinational Opportunity June 2014 BTI Client Service A-Team : BTI Consulting Group Client Service Award 2015 Law Firm of the Year 2014 : Chambers Latin America Awards 5

6 PRACTICE RANKINGS Mergers & Acquisitions Baker McKenzie is the No. 1 cross-border M&A firm. Over the last 10 years we have completed more cross-border M&A transactions than any other law firm. In addition, for the tenth year in a row we have been ranked No. 1 for deals involving emerging markets. With more than 1,300 M&A lawyers in 77 offices globally, we have one of the largest and most active M&A practices in the world. Offers exceptional worldwide coverage with breadth across Europe, including CEE and CIS countries, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa. Best known for public M&A : Chambers Global 2015 International behemoth recognized for its widespread reach across the Asia- Pacific region and for its breadth of expertise Handles a large volume of multi-jurisdictional and domestic M&A for a broad range of clients : Chambers Asia Pacific 2015 Respected global firm with a notable footprint throughout the Latin American region. Acknowledged strength in local law practices. : Chambers Latin America 2015 # 1 Cross-border M&A by volume : Thomson Reuters Largest Global M&A Practice : M&A Law #1 Emerging Markets M&A by volume : Thomson Reuters

7 LEADING LEADING PRACTICES PRACTICES Jurisdictions Ranked BAKER MCKENZIE ALLEN & OVERY CLIFFORD CHANCE WHITE & CASE LINKLATERS DLA PIPER FRESHFIELDS HOGAN LOVELLS JONES DAY NORTON ROSE Lawyers Ranked Source: Chambers Global: The World s Leading Lawyers for Business

8 PRACTICE RANKINGS Private Equity Where are the opportunities? Where are the exits? And how do you exploit both to maximize returns on investments and reshuffle your portfolio to create value in a growing market defined by high asset prices and strong competition? As a leader in private equity transactions, we help clients deal with these issues every day through savvy structuring, creative financing and disciplined deal execution. Expertise in REITs is a key strength of the group and it is also recognized for its private equity and hedge fund formation work. Highly visible on international fund mandates, servicing an impressive management and institutional client base. : Chambers Global 2015 [Asia Pacific] The responsive and easy to work with team at Baker & McKenzie LLP inspires confidence, works hard to find solutions, and intelligently identifies new ways to add value. : Chambers UK 2015 A well-established place in the market with the capability to handle all deal types including innovative acquisition structures. An impressive client roster including domestic and overseas private equity sponsors and a widely acknowledged expertise on cross-border mandates. 8 : Legal 500 UK 2015 : Chambers Asia Pacific 2015 [Australia]

9 Alternative Investment Funds (including Private Equity) Firm of the Year Indonesia ; Thailand 2014; Hong Kong 2013 : Asian-MENA Counsel 9

10 PRACTICE RANKINGS Capital Markets Capital raising through cross-border listings remains a popular choice for various companies, but where a company decides to list can make a difference. Stock exchanges in emerging markets are at different stages of development with regard to technology, regulation and governance. With deep roots and extensive practices in the world's leading financial centers and most emerging markets for securities, we have the experience, knowledge and resources to help you get it right. retains a truly international reputation for its capital markets practice Impressive equity capital markets practice across Europe as well as Asia. Known as the firm for IPOs. : Chambers Global 2015 [Saudi Arabia] 10 : Chambers Global 2015 They are experts in capital markets and possess excellent local knowledge. : Chambers Global 2015 [Indonesia] Best known for ECM and structured finance, demonstrating capability in issuer-side IPO representation, and advising on innovative securitization and structured finance transactions : Chambers Europe 2015

11 Capital Markets Firm of the Year Indonesia : Asian-MENA Counsel 11

12 PRACTICE RANKINGS Banking & Finance As regulatory reforms reshape the way lenders and borrowers do business, new opportunities as well as risks are emerging for participants on either side of any transaction. Responding nimbly is easier when you have knowledgeable legal advisers on the ground in more than 70 locations worldwide. 12 known for its acclaimed global banking and finance team that attracts roles on major multi-jurisdictional transactions Handles a significant amount of project, infrastructure and acquisition finance deals, with an increasing focus on Africa. Also offers extensive Shari acompliant structuring capabilities with noted teams across key Islamic finance hubs. : Chambers Global 2015 Able to take full advantage of its worldwide partners to provide multi-jurisdictional legal services for crossborder financing. : Chambers Global 2015 Praised for its ability to handle a wide variety of work, including syndicated loans, restructurings and export finance. : Chambers Europe 2015 The team advises a predominantly international client base on an array of financings and transactions. It also has particular expertise in foreign exchange issues... : Legal 500 Latin America 2015 Banking and Finance Firm of the Year Indonesia ; Thailand ; Malaysia ; Vietnam 2014 Projects and Project Financing Firm of the Year Indonesia 2015; Singapore 2014; Thailand 2014 Restructuring and Insolvency Firm of the Year Indonesia ; Thailand 2014; United Arab Emirates 2014 : Asian-MENA Counsel Best Trade Finance Law Firm in Latin America : Trade Finance Magazine 2015 Project Finance Deal of the Year 330 MW Sarulla Geothermal Power Project in Indonesia Securitization and Structured Finance Deal of the Year Volkswagen Finance (China) Co., Ltd. : IFLR Asia Awards 2015 Banking, Finance and Restructuring Team of the Year : The African Legal Awards 2015 Infrastructure & Project Finance Deal of the Year Al Sharkiya Sugar Manufacturing Company Multi-layer financing Qatar Deal of the Year Ezdan Islamic International Syndicated Ijarah Murabahah Deal of the Year Export-Import Bank of Malaysia s Sukuk Wakalah deal : Islamic Finance News Awards 2014

13 LEADING LEADING PRACTICES PRACTICES Jurisdictions Ranked BAKER MCKENZIE ALLEN & OVERY CLIFFORD CHANCE WHITE & CASE LINKLATERS NORTON ROSE DENTONS FRESHFIELDS DLA PIPER LATHAM & WATKINS Lawyers Ranked Source: Chambers Global: The World s Leading Lawyers for Business

14 PRACTICE RANKINGS Tax We are one of the most consistently highly rated and recommended tax advisers in the world. Clients come to us for sophisticated planning, compliance and dispute resolution strategies that harmonize all relevant tax rules and variables in markets where they operate. Sources say: One of the major advantages of an international firm like Baker is that you don t just get smooth handling of transactions and excellent lines of communication for cross-border issues, but the firm can attract people of exceptional calibre. : Chambers Global 2015 Noted for its work on high-value transactions with an international element, often handling novel and groundbreaking issues. Maintains a particularly strong reputation for its work on behalf of Fortune 500 companies. : Chambers USA 2015 They re excellent. They understand how the government and local tax bureaus operate and they understand what s practical and not practical from a strategic perspective. : International Tax Review World Tax 2015 [China] US Law Firm of the Year in Europe European Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year : ITR European Tax Awards 2015 Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year Netherlands; United Kingdom : ITR European Tax Awards 2015 Latin America Tax Firm of the Year Americas Tax Disputes Firm of the Year Latin America Tax Disputes Firm of the Year : ITR Americas Tax Awards 2015 Tax Firm of the Year Colombia; Chicago Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year Mexico : ITR Americas Tax Awards 2015 Italy Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year : Legalcommunity Finance & Tax Awards 2015 China Tax Law Firm of the Year : Shilton Sharpe Quarry ALB China Law Awards 2015 Law Firm of the Year Hong Kong; Luxembourg : CityWealth Magic Circle 2015 Tax and Trusts Law Firm of the Year : ALB SE Asia Law Awards 2015 Tax and Trusts Law Firm of the Year Wealth Management Law Firm of the Year : Macallan ALB Hong Kong Law Awards

15 LEADING LEADING PRACTICES PRACTICES Jurisdictions Ranked BAKER MCKENZIE 20 9 CLIFFORD CHANCE 22 8 FRESHFIELDS 20 8 LINKLATERS 16 8 ALLEN & OVERY 15 7 DLA PIPER 11 6 LATHAM & WATKINS 10 6 HOGAN LOVELLS 12 4 SKADDEN Lawyers Ranked 9 Source: Chambers Global: The World s Leading Lawyers for Business HERBERT SMITH 15

16 PRACTICE RANKINGS Dispute Resolution Conducting business in today s global markets requires a deeper understanding of cross-border transaction risk, compliance and regulatory standards. With one of the world s most highly regarded dispute resolution practices, we offer local knowledge and insight with a global perspective to help clients mitigate risk and controversy as well as manage cross-border investigations, arbitrations and litigation. Client-focused and highly responsive, with solid experience in dispute resolution in Hong Kong and Mainland China. : Chambers Asia Pacific 2015 [China] Reputed for its international reach, which enables it to provide seamless integrated services from crossoffice teams. This is a firm with partners in all different cities, so the resources they are able to draw on are tremendous. : Chambers USA 2015 [Nationwide] Expanding London office with notable worldwide arbitration strength. : Chambers UK 2015 Awesome Opponent in Litigation : BTI Litigation Outlook 2016 Global Dispute of the Year: Investigations : American Lawyer Global Legal Awards 2015 Litigation and Dispute Resolution Firm of the Year Indonesia ; Thailand Compliance/Regulatory Firm of the Year Indonesia ; China 2013 and 2015; Vietnam 2015; Singapore ; Thailand ; Hong Kong ; Malaysia 2013 : Asian-MENA Counsel 16

17 LEADING LEADING PRACTICES PRACTICES Jurisdictions Ranked BAKER MCKENZIE FRESHFIELDS ALLEN & OVERY DLA PIPER CLIFFORD CHANCE WHITE & CASE NORTON ROSE HERBERT SMITH HOGAN LOVELLS DENTONS Lawyers Ranked Source: Chambers Global: The World s Leading Lawyers for Business

18 PRACTICE RANKINGS Employment Globalization of labor standards, mobility, talent retention, telecommuting, equity compensation, outsourcing and managing employment, labor law risk, HR compliance, global privacy concerns and social media are only a few of the modern workforce issues confronting employers. Seamlessly managing these challenges together with traditional labor issues from recruitment to retirement has earned us a reputation as a leading practice in more markets than any other law firm. 18 Ranked as Band 1 in Global Employment for six consecutive years. : Chambers Global Global powerhouse that routinely advises multinational corporations on international projects. Equally prominent in global share plan work, where it leverages its immense footprint to assist blue-chip clients with a range of executive compensation and employee benefits work. : Chambers Global 2015 A premier European employment group Excellent continental coverage with significant strength in the UK, Russia and Spain, with clients commenting on the impressive nature of the firm s global footprint and integration. : Chambers Europe 2015 adept at handling multi-jurisdictional employment matters. Recognized for its industrial relations capability and its investigations work. : Chambers UK 2015 International Firm of the Year for Labor & Employment : China Law & Practice Awards 2015 Standout in Complex Employment Litigation : BTI Litigation Outlook Employment Firm of the Year Thailand ; Singapore 2014; China 2013; Hong Kong 2013 : Asian-MENA Counsel

19 LEADING LEADING PRACTICES PRACTICES Jurisdictions Ranked BAKER MCKENZIE 4 19 DLA PIPER 1 11 HOGAN LOVELLS 0 11 CLIFFORD CHANCE 4 9 ALLEN & OVERY 4 9 FRESHFIELDS 2 8 LINKLATERS 3 7 WHITE & CASE 0 7 JONES DAY 3 6 HERBERT SMITH Lawyers Ranked Source: Consolidated rankings from The Legal 500 EMEA, Asia Pacific, Latin America, US and UK

20 PRACTICE RANKINGS Intellectual Property We have helped global market leaders safeguard and grow the value of their intellectual property for over 50 years. From prosecution to enforcement, our clients including leading consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, luxury brands, entertainment and media companies entrust their IP assets to our care even in the world s most challenging markets. Ranked as Band 1 in Intellectual Property for seven consecutive years. : Chambers Global A truly global firm that leverages its extensive international network to advise on complex cross-border IP matters. : Chambers Global 2015 Most Recommended International Firm with rankings in 34 jurisdictions 12 Gold, 11 Silver and 11 Bronze and with 58 lawyers recognized. : World Trademark Review s WTR1000 Survey 2015 Baker McKenzie is the only outfit to secure listings in each of the four regions covered in the WTR 1000 its credentials when it comes to international trademark practice are unmatched. : World Trademark Review s WTR1000 Survey 2015 Global Law Firm of the Year 2015 Europe Copyright Firm of the Year 2015 IP Transactional Work in China : Managing IP Global Awards IP Firm of the Year Poland 2015 Thailand 2015 Indonesia 2015 Pan-Asia 2014 Hong Kong 2014 : Managing IP Global Awards International Trademark Firm of the Year : Asia IP Awards 2015 IP Law Firm of the Year : Chambers Global Awards

21 LEADING LEADING PRACTICES PRACTICES Jurisdictions Ranked BAKER MCKENZIE HOGAN LOVELLS DLA PIPER JONES DAY 7 7 ALLEN & OVERY 11 6 NORTON ROSE 10 6 DENTONS 10 6 FRESHFIELDS 8 6 HERBERT SMITH 7 5 CLIFFORD CHANCE Lawyers Ranked Source: Chambers Global: The World s Leading Lawyers for Business

22 PRACTICE RANKINGS International Commercial & Trade Our trade and commercial law practitioners continue to be recognized in all our regions. We are consistently recognized for our international network of lawyers as well as extensive knowledge and capabilities in jurisdictions where we operate. The group s response to rapid changes in the field of international trade is a strong example of our far-reaching capabilities, with various institutions endorsing our blogs as a valuable source of up-to-date information. The quality is very high and consistently high, no matter the jurisdiction. It s a businessoriented service, capable of scaling up on very short notice. Top-class advice. : Chambers Global 2015 Maintains an unparalleled worldwide presence Strong track record in customs law, as well as trade compliance and litigation. : Chambers Global 2015 International market leader in the commercial contracts sphere. : Chambers Global 2015 Good and growing reputation for its advice to franchisors in the USA and internationally on a broad range of matters including M&A and licensing. : Chambers USA 2015 Best Trade Law Firm in Latin America : Trade Finance Awards for Excellence Baker & McKenzie LLP s comprehensive national and international network puts the firm a cut above as it has the manpower and expertise to resolve an issue quickly. : Legal 500 USA 2015

23 LEADING LEADING PRACTICES PRACTICES Jurisdictions Ranked BAKER MCKENZIE WHITE & CASE CLIFFORD CHANCE 15 8 DENTONS 10 8 HOGAN LOVELLS 7 7 NORTON ROSE 12 6 SIDLEY AUSTIN 12 5 ALLEN & OVERY 7 5 FRESHFIELDS Lawyers Ranked 6 Source: Chambers Global: The World s Leading Lawyers for Business HERBERT SMITH 23

24 PRACTICE RANKINGS Antitrust & Competition Antitrust authorities are becoming more aggressive, working together in joint enforcement actions. Emerging markets are following suit, advancing new competition regimes that can complicate growth strategies. Ours is one of the world s largest and strongest practices, able to help clients navigate confidently through complex cross-border competition issues. 24 Excellent very proactive, responsive and always working to come up with innovative solutions. : Chambers Global 2015 Well-known practice with extensive capabilities in the field of antitrust, particularly in advising domestic and international clients on day-to-day counseling and compliance programs. : Chambers USA 2015 Draws strength from its formidable international network, advising a range of global clients on national and EU competition law matters. : Chambers Europe 2015 [Belgium] well positioned to advise clients on cross-border compliance issues and foreign antitrust regulations. : Chambers Asia Pacific 2015 [Japan] Baker McKenzie s bold, cosmopolitan approach is ever more valuable. : GCR Antitrust/Competition Firm of the Year Malaysia ; Thailand ; Indonesia 2015; Singapore 2014; Vietnam 2014 : Asian-MENA Counsel Standout in the Innovation in Use of Technology for GMAP : Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Awards 2015 The Global Elite No. 5 in Top 20 GCR 100 Rankings: Mergers No. 6 in Top 10 GCR 100 Rankings: Cartels No. 3 in Top 10 : Global Competition Review, GCR Elite Hungary ; *Indonesia ; Taiwan Highly Recommended Austria ; Brazil 2015; Turkey ; UK ; United States: Illinois 2014; United States: Washington, DC : Global Competition Review, GCR 100 Law Firm of the Year for Antitrust Law : JUVE Awards 2014 * Hadiputranto, Hadinoto & Partners, member firm of Baker & McKenzie international Trench, Rossi e Watanabe Advogados, in cooperation with Baker & McKenzie International

25 GLOBAL GLOBAL STRENGTH STRENGTH Rank BAKER MCKENZIE FRESHFIELDS GIBSON DUNN & CRUTCHER CLEARY GOTTLIEB WHITE & CASE JONES DAY HOGAN LOVELLS LINKLATERS LATHAM & WATKINS CLIFFORD CHANCE Competition Specialists Source: Global Competition Review

26 PRACTICE RANKINGS Real Estate Successfully navigating today s real estate challenges from pricing fluctuations to evolving regulatory regimes requires a well-coordinated and cost-effective approach. We combine technical property know-how with local expertise and a global mindset to help clients maximize value in all stages of real estate transactions. An acknowledged global leader in the real estate practice, we can help you effectively manage property portfolios in a dynamic international market. Outstanding team active on the full range of real estate and construction work, including M&A, financing, and infrastructure and commercial projects. : Chambers Europe 2015 (Poland) Takes advantage of its unrivalled international footprint to represent an array of clients : Chambers Global 2015 Multinational giant with a highly impressive local presence. : Chambers Europe 2015 [Belgium] International presence and impressive bench strength. Active across a plethora of complex transactions, with a strong track record in real estate : Chambers Latin America 2015 [Mexico] Comprehensive offering with a sizeable bench and an enviable reputation in Hong Kong and Mainland China. : Chambers Asia Pacific 2015 [China] # 1 for Legal Services Global MENA Latin America Asia : Euromoney Real Estate Awards Real Estate/Construction Firm of the Year Thailand : Asian-MENA Counsel

27 LEADING LEADING PRACTICES PRACTICES Jurisdictions Ranked BAKER MCKENZIE DLA PIPER CLIFFORD CHANCE ALLEN & OVERY 8 15 WHITE & CASE 8 14 NORTON ROSE HOGAN LOVELLS 6 13 DENTONS 6 11 JONES DAY 4 11 FRESHFIELDS Lawyers Ranked Source: Consolidated rankings from The Legal 500 EMEA, Asia Pacific, Latin America, US and UK

28 PRACTICE RANKINGS EMI/Environment/Climate Change Our Global Energy, Mining & Infrastructure practice is recognized for widespread presence in energy, natural resources and climate change work. No other firm can match our extensive experience in project development, financing and regulatory law across a wide range of industry sectors including oil and gas, power, renewable energy, transportation, water and wastewater, social infrastructure, climate change and environment in developed and emerging markets. 28 Ranked as Band 1 in Climate Change for eight consecutive years. : Chambers Global Leading climate change practice acclaimed for the breadth of its services, spanning carbon trading transactions, carbon scheme development and regulatory compliance. Offers additional expertise in renewable energy projects and transactions. : Chambers Global 2015 Esteemed global project finance practice with offices in Johannesburg, Cairo and Casablanca. Particular strength in renewable and clean energy, as well as oil and gas projects. : Chambers Global 2015 [Africa-wide] Impressive geographical coverage and widespread engagement in significant project work. Frequent representation of both sponsor and lender sides in project development. : Chambers Asia Pacific 2015 [China] Adept at handling construction matters on high-profile real estate, infrastructure, energy and mining projects around the world, with particular strength in Europe, Latin America and the Asia-Pacific region. : Chambers Global 2015 Best Law Firm Voluntary Markets ; EU Emissions Trading System ; Kyoto Project Credits (JI & CDM) ; North American Markets (all) ; United States (California) ; Chinese Markets ; Australasian Markets ; Renewable Energy Certificates Europe ; Renewable Energy Certificates Australia : Environmental Finance Annual Market Survey Energy and Natural Resources Firm of the Year Indonesia Environmental Firm of the Year Indonesia 2015 Projects and Project Financing Firm of the Year Indonesia 2015; Singapore 2014; Thailand 2014 : Asian-MENA Counsel Asia Pacific Power Deal of the Year for the Sarulla Geothermal Power Project : IJ Awards 2014 Asia Pacific Power Deal of the Year for the Sarulla Geothermal Power Project Middle East & Africa Industrial Deal of the Year for Ma aden s Um Wu al project : PFI Awards 2014 Energy & Resources Law Firm of the Year for Indonesia : ALB Law Awards 2014

29 LEADING LEADING PRACTICES PRACTICES Jurisdictions Ranked BAKER MCKENZIE NORTON ROSE ALLEN & OVERY CLIFFORD CHANCE LINKLATERS HERBERT SMITH WHITE & CASE LATHAM & WATKINS FRESHFIELDS HOGAN LOVELLS Lawyers Ranked *figures reflect consolidated rankings in the following practice areas: Energy/Projects, Environment, Climate Change Source: Chambers Global: The World s Leading Lawyers for Business

30 PRACTICE RANKINGS IT/Communications In a networked marketplace, you need advisers who are truly linked to the technology industry, along with experienced practitioners focusing on privacy, communications, compliance and outsourcing issues that arise in managing a global business. Our world-leading cross-practice IT/C team has the breadth, depth and integration required to meet that need around the world. The only law firm with Band 1 ranking for Data Protection ( ), Outsourcing ( ) and TMT ( ). : Chambers Global 30 Hugely experienced in handling complex and fast-moving transactions on a global scale, particularly in regards to the financial services and technology industries. Fields a strong European practice and has an impressive track record for technology outsourcing in Asia. : Chambers Global 2015 [Outsourcing] Highly specialized TMT team with exceptional global reach, offering a full range of services across the sector to a stellar and high-profile client list. Provides extensive knowledge ranging from M&A, outsourcing and IP to disputes, multi-jurisdictional regulatory compliance and privacy, with proven experience in areas such as digital media, cloud computing and interactive technology. They have been very proactive and attentive, and always deliver consistent work. They have a strong and deserved reputation when it comes to technology. : Chambers Global 2015 [TMT] Specialisms include compliance strategy, crisis management, outsourcing and marketing and the privacy aspects of M&A deals. : Chambers Global 2015 [Data Protection] TMT Firm of the Year China Singapore 2014 Hong Kong 2013 : Asian-MENA Counsel One of the top-ranked firms in World s Best Outsourcing Advisors : International Association of Outsourcing Professionals Full Star rating for Size and Growth in World s Best Outsourcing Advisors : International Association of Outsourcing Professionals 2015

31 LEADING LEADING PRACTICES PRACTICES Jurisdictions Ranked BAKER MCKENZIE 8 21 DLA PIPER 4 13 ALLEN & OVERY 7 11 HOGAN LOVELLS 4 9 WHITE & CASE 1 9 CLIFFORD CHANCE 4 8 LINKLATERS 3 8 FRESHFIELDS 0 8 JONES DAY 3 7 NORTON ROSE Lawyers Ranked Source: Consolidated rankings from The Legal 500 EMEA, Asia Pacific, Latin America, US and UK

32 PRACTICE RANKINGS Healthcare Rising demand, declining reimbursements, and the analysis of big data to measure outcomes and decide whether and where healthcare funds will be spent are forcing big changes in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. We've been helping major players in these critical markets successfully adapt to change since our earliest days experience that matters now more than ever. The only law firm with Band 1 ranking for Life Sciences in Asia-Pacific Region. : Chambers Asia Pacific 2015 Known for its extensive global network capable of handling all issues arising in the life sciences sector. Outstanding geographical coverage with considerable capabilities across Australia, China and South-East Asia. Widespread reputation for its high-quality M&A and intellectual property offering : Chambers Asia Pacific 2015 [Life Sciences] : Chambers Global 2015 Sources say: The lawyers are excellent on competition matters affecting the pharmaceutical industry. The client service and results have been excellent. The lawyers are highly qualified, know the business and integrate the needs of the client. Most importantly, they obtain successful results in the given time span or before. : Chambers Europe 2015 : Chambers Latin America 2015 [Life Sciences] 32

33 Best Global Healthcare & Pharmaceutical Law Firm Award for Excellence in Product Liability Cases : Global Health & Pharma Magazine 2015 Most Innovative Use of Technology for the Pharma MapApp : FT Innovative Lawyer Awards

34 Citizens of the World CANADA 1962: 83 lawyers US 1949: 754 lawyers MEXICO 1961: 254 lawyers 34 Global Clients, Global Firm We have offices in 37 of the world s 50 largest economies, which represent over 90 percent of the world s GDP. We have more than 50 lawyers in each of the world's 25 largest markets, and more than 100 lawyers in a dozen of those markets. COLOMBIA 1979: 91 lawyers VENEZUELA 1955: 56 lawyers PERU 2012: 100 lawyers BRAZIL* 1959: 274 lawyers CHILE 1995: 42 lawyers ARGENTINA 1981: 55 lawyers

35 CZECH REPUBLIC 1993: 29 lawyers NETHERLANDS 1957: 153 lawyers BELGIUM 1957: 93 lawyers UK 1961: 359 lawyers SWEDEN 1991: 47 lawyers POLAND 1992: 68 lawyers LUXEMBOURG 2010: 37 lawyers MOROCCO 2012: 4 lawyers GERMANY 1962: 212 lawyers FRANCE 1963: 130 lawyers SWITZERLAND 1958: 96 lawyers AUSTRIA 2003: 28 lawyers HUNGARY 1987: 25 lawyers SPAIN 1965: 206 lawyers ITALY 1962: 117 lawyers TURKEY 2011: 51 lawyers RUSSIA 1989: 105 lawyers UKRAINE 1992: 41 lawyers AZERBAIJAN 1998: 8 lawyers KAZAKHSTAN 1995: 14 lawyers EGYPT 1986: 45 lawyers THE GULF** 1980: 91 lawyers SOUTH AFRICA 2012: 43 lawyers MYANMAR 2014: 11 lawyers CHINA / HK 1974: 267 lawyers SOUTH KOREA 2013: 5 lawyers JAPAN 1972: 162 lawyers TAIWAN 1977: 67 lawyers PHILIPPINES 1963: 59 lawyers INDONESIA 1989: 109 lawyers VIETNAM 1994: 43 lawyers THAILAND 1977: 82 lawyers MALAYSIA 1998: 77 lawyers SINGAPORE 1981: 117 lawyers AUSTRALIA 1964: 270 lawyers * Trench, Rossi e Watanabe Advogados, in cooperation with Baker & McKenzie International ** Our Gulf offices include Bahrain (1999), Qatar (2011), Saudi Arabia (1980), and UAE (2009) 35

36 36 Top Honors COUNTRY Australia RECOGNITION Outstanding Law Firm, NSW Women Lawyers Achievement Awards 2015; Best International Firm for Women in Business Law, Best International Firm for Diversity, and Best International Firm for Talent Management, Euromoney Australasia Women in Business Law Awards 2014; Law Firm Diversity Award, Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards 2013 Austria Austrian Law Firm of the Year, JUVE Awards 2013 Brazil Among the four most recommended firms in Brazil, Análise Advocacia China Most Responsive International Firm of the Year and In-House Community Firm of the Year for Compliance/Regulatory, Corporate and M&A, and Telecommunications, Media & Technology, Asian-MENA Counsel 2015; International Law Firm of the Year for Labour & Employment and Tax, China Law & Practice Awards 2015; Best Law Firm for China IP transactional work, Managing IP Global Awards ; Tax Law Firm of the Year and Energy and Resources Deal of the Year, ALB China Law Awards 2015; Copyright Firm of the Year, Asia IP Awards 2015; Trademark Firm of the Year, Asia IP Awards 2014 Colombia Tax Firm of the Year, ITR Americas Tax Awards 2015; Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year, ITR Americas Tax Awards 2014 Egypt Firm of the Year, IFLR Middle East Awards 2013 and 2015; Infrastructure & Project Finance Deal of the Year, Islamic Finance News Awards 2015; Restructuring Deal of the Year, IFLR Middle East Awards 2013; Overall Deal of the Year and Oil & Gas Deal of the Year, Infrastructure Journal Awards 2013 France Firm of the Year, Client Choice Awards 2013 Germany Firm of the Year for Antitrust Law and Procurement Law, JUVE Awards 2014; Firm of the Year, Client Choice Awards 2013 Hong Kong In-House Community Firm of the Year for Intellectual Property, Life Sciences and Taxation, Asian-MENA Counsel 2015; Employer of Choice, Asian Legal Business ; Law Firm of the Year, Citywealth International Financial Centre Awards 2015; Corporate Citizenship Law Firm of the Year, Tax and Trusts Law Firm of the Year, and Wealth Management Law Firm of the Year, ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2015; Copyright Firm of the Year, Asia IP Awards 2015; IP Firm of the Year, Managing IP Global Awards 2014; Trademark Firm of the Year, Asia IP Awards 2014 Hungary Law Firm of the Year, Chambers Europe Awards 2013 Indonesia Most Responsive International and Domestic Firm of the Year, and In-House Community Firm of the Year for Alternative Investment Funds (including Private Equity), Antitrust/Competition, Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, Compliance/ Regulatory, Corporate and M&A, Energy and Natural Resources, Environmental, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, International Arbitration, Intellectual Property, Projects and Project Financing, Restructuring & Insolvency, and Taxation, Asian-MENA Counsel 2015; Indonesia National Firm of the Year, IFLR Asia Awards 2015; Indonesia National Law Firm of the Year, Chambers Asia Pacific Awards 2015; IP Firm of the Year, Managing IP Global Awards 2015; Indonesia Law Firm of the Year and Firm of the Year for Banking & Financial Services, Project & Energy, Restructuring & Insolvency, Intellectual Property, Dispute Resolution, ALB Indonesia Law Awards 2015; Patents Firm and Trademarks Firm of the Year, Asia IP Awards 2015

37 COUNTRY Italy RECOGNITION Law Firm of the Year - Information Technology, Legalcommunity IP & TMT Awards ; Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year, Legalcommunity Finance & Tax Awards 2015 Japan Japan Deal of the Year, Debt Market Deal of the Year, and M&A Deal of the Year, ALB Japan Law Awards 2015 Luxembourg Law Firm of the Year, Citywealth International Financial Centre Awards Malaysia Mexico In-House Community Firm of the Year for Antitrust/Competition, Banking & Finance, and Taxation, Asian-MENA Counsel 2015; Malaysia Deal Firm of the Year, ALB Malaysia Law Awards 2015; Employer of Choice, Asian Legal Business ; Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year, ITR Americas Tax Awards ; Pro Bono Recognition, Appleseed Foundation México 2013 The Netherlands Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year, ITR European Tax Awards Poland Peru Philippines IP Firm of the Year, Managing IP Global Awards 2015; Best Law Office Tax Group in Poland, Rzeczpospolita 2015; Tax Team of the Year, ITR European Tax Awards 2014 Peru Law Firm of the Year, Chambers Latin America Awards 2011, 2013; Best Firm in Peru, Euromoney LMG Americas Women in Business Law Awards ; Best Gender Diversity Initiative, Chambers Latin America 2012 Most Responsive International Firm of the Year and In-House Community Firm of the Year for Intellectual Property, Asian-MENA Counsel 2015; Employer of Choice, Asian Legal Business Qatar Deal of the Year, Islamic Finance News Awards 2014 Russia Singapore South Africa International M&A Law Firm of the Year in Russia, Global Law Experts Awards 2015; Mergers & Acquisitions Law Firm of the Year in Russia, Finance Monthly Law Awards 2015; Tax Team of the Year, Russia Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year, ITR European Tax Awards 2014; Firm of the Year, Client Choice Awards 2014; Firm of the Year, Who s Who Legal Awards 2014 Most Responsive International Firm of the Year and In-House Community Firm of the Year for Life Sciences, Asian- MENA Counsel 2015; Employer of Choice, Asian Legal Business 2015; Law Firm of the Year, Citywealth International Financial Centre Awards 2015; Best Legal Team and Best Tax/Accountancy Team, The WealthBriefingAsia Singapore Awards 2015 Firm most used for high-value work in Africa, Acritas Sharplegal Insight Guide, Demand in Africa: The Multinational Opportunity June 2014; International Law Firm of the Year, Banking, Finance and Restructuring Team of the Year, and Winner of the CSR Award, The African Legal Awards 2015 South Korea In-House Community Firm of the Year for Corporate and M&A, Asian-MENA Counsel

38 COUNTRY RECOGNITION Spain Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year, ITR European Tax Awards 2011, Sweden Law Firm of the Year 2014, independent research institute Regi and the Swedish Company Lawyers Association Taiwan Taiwan Law Firm of the Year, Chambers Asia Pacific Awards 2014 Thailand Most Responsive International Firm of the Year and In-House Community Firm of the Year for Antitrust/Competition, Corporate and M&A, Employment, International Arbitration, and Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Asian-MENA Counsel 2015; Thailand Deal Firm of the Year, ALB Southeast Asia Law Awards ; Employer of Choice, Asian Legal Business 2015; IP Firm of the Year, Managing IP Global Awards 2015; Copyright Firm of the Year, Asia IP Awards 2015; Global M&A Deal of the Year, The American Lawyer Global Legal Awards 2014 Turkey Law Firm of the Year - International, Chambers Europe Awards 2015 UK Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year, ITR European Tax Awards 2015; IP Team of the Year, The Lawyer Awards 2015; Top 2 in FT 10 Law Firm Innovators, Standout for Social Responsibility, Growth and Business Development, Innovation, and Use of Technology, Commended for Client Service, Strategic Resourcing, Intellectual Property and Finance, FT Innovative Lawyers Awards 2015; Ranked 10th in the City in the Acritas UK Law Firm Brand Index; Ranked in The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2015; Ranked in The Sunday Times Best 100 Companies to Work For ; Most Innovative Law Firm for Diversity, FT Innovative Lawyers Awards 2014; Best Trainee Recruitment Campaign, The Lawyer Management Awards 2014; Exceptional Achievement by a Firm, Managing Partners Forum Awards 2014 Ukraine Firm of the Year, Chambers Europe Awards 2013 US Top 3 Law Firm Brand in the US, Acritas US Law Firm Brand Index 2015; Top 25 Corporate Law Firms, Corporate Board Member Magazine ; Americas Tax Disputes Firm of the Year, ITR Americas Tax Awards 2015; Tax Firm of the Year in Chicago, ITR Americas Tax Awards ; US Law Firm of the Year in Europe, ITR European Tax Awards 2015; Global Dispute of the Year: Investigations, The American Lawyer Global Legal Awards 2015; Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year in San Francisco/Silicon Valley, ITR Americas Tax Awards 2014; Tax Firm of the Year, U.S. News - Best Lawyers Best Law Firms 2014; Best Law Firms for Women, Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers ; Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality in the US, Human Rights Campaign Venezuela Client Service Award, Chambers Latin America 2015 Vietnam Most Responsive International Firm of the Year and In-House Community Firm of the Year for Compliance/ Regulatory, Insurance and Life Sciences, Asian-MENA Counsel 2015; Global Pro Bono Program of the Year, The American Lawyer Global Legal Awards 2015; Trademarks Firm of the Year, Asia IP Awards 2015; Copyright Firm of the Year, Asia IP Awards

39 Top Honors Reputation Talent Pro Bono / Community Service World s No. 1 Law Firm Brand : Acritas Sharplegal Global Elite Brand Index Most Admired Law Firms : Corporate Board Member/FTI Consulting Surveys Strongest Law Firm Brand in the Asia Pacific : Acritas' Asia Pacific Law Firm Brand Index US Top 3 Law Firm Brand : Acritas US Law Firm Brand Index 2015 International Law Firm of the Year : The African Legal Awards 2015 Firm most used for high-value work in Africa : Acritas Sharplegal Insight Guide, Demand in Africa: The Multinational Opportunity June 2014 Client Service Award 2015 Law Firm of the Year 2014 : Chambers Latin America Awards Most Responsive International Firm of the Year China India 2014 Indonesia Japan 2014 Malaysia Philippines 2015 Singapore Thailand Vietnam : Asian-MENA Counsel Most Innovative International Firm : Euromoney LMG Europe Women in Business Law Awards 2015 Most Innovative Use of Technology for the Pharma MapApp : FT Innovative Lawyer Awards 2015 Citizens of 72 countries More than 80 languages spoken 409 Chambers leading lawyers 100% Perfect Score on the Corporate Equality Index : Human Rights Campaign Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality : Human Rights Campaign Best Law Firms for Women : Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers Outstanding Law Firm : NSW Women Law yers Achievement Awards 2015 Best Diversity and Inclusion Programme : Managing Partners' Forum Awards 2015 Bronze Tier for LGBTI Workplace Inclusion : Australian Workforce Equality Index 2015 No. 6 in Workplace Equality Index : Stonewall Top 100 Employers 2015 Best International Firm for Women in Business Law Best International Firm for Diversity Best International Firm for Talent Management : Euromoney LMG Australasia Women in Business Law Awards 2014 Best International Firm for Women in Business Law : Euromoney LMG Asia Women in Business Law Awards 2014 Most Innovative Law Firm for Diversity : FT Innovative Lawyers 2014 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality : Federal Workplace Gender Equality Agency 2014 Global Pro Bono Program of the Year : The American Lawyer Global Legal Awards 2015 Pro Bono Firm of the Year 2015 : Tahirih Justice Center Asia Pacific Pro Bono Law Firm of the Year : IFLR Asia Awards 2015 Pro Bono Partnership Award : Law and Justice Foundation Awards 2014 Best Firm for Pro Bono Work : Euromoney LMG Australasia Women in Business Law Awards 2014 Leading Light Law Firm for Pro Bono : Latin Lawyer Corporate Pro Bono Partnering Award : Pro Bono Institute/Association of Corporate Counsel Corporate Social Responsibility Award : US Foreign Policy Association Corporate Social Responsibility Firm of the Year : Australasian Legal Business Caring Company Award : Hong Kong Council of Social Service

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