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Corporate Law and In-House Counsel Committees Host Summer Karaoke Social, Sponsored by McGill and Partners and PNC Bank

On July 9, 2026, AABANY’s Corporate Law and In-House Counsel Committees hosted a vibrant Summer Karaoke Social at Rewind Karaoke Lounge in Long Island City, Queens. The event brought together corporate attorneys and in-house lawyers for an evening of conversation, connection and community. Attendees reconnected with familiar faces, cultivated new relationships and engaged with one another in a lively environment that blended professional networking with a relaxed social setting.

The event reflected the Corporate Law and In-House Counsel Committees’ shared commitment to creating welcoming spaces where legal professionals can connect across practices, industries and career stages. Attendees first enjoyed mingling in the lounge space and connected with each other over fun cocktails and delicious food. Later into the evening, some continued to carry on conversations in the lounge while others sang songs in the private karaoke room.

The Corporate Law Committee is spearheaded by Co-Chairs Keli Huang, Partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Ashley Wong, Associate Corporate Counsel at Amazon, along with Vice-Chairs Kyle Zhu, Senior Associate at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP and Judy Lin, Associate at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. The In-House Counsel Committee is spearheaded by Co-Chairs David Sohn, Vice President and Assistant General Counsel at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Peter Wei, Head of Legal at Mercuryo, Jack Chen, Deputy General Counsel at Public.com and Michelle Lee, General Counsel at MediaCo Holding Inc.. Their dedication and leadership continue to strengthen the AABANY community.

The Corporate Law and In-House Counsel Committees extend their gratitude to their generous co-sponsors, McGill and Partners and PNC Bank, for helping make the Summer Karaoke Social possible.

– Written by Judy Lin, Vice Chair of AABANY’s Corporate Law Committee

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Corporate Law Committee Hosts Spring Social, Sponsored by Datasite and PNC Bank

On March 18, 2026, AABANY’s Corporate Law Committee hosted their Spring Social event at Blue Blossom near Bryant Park. This event brought together a vibrant group of legal professionals for an evening of connection and celebration. During the evening, AABANY members and friends gathered for lively conversation, delicious food, and yummy cocktails. The popular event was so successful that at times the second floor room was packed with attendees. Conversations flowed easily at this networking event, where many corporate attorneys relaxed over a delicious menu of dumplings, noodles, and lobster. Whether catching up with familiar faces or forging new professional relationships, attendees left the evening energized and inspired.

The Corporate Law Committee remains deeply committed to fostering a strong and supportive sense of community among corporate law attorneys in the New York Tri-State area throughout the year. Through thoughtfully curated events like this one, professional development opportunities, and meaningful engagement, the Committee strives to create spaces where members can thrive both personally and professionally. This Committee is spearheaded by Co-Chairs John Hwang from Linklaters, Tracy Feng from Paul Hastings, and Keli Huang from Kirkland & Ellis, along with Vice-Chairs Kyle Zhu from Orrick and Ashley Wong from Amazon. Their dedication and leadership continue to elevate the Committee’s impact across the AABANY community.

The Corporate Law Committee extends its gratitude to the generous sponsors, Datasite and PNC Bank, for making this event a success.

– Written by Ashley Wong, AABANY Corporate Law Committee Vice-Chair

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Corporate Law Committee Hosts Golf & Game Night at Five Iron Golf, Sponsored by PNC Bank

On Friday, July 11, AABANY’s Corporate Law Committee hosted Golf & Game Night, a high-energy evening of virtual golf, ping pong, drinks, and community connection, generously sponsored by PNC Bank. The event, led by Vice Chairs Ashley Wong and Kyle Zhu, was held at Five Iron Golf in Midtown Manhattan and welcomed attorneys, in-house counsel, and professionals in industries ranging from capital market transactions to international tax law for a night that balanced fun with a distinctly corporate-law twist.

From the moment guests walked in, the space buzzed with friendly competition and good cheer. Screen golf bays lit up with simulated fairways as participants took their swings—some practicing carefully calculated drives, others simply enjoying the chance to unwind after a long week. Nearby, ping pong matches sparked bursts of applause, while the foosball table quickly became a hotspot for spontaneous showdowns and cross-table banter.

Guests sipped cocktails and munched on light bites between games, mingling with old colleagues and making new connections across firms and industries. The turnout, peaking at over 40 attendees, reflected a strong desire within the AABANY community for more casual, low-pressure ways to engage.

Winners of the night’s golf challenges pose with their prizes.

The event was more than just an opportunity to relax—it was a thoughtful attempt to reignite community. As Vice Chair Kyle Zhu shared, “The corporate law culture makes it hard to organize social events, but we’ve had a lot of support—corporate sponsors, vendors, folks outside the committee—who’ve helped us bring things to life. Going to [NAPABA national conference] is great, but it’s the local stuff that really matters. That’s how we build community.”

With laughter echoing from the golf bays and conversations continuing long after the last swing, the event affirmed how much community can be built when people come together—not just to network, but to simply enjoy each other’s company.

Special thanks to our sponsor PNC Bank for helping to make this event possible.

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