What we say about the firm's legal practice in Hong Kong
Investment funds
Within Investment funds, Dechert LLP is a second tier firm,
Dechert LLP acts for banks, asset managers and investment managers in providing advice on hedge, retail and private equity funds, with recent activity in the PRC private equity arena. The firm benefits from its broad experience across Europe and the US, and provides advice on both fund formation and regulatory and compliance matters. The ‘responsive and helpful’ team provides ‘practical and detailed solutions’. Angelyn Lim has ‘extensive knowledge’, and acted for Manulife Asset Management (Hong Kong) in the establishment and authorisation of a China A share equity fund. Keith Robinson relocated to the Washington DC office, and associate Karl Egbert transferred to the Hong Kong office in July 2011.
Private equity
Within Private equity, Dechert LLP is a third tier firm,
Dechert LLP principally handles US driven transactions by growth capital funds in the PRC. Basil Hwang is the lead partner.
Regulatory
Within Regulatory, tier 4
With a strong US focus, Dechert LLP has solid regulatory knowledge, and is highly regarded for its experience of US and international legislation. The team advises on investigations, licensing matters and enforcement. Recent highlights for Angelyn Lim include advising Vanguard Investments on regulatory issues surrounding its establishment in Hong Kong, and also advising Havenport Asset Management on Hong Kong and US regulatory compliance issues. Keith Robinson relocated to the firm’s Washington DC office in 2011. Associate Karl Egbert transferred to the Hong Kong office in July 2011.