Baker McKenzie‘s corporate practice regularly handles a litany of domestic and cross-border deals for world-leading consumer goods conglomerates, semiconductor manufacturers, energy companies, and key regional investors. The team is jointly led by Kevin Wang, who is noted for his considerable M&A and private equity transaction experience, and Michael Wong, a specialist in cross-border joint ventures and international tax planning. Lindy Chern is recommended for her work with financial holding companies and counsel on build-operate-transfer ventures. Mark Tu and Gwyneth Gu are both well-regarded for their broad corporate and securities capabilities.
Corporate and M&A in Taiwan
Baker McKenzie
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Lindy Chern; Mark Tu; Gwyneth Gu
Testimonials
‘Very good communication with the global counsel firm that makes the filing process very smooth.’
Key clients
Marubeni Corporation (AXIA Power Holdings, B.V.)
GlaxoSmithKline
GlobalWafers Co., Ltd.
WT Microelectronics Co., Ltd.
ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd.
Imerys Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.
KHL Capital/Growww Co. Ltd.
Fubon Financial Holding Company, Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advised GSK on the corporation matters in Taiwan regarding the formation of a consumer healthcare joint venture with Pfizer.
- Advised GlobalWafers Co., Ltd. in its signing of a USD $4.53bn Business Combination Agreement and acquisition of Siltronic AG.
- Advising ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. in a USD $145m equity interest transaction between Siliconware Electronics (Fujian) Co., Limited and Ramaxel Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
Jones Day
Jones Day‘s Taipei office boasts one of the strongest and most active corporate practices in the market. Jointly led by the highly experienced Tommy Chen and John Lin, the team acts for an extensive roster of blue-chip multinationals and mid-market Taiwanese companies on high-value, frequently cross-border M&A mandates. In recent months, tender offers and take-privates have emerged as key work streams for the group, especially in the fields of semiconductors, electric vehicles, and renewable energy. Raymond Wang acts for public and private companies in a range of corporate and commercial matters, while Jean Kuo handles cross-border transactions with a strong competition approval aspect. Peggy Lee is noted for her knowledge of corporate governance codes. All named lawyers are based in Taipei.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘They are experienced and professional in transactions and skilled both for the global perspective and local environment.’
‘John Lin knows what the clients need. A great guide and very prompt.’
‘Jones Day is an international law firm with the global network covering most of the major jurisdictions. Jones Day is very good at the cross-border M&A and particularly for the M&A transactions crossing multiple jurisdictions where it may quickly arrange and coordinate with the Jones Day lawyers in different jurisdictions. Jones Day is very helpful for a client with the multi-national presences and global operations.’
‘Jones Day lawyers are very sharp for the industry movement and trend. Most of Jones Day lawyers are capable of fluent English or multiple languages. Jean Kuo, the partner in Jones Day, is fluent in Chinese, English and Japanese, and is very helpful to us particularly if we are to expand our operation in Japan or work with the Japan investors. She knows the culture of Japan and what the Japanese investor is thinking.’
Key clients
Yulon Group
Diodes Incorporated
Qisda Corporation
Catcher Technology Co., Ltd.
Taiwan Cement Corporation
Yeong Chin Machinery Industries Co., Ltd.
Dyaco International Inc.
Gigamedia Ltd.
Tatung Co., Ltd.
Taiwania Capital Management Co., Ltd.
K&L Gates
K&L Gates enjoys a stellar reputation among its diverse roster of clients for cross-border M&A, restructurings, and other corporate and commercial transactions. Drawing on the firm’s strong presence in the Asia-Pacific region, the team is regularly engaged by both domestic and foreign companies seeking assistance on overseas IPOs and cross-border deals in regulated sectors. Practice head Jacqueline Fu is highly experienced in transnational restructurings and acquisitions for clients in tech and life sciences. James Chen frequently works with businesses and investors looking to enter the PRC market via joint ventures and expansion projects, while Billy Chen is a go-to advisor for fast-growth companies in the fintech and AI space. Owen Chio and Joseph Tseng are noted for their capabilities in the energy space, with Chio concentrating on oil and gas transactions while Tseng focuses on renewables and biotech companies.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘High level of partner involvement, in-depth understanding of Taiwan’s renewables sector, and a responsive team that is uniquely able to provide both Taiwan local counsel and international perspective.’
‘Billy Chen is very commercial and responsive. Joseph Tseng is hands on and knowledgeable.’
Key clients
Acepodia, Inc.
Cloud Mile Inc
EMQ Inc.
IQE plc
Kneron Holding Corporation
New Green Power
Northville Limited
Perfect Corporation
Soleq Taiwan Renewables Ltd.
Taiwan Liposome Company Limited
Work highlights
- Advising Kneron Holding Corporation in connection with a financing via issuance of series A-2 preferred stocks to a VC investor consortium.
- Advised IQE plc on its acquisition of IQE Taiwan via a share swap.
- Acted for Cloud Mile Inc in connection with its Series B fund-raising to leading venture capital investors.
Lee and Li, Attorneys-at-Law
With one of the largest, most active corporate practices in Taiwan, Lee and Li, Attorneys-at-Law is ideally placed to handle a broad range of transactional and advisory mandates for a sizeable clientele of domestic and foreign entities. Beyond its core expertise in M&A, restructurings, and spin-offs, the team is also noted for its regular participation in public policy initiatives shaping the legal infrastructure of the Taiwanese economy, such as the Corporate Merger and Acquisition Act, and the Financial Holding Company Act. James Chen specialises in cross-border transactions for clients in highly regulated industries. Chao-Tung Chang is a key contact for renowned multinational insurers looking to complete mergers or divest assets in the local market. Ken-Ying Tseng is recommended for his far-reaching media, tech and broadcasting expertise, while Grace Y. H. Wang is a name to note for asset management M&A. Gary Chen is also recommended.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
James Chen; Chao-Tung Chang; Ken-Ying Tseng ; Grace Y. H. Wang ; Gary Chen
Testimonials
‘The firm has a strong bench and the lawyers work well across disciplines.’
‘Susan Lo is a very attentive and responsive lawyer. She is thorough and proactive.’
Key clients
Kioxia Corporation (Toshiba Memory Corporation)
Hakuhodo Incorporated
I Squared Capital
BlackRock Investment Management
On-Bright Electronics Incorporated
LEXTAR ELECTRONICS CORP.
Pegatron Corporation
The Dairy Farm Company Ltd.
Prudential Financial, Inc.
China Development Financial Holding Corporation
Kioxia Corporation (Toshiba Memory Corporation)
Work highlights
- Acted as legal counsel to Kioxia Corporation (Toshiba Memory Corporation) regarding the entire transaction process.
- Assisted Hakuhodo to navigate all such compliance issues, and supported communication with the Taiwan regulators in charge of foreign investment and stock exchange delisting.
- Acted as ISQ’s Taiwan counsel and advised ISQ throughout the deal process.
LCS & Partners
LCS & Partners is a regular advisor to a number of well-known Taiwanese and southeast Asian clients seeking assistance on cross-border acquisitions, divestments, and other corporate transactions. The team works with clients active in a range of sectors, with a particular strength in financial services and semiconductor M&A. Victor Chang heads up the firm's cross-border offering, focusing on transactions, fund formations, and offshore assets both for businesses and high-net-worth individuals. Kai-Hua Yu is experienced in big-ticket transnational mergers and delistings. Alex Yeh focuses on cross-border deals, liquidations, and reorganisations, with recent highlights in the tech and biotech space. Denise Jen specialises in pharmaceutical law, while Yeng Lu is a key contact for cross-border investment matters, including the PRC.
Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Quick, responsive, and very reliable. Quality and efficiency are the hallmarks of the LCS and Partners team.’
‘Partners are quick, responsive and efficient at identifying key issues and providing solutions.’
Key clients
Bora Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.
KEMET Corporation
Magicapital Group
Panion and BF Biotech, Inc.
Elite Material Co., Ltd.
Kwong Fong group
Alpha Beta Global Tapes
Chang Wah Electrochemicals
MueTec GmbH
ABB Ltd. and Fimer SpA.
MAXIGEN BIOTECH INC.
Seagull (Hong Kong) Kitchen & Bath Co., Limited
Work highlights
- Assisted NVIDIA with the acquisition of Arm for $40bn.
- Assisted TPG Capital with a $2.3bn multi-jurisdictional transaction.
- Advised KEMET on its $1.6bn post-merger acquisition by Yageo.
Lin & Partners Attorneys-At-Law
Lin & Partners Attorneys-At-Law acts for a diverse cross-section of Taiwanese start-ups, fast growth companies, energy providers, and public sector bodies on the full gamut of corporate and commercial matters. The team is noted for its capabilities in securing and approving cross-strait investments in Taiwanese entities, working closely with the relevant authorities to secure favourable outcomes for clients across the region. Kaiju Lee is a key contact for inbound and outbound investments and incorporation issues for PRC, Hong Kong, and Macau entities. As one of the most experienced practitioners in the market, George C.H Lin is routinely instructed by financiers and domestic companies – increasingly in the fintech and renewable energy space. Ted Liu is noted for his participation in various multi-jurisdictional mandates.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Lin & Partners are very timely, efficient, and effective. Their solutions are always comprehensive and commercially feasible. Compared with other top-tier law firms, they offer the same, or even better, quality of legal services with very reasonable prices.’
Key clients
Taoyuan Metro Corporation
HappyFan7 (21st Century Technology Co.)
Kilin Hotel Group
Shinfox Corp.
Transportation and Tourism Department, Hsinchu County Government
Tsar & Tsai Law Firm
Tsar & Tsai Law Firm is noted for its representation of various domestic and foreign corporates on cross-border transactions in the renewable energy, health, and pharmaceutical sectors. In recent years, the team has handled an increasing volume of inbound investments from major APAC players looking to establish a presence in Taiwan’s burgeoning offshore wind economy. Lynn Lin is especially noted for renewable investment practice, advising a number of foreign clients on solar and offshore wind ventures. Janice Lin is another name to note for offshore wind investments and JVs, while Jackie Lin and James S. J. Cheng are recommended for their capabilities in cross-border M&A. Yvonne Liu advises on mainland investment projects and shareholder disputes.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
TECO Electric & Machinery Co., Ltd.
BP
Showa Denko K.K.
HP Inc.
Globe Union Industrial Corp.
AIT Worldwide Logistics
Trian Fund Management
SF Holding
HP Inc.
Marelli Corporation
Work highlights
- Advised TECO Electric & Machinery Co., Ltd. on its share exchange and collaboration transaction with Walsin Lihwa.
- Served as Taiwanese counsel to BP in its $5bn agreement to sell its petrochemical business to INEOS.
- Advised Showa Denko K.K. on its acquisition of a 87.61% shareholding of Hitachi Chemical.
Winkler Partners
Drawing on the team’s multidisciplinary structure and international cooperation via the Interlaw network, Winkler Partners‘ corporate practice is ideally placed to handles transactions for clients in a range of sectors and jurisdictions. Over the past year, the team has successfully coordinated several greenfield investments into Taiwan in emerging industries such as offshore wind, including numerous permitting issues, and real estate advice for MNCs. The dual-qualified (US and Taiwan) Gregory Buxton variously handles M&A, restructurings, and private equity investments throughout East Asia. Christine Chen assists foreign clients to establish local market entities, conduct compliance reviews, and apply for foreign investment approval. Ling-Ying Hsu supports businesses with licensing, distribution, and advertising agreements. Ming Teng handles company formations, restructurings, and dissolutions.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Work highlights
- Advised on a greenfield investment in Taiwan’s nascent offshore wind energy industry worth NTD 4bn.
- Undertook a wide-ranging exploratory project on behalf of an American eCommerce giant including advise on tax, real estate, and data protection.
- Advised a Brazilian enterprise resource planning company on the restructuring of its Taiwan subsidiary.
Chien Yeh Law Offices
Various domestic and foreign enterprises in TMT, banking, and financial services turn to Chien Yeh Law Offices for assistance on cross-border acquisitions, takeovers, MBOs, and restructurings. The team is also noted for its contentious offering, particularly in equity-related litigations. The team is jointly led by three partners: Michael Wang, experienced in tax transactions and disputes; Gary Hung, who focuses on share acquisitions and public tender offers, and Rosy Chang, who specialises in IP law. All named lawyers are based in Taipei.
Practice head(s):
Key clients
Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd.
Gemtek Technology Co., Ltd.
Ventec International Group Co., Ltd.
Taiwan Financial Holdings Co., Ltd
BankTaiwan Life Insurance Co., Ltd.
Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd.
M.J. International Co., Ltd.
Lida Holdings Limited
Khgears International Limited
World Known MFG (Cayman) Limited
AIG Asia Pacific Insurance Pte. Ltd., Taiwan Branch
Work highlights
- Advised Hunter’s Dream Estate Pty Ltd. on the acquisition of GOMAJI Corp., Ltd.
DTT Attorneys-At-Law
DTT Attorneys-At-Law handles a number of cross-border transactions for a diverse array of regional corporations. Robin Lin focuses on administrative litigation and tax controversy issues, while Ingrid Chen concentrates on M&A and capital markets transactions. Sungmei Hsiung is recommended for her broad IP capabilities, most notably in patent, trade mark, copyright and trade secrets.
Practice head(s):
Justin Chen ; Ingrid Chen ; Sungmei Hsiung ; Hsienwei Chang ; Show Chen
Testimonials
‘The team provided service based on cooperation, with trust and honesty.’
‘The team are all very responsive and quick in action, promptly providing feedback or opinions with thorough background or supporting information.’
Key clients
Dacome International Ltd.
JJNet International Co., Ltd.
Presicarre Corporation
PI Mobile Technology Inc.
Taiwan Powder Technologies Co., Ltd.
Ya Tung Ready Mixed Concrete Co., Ltd.
Work highlights
- Assisted Presicarre Corporation in legal due diligence on Wellcome Taiwan covering more than 200 stores and review of the share purchase agreement.
- Assisted Taiwan Powder Technologies Co., Ltd with legal due diligence on Phonic Corporation, and reviewed the share purchase agreement.
- Assisted Dacome International Ltd. in liaison with local counsel on legal due diligence on a U.S. non-listed company.
Eiger
Eiger receives a steady stream of corporate instructions from a number of North American and European multinationals and global law firms seeking assistance on deals in the local market. The team is also increasingly engaged by both domestic and foreign players in the green energy space. John Eastwood is a highly experienced advisor who handles corporate and commercial matters for technology companies, logistics groups, and freight carriers. Heather Hsiao‘s practice is concentrated in the energy, entertainment and telecoms sectors, while Holly Chu‘s recent transactional highlights include asset deals and acquisitions for European tech conglomerates.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘We found the Eiger team very easy to work with Every aspect of Taiwan law was addresses efficiently and quickly. ’
‘We found Holly Chu provided absolutely excellent and prompt responses to every questions and problem. Michael Werner and John Eastwood were also excellent.’
Key clients
Santera Limited
Subway
Hasbro
UPS
Marken
Formula Chemicals
Major seafood group
Major snackfood company
Work highlights
- Provided Santera with M&A due-diligence and full handling of corporate and transactional matters for the various acquisitions.
- Assisted Subway with corporate maintenance and other matters on behalf of the world’s largest restaurant franchise.
- Assisted UPS with corporate and M&A matters in relation to the acquisition of entities in Taiwan and structuring.
Formosan Brothers Attorneys at Law
The multi-disciplinary team at Formosan Brothers Attorneys at Law works with domestic and foreign banks, technology companies, manufacturers, and retailers on a host of transactions. Registered arbitrator Li-Pu Lee is experienced in cross-border M&A, international trade, and shareholder negotiations. Terry T.H. Tu handles syndicated loans, share acquisitions and asset financing issues for a global client base. Dual-qualified (US and Taiwan) Meng Chin Tsai is recommended for her fintech capabilities. All named lawyers are based in Taipei.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Guo Ju Law Firm
Boasting a number of dual-qualified attorneys and Law Firm Network membership, Guo Ju Law Firm offers corporate and commercial support to a number of Taiwan-listed companies, and American and PRC firms without significant local operations. Practice head Alex Hsin – who is qualified in both Taiwan and mainland China – specialises in cross-strait investment transactions, acquisitions, and divestments. Jill Hsu and Willy Wang are also recommended.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Emdoor
Kedge Construction
Georg Jensen
Hainan Airlines Co., Ltd.
SHINTAO NATURAL GAS
LG Display
SONY
YAHOO
Topco Scientific Co. Ltd
SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT INC.
Advanced Lithium Electrochemistry (KY) Co. , Ltd.
Amazing Microelectronic Corp.
Team Group Inc
ECCO Taiwan
YUDEN-TECH CO.,LTD
Corporate Synergy Development Center
CHEONG KWAN JANG
Innovatus Law
Further to its core expertise in cross-border M&A, joint ventures, and inbound financings, Innovatus Law routinely handles a host of corporate and commercial matters for angel and venture capital investors, and international content production studios. Chia-Heng Seetoo is key contact within the practice for capital market transactions and general corporate advisory, with recent highlights including Taipei Exchange IPOs and acquisitions for semiconductor manufacturers. Marine Yang has a wealth experience representing various foreign and PRC-base enterprises doing deals in the local market. Michael Scott, who focuses on cross-border commercial transactions, arrives from Russin & Vecchi (International Legal Counsellors).
Practice head(s):
Testimonials
‘Innovatus Law is a young firm with tremendous potential. They are extremely knowledgeable with extensive experience locally and globally. The team has the gravitas of a large institution but the flexibility and efficiency of a start-up. Highly recommended!’
‘Marine Yang is extremely professional and approachable. She helps you navigate the legal world with ease and answers any questions promptly. It has been a privilege to work with Marine and her team.’
Key clients
91APP, Inc.
Ampere Computing
Artilux Corporation
ARM Limited
Catcher Group
Farglory Life Insurance Co., Ltd. / Farglory Group
Synopsys, Inc.
United Overseas Bank, Taipei Branch
KKDay.com International Company Limited
Work highlights
- Acted as 91APP’s issuer Taiwan counsel (lead counsel) in its initial public offering application to Taipei Exchange.
- Acted as Synopsys, Inc.’s Taiwan local counsel to acquire 100% equity stake in Dorado Design Automation, Inc.
- Advised on Kkday.com International Company Limited on its USD $75m Series C financing.