Spearheaded by Hong Kong-based Luke Gannon, DLA Piper has a proven track record in managing public takeovers, multi-jurisdictional M&A, and complex joint ventures for a range of domestic and international companies. The firm stands out for its expertise in the capital markets, real estate, and IP spheres, with Shanghai’s Qiang Li being an expert in corporate finance, direct investment projects, and restructurings. Also based in Shanghai, Roy Chan frequently supports major Chinese enterprises in their expansion through joint ventures and corporate matters. Operating of Beijing, James Chang is highly knowledgeable on securities law and leveraged finance issues.
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Key clients
- Dazheng Group Acquisition Limited
- Mitro Biotech Co., Ltd.
- Kerry Logistics Network Limited
- General Electric Company
- Nanofilm Technologies International
- Zhuhai Bojay Electronics
- XTC New Energy Materials Europe GmbH
- Special Committee of the Board of Directors of Bridgetown Holdings
- Shareholders of YS Biopharma Co., Ltd
Work highlights
- Advising XTC New Energy Materials Europe GmbH on its Euro 1.5 billion joint venture projects with Orano CAM and Orano PCAM under the Orano group, a French multinational in the energy sector.
- Advising Mitro Biotech Co., Ltd., a China-based global molecular imaging contract research organization (MI-CRO) company on its 100% acquisition of XingImaging LLC, a US-based biomarker imaging company.
- Advising SGX mainboard-listed Nanofilm Technologies International Limited, a leading provider of nanotechnology solutions, on the acquisition of AxynTeC Dünnschichttechnik GmbH, a professional thin film coating solutions company based in Augsburg, Germany.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Qiang Li
Practice head
Luke Gannon
Other key lawyers
Qiang Li; Roy Chan; James Chang