Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is a strong choice for strategic acquisitions and private equity investments in Asia, with strengths in the region’s booming infrastructure and data centre sectors. The team regularly represents private equity clients in fund formation and cross-border deals, ranging from financing and M&A, to PIPE investments and take-private transactions. In Beijing, Yang Wang is highly sought after to handle some of the most high-profile private equity investments in the Greater China market, including PAG’s joint investment in Newland Commercial Management. He is closely supported by Jie Min, who is experienced in public and private M&A deals and financial regulatory matters. Ian Ho is the primary contact in Hong Kong, advising public and private corporations and private equity firms on cross-border M&A deals, whilst Erik Ping Wang supports clients with PIPE transactions, minority and strategic investments, and other corporate matters.