Morgan, Lewis & Bockius fields an experienced corporate team with a strong track record advising on complex cross-border transactions for a global client base that includes Fortune 500 companies, multinational conglomerates, sovereign wealth funds, and prominent private equity firms. The team handles a broad range of mandates, from public and private M&A to buyouts, joint ventures, restructurings, and exits. Co-chair Ning Zhang has advised on multiple multi-billion Dollar transactions, while fellow co-chairs Maurice Hoo and Edwin Luk bring notable strengths in private equity and corporate finance, respectively.
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Accolades
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Testimonials
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- 'We have collaborated with Ning Zhang's team at MLB on numerous cross-border investment projects. His strengths lie in his deep industry expertise, which enables him to quickly understand the technical details of our business; his efficient project management capabilities, providing comprehensive legal analysis within tight timeframes; and his strong business acumen, advising on not only compliance but also commercial feasibility. '
- 'Compared to other law firms, their advantage lies in transforming complex legal issues into actionable business strategies. In terms of service quality, they are responsive, provide high-quality documentation, and offer transparent pricing.'
Key clients
- CS Capital
- Huaxin Cement
- Bruker Corporation
- Hillhouse Capital
Work highlights
Advised CMG-SDIC Capital Co., Ltd in connection with the US $2 billion privatization of China Traditional Chinese Medicine Holdings Co. Limited.
Advised Huaxin Cement on its latest acquisition of 100% of Natal Portland Cement.
Represented Bruker Corporation in its $392.6 million acquisition of NanoString Technologies, Inc.
Practice head
Ning Zhang; Maurice Hoo; Edwin Luk
Other key lawyers
Connie Cheung; Kuinan Wei; Yan Zeng