Campbells
Member of Meritas, World Law Group
Campbells is well regarded for its capital markets and M&A expertise, with a particular focus on advising PRC corporations on listings. The firm also maintains a strong funds practice, acting for leading managers on the establishment and operation of investment vehicles. Co-head Shaun Folpp is a standout litigator with deep experience before the Hong Kong, BVI, and Cayman courts. Jenny Nip co-leads the team, bringing extensive debt and equity capital markets expertise across the NY, Hong Kong, and Shanghai stock exchanges. Fellow co-chair Robert Searle is noted for his work with private equity and venture capital clients.
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Testimonials
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‘Campbells has assembled an incredible team of star performers in their Hong Kong business. Led by the seasoned Robert Searle, they now have a superstar Funds team including James McKeown and Finance led by Paul Trewertha. Rounding out this mix is their litigation team with Stuart D'Addona and Jane Hale. A full-service firm of star offshore counsel.’
‘Robert Searle and James McKeown make one of the best pairs of offshore fund lawyers in Asia. Reliable, hard-working and very good with attention to detail.’
Key clients
- Maso Capital
- Oasis Management
Work highlights
Advising the Joint provisional liquidators of GCBC concerning the fallout following mismanagement and fraudulent activities by those who formerly controlled the company.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Shaun Folpp; Robert Searle; Jenny Nip
Other key lawyers
Jane Hale; James McKeon; Paul Trewartha; Stuart D’Addona