Praised by clients for its 'sheer breadth of expertise', Linklaters is well-equipped to handle privatisation issues and public M&A matters, operating across the real estate, tech, and life sciences sectors. The 'dependable' Betty Yap leads the team, and is recognised for her longstanding expertise in co-investment and growth capital transactions, often assisting private equity funds. Xiaoxi Lin routinely advises investment fund and corporate clients on a broad range of transactional issues, including outbound acquisitions and LBOs. Wuji Zhang is noted for her broad knowledge of structured investment and exit mandates involving China.
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Testimonials
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‘The sheer breadth of expertise - across sectors and geography - makes Linklaters my go-to firm. Being able to engage with one lead partner who is able to shepherd in the required expertise is critical to me.’
‘Betty Yap stands out as one of the top counsel I have worked with. She is always available and dependable. In complex situations, Betty and her team can be relied upon to produce innovative and creative solutions.’
Key clients
- CBRE Investment Management
- BlackRock
- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners
- KKR
- Hillhouse
- Qatar Investment Authority
- Morgan Stanley
Work highlights
Advised CBRE on the sale of 40% of the equity interests in Suria KLCC Sdn Bhd, which owns and manages the tourist hotspot Suria KLCC shopping mall.
Advised BlackRock on its US$860m acquisition of a ~30% stake in AirFirst Co., Ltd.
Advised Qatar Investment Authority on its US$200m investment in Hong Kong-listed Kingdee International Software Group Company.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Xiaoxi Lin
Practice head
Betty Yap
Other key lawyers
Xiaoxi Lin; Wuji Zhang