Simpson Thacher & Bartlett Hong Kong's broad offering encompasses investment transactions and M&A. The group routinely advises Asia-based private equity firms and global corporations. Practice head Ian Ho works out of both the Tokyo and Hong Kong offices, and is recommended for his vast knowledge of M&A and investment transactions across the APAC region. Jin Hyuk Park is noted for his strong capabilities in minority investments and capital markets-related work, often assisting strategic clients, while Erik Ping Wang is a key name for PIPE transactions and LBOs, in addition to take-privates.
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Key clients
- Alibaba Group Holding Limited
- Ant Group
- Apax Partners
- Blackstone Inc.
- BEST Logistics
- Cainiao Smart Logistics Network
- CVC
- GDS Holdings
- GLP
- Hillhouse Capital
Work highlights
Advised PAG, which announced its US$8.3 billion joint investment in Newland Commercial Management.
Advised XPENG on its receipt of minority investment from the Volkswagen Group.
Advised Ant Group on its share repurchase program and restructuring involving its international business and technology business.
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Practice head
Ian Ho; Erik Ping Wang; Jin Hyuk Park