White & Case leverages its global presence to advise high-profile private equity investors and targets on acquisitions, investments, funds and joint ventures. The team has recently seen considerable activity across the technology, life sciences, healthcare, energy transition and real estate sectors. Practice head Daniel Yeh advises private equity sponsors and other investors on APAC transactions, including M&A, leveraged buyouts, take privates and Private Investment in Public Equity (PIPE). William Fong and Steve Sha are trusted for cross-border and domestic acquisitions and divestitures. Christopher Kelly handles matters at the intersection of private equity and infrastructure, particularly concerning energy transition projects in Asia, while Paul Tang focuses on complex transactions in the technology space.
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Testimonials
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‘White & Case stands out as a full-service team with a deep bench of knowledge covering all APAC jurisdictions. From its HQ in Hong Kong, we have worked with W&C on transactions in China, Hong Kong, US and other markets where they are able to leverage local experience with client relationships.’
‘Chris Kelly is a senior, experienced advisor in Asia. He successfully finds the right balance time and again between protecting his clients' interests and commerciality. For this reason, he is admired by in-house legal teams and deal teams alike. He works tirelessly to achieve superb outcomes.’
'I highly recommend Shifeng Ni. He's highly professional. Whenever we have a question, we simply pick up the phone and call him for an answer, eliminating the need for research. Furthermore, he's incredibly thoughtful and considerate of his clients, making working with him a hassle-free and effortless experience.'
Key clients
- Altor Equity Partners
- ARCH Capital Management Co. Limited
- Asia Debt Management Hong Kong Limited
- Asia-Germany Productivity Promotion Limited
- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners
- Creative Artists Agency
- CVC Capital Partners
- Danone S.A.
- GDS Holdings Limited
- Goldman Sachs
- Hillhouse Investment Management Limited
- Morgan Stanley Private Equity Asia
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
William Fong
Practice head
Daniel Yeh
Other key lawyers
William Fong; Steve Sha; Christopher Kelly; Paul Tang; Shifeng Ni; Baldwin Cheng