Clifford Chance is frequently entrusted by international, pan-Asian and China-based private equity and sovereign wealth clients for advice on transactions throughout the investment cycle. The firm is particularly strong in take-private deals, PIPEs, pre-IPO investments, buyouts, and financings across the infrastructure, technology, energy transition and life sciences sectors. Practice head Andrew Crook is highly regarded for his expertise in private equity and M&A, advising domestic and multinationals clients on APAC and global deals. Bryan Koo covers the full spectrum of M&A, from private equity fundraisings to public takeovers and corporate restructurings. Julie Fu specialises in Greater China transactions, including M&A, investments and joint ventures, as well as corporate financings and reorganisations.
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Practice head

Andrew Crook

Other key lawyers

Bryan Koo; Julie Fu