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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‘Rich international experience and deep insights.’
‘Yang Yi distinguishes herself by their solid professional profile and track record.’
‘The firm is well-versed in various areas and gives commercially practical advice.’
Key clients
- CBC Group
- Carlyle Group
- CVC Asia Pacific Ltd
- TPG
- Tencent
- Partners Group
- APG Asset Management
- EQT
- China-ASEAN Capital Advisory Co. Ltd.
- China Merchants Capital
- Ascentium
Work highlights
Advised China Merchants Capital on its US$870 million investment for a 40% stake in a project company holding Hong Kong telecommunications services provider HKT Limited's passive network infrastructure assets.
Advised CBC Group and Mubadala in signing a strategic transaction with UCB.
Advised Partners Group in connection with its acquisition of Australian data centre provider GreenSquareDC.
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.
Practice head
Andrew Crook
Other key lawyers
Bryan Koo; Julie Fu