Johnson Stokes & Master continues to act on complex, multi-jurisdictional restructurings, representing an enviable roster of banks, trustees, bondholders, and other key stakeholders. The practice is a go-to for ongoing issues affecting Chinese property developers and regularly advises on the full spectrum of restructuring and special situations matters. Practice head John Marsden has long been a central figure in some of the region’s largest restructurings and insolvencies. Terence Tung brings deep experience across all levels of the People’s Court and the Hong Kong judiciary, alongside expertise in international arbitration. Ivy Wang is a trusted advisor to banks on recovery strategies tied to loan exposures.
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Work Department
Restructuring & Insolvency, Banking & Finance, Real Estate
Position
John Marsden represents clients in commercial and corporate financing matters; non-performing loan disposals; and large-scale, multi-jurisdictional restructurings or insolvencies such as the Asia Pulp and Paper, Pacific Andes, Sapura, Cell C, Lehman Brothers, and Vietnam Shipbuilding Industry Group transactions.
During a three-year placement in the Shanghai office, John advised on substantial property acquisition and financing transactions.
Clients served by John include most of the prominent regional financial institutions and financial advisers.
Career
Admissions
- Hong Kong
- Australia, South Australia
Languages
English
Education
- The University of New South Wales, BSc (Hons)
- The University of Adelaide, LLB (Hons)
- The University of Sydney, MPsych
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- 'Very experienced and knowledgeable.'
- 'John Marsden is an experienced and respected practitioner in the market.' 'The team is known for its relationships and engagements with its banking clients.'
Key clients
- China Construction Bank Corporation Limited
- Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited
Work highlights
Acting for the financial creditors of Sapura Energy Berhad.