'Well-known for its expertise in structured finance and securitisation', CMS Hong Kong LLP handles the suite of structured products and securitisation matters, including RMBS and structured financing. The firm is also well-versed in handling derivative and regulatory concerns. Its clients include international banks, securities companies and development groups. The team is spearheaded by Kingsley Ong, who advises on major securitisations and derivatives transactions across Asia. Chris Whiteley adds expertise in structured finance with an especial focus on OTC derivatives.
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Testimonials
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‘Led by Kingsley Ong, the CMS team works well together to deliver responsive solutions to complex and challenging matters. The team can be trusted to co-ordinate and mobilise necessary expertise to deliver advice.'
‘Kingsley Ong is a trusted legal adviser and partner who has deep knowledge and experience in structured finance transactions.’
‘The CMS team is well-known for its expertise in structured finance and securitisation. The team is friendly and responsive and is very focused on meeting clients' needs.'
'The team is thoughtful in their approach and has a strong understanding of the principles underlying structured finance. I recommend them highly.’
‘Kingsley Ong is the leader of the team and one of the pre-eminent practitioners in the market. His experience and thoughtful approach are highly valued.'
'Kingsley Ong has strong legal knowledge and is excellent at finding the best solutions for his clients. He is responsive, commercially savvy and good under pressure.'
Key clients
- Bank of China International
- Bank J. Safra Sarasin
- Hantec Securities Co., Ltd
- ICBC International
- The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
- Hong Kong Capital Finance Corporation Limited
- Leading Fitness Chain in Hong Kong
- Meritz Securities Co., Ltd.
- Siegfried Service Limited
- Taipei Sky Tower development group
Work highlights
Advising Hong Kong Capital Finance Corporation on all its Hong Kong RMBS securitisaton programmes.
Advising BOCI on successfully navigating the Tsingshan-LME Nickels crisis.
Advising a developer group on the standard financing of Taipei Sky Tower.
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Kingsley Ong
Other key lawyers
Christopher Whiteley