Sidley Austin LLP

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• ‘David Ryan was great to work across during our recent deal across each other. He brought a highly commercial mindset to the table, which helped move discussions forward efficiently and constructively.’

• ‘Dr Meng Ding understands technology well. He can communicate with my cofounders well.'

• ‘Sidley Austin LLP, with its deep expertise in capital markets and technology-focused service capabilities, demonstrated significant advantages in this project. The Sidley team demonstrated a deep understanding and extensive experience in the entire IPO process for technology companies.'

• 'In this project, the Sidley team demonstrated excellent professional judgment and problem-solving skills, quickly understanding the company's complex technical background and proposing practical solutions to address regulatory disclosures, risk management, and other issues.'
• 'With a well-balanced staffing structure and clear division of labour, they were able to cover all stages of the IPO process, from prospectus drafting, due diligence, and transaction document negotiation. The team maintained excellent stability throughout the project, with the lead attorneys familiar with the company and able to consistently follow up on key issues.'
• 'The Sidley Austin team remained highly responsive throughout the project, providing clear and precise feedback to questions from the company and the sponsor within a reasonable timeframe, both day and night. They also responded promptly to document revisions and due diligence arrangements, ensuring the project's steady progress.'

Key clients

• Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners
• Ant Group
• PAG
• Ali Express
• Contemporary Amperex Technology
• QuantumPharm Inc.
• China International Capital Corporation
• Hong Kong Securities Limited
• CMB International Capital Limited
• Princeton Digital Group

Work highlights