Norton Rose Fulbright advises multinational corporates, financial institutions, insurers, energy and natural resources companies, technology businesses, and real estate investors on high-value, multi-jurisdictional corporate and M&A transactions across Asia, Europe, and the US. The team is jointly spearheaded by Anna Tipping, reccomended for her M&A work in the financial institutions sector, alongside the ‘strategic and collaborative’ Craig Loveless, a seasoned M&A lawyer for deals across Asia.
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Testimonials
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‘NRF are a very hands-on, approachable team with strong local knowledge. We have used them in Singapore and Indonesia where they have a strong franchise and local knowledge so therefore bring unique insights and capabilities specific to that local market which is highly valued.'
'The difference is the care and personal responsibility for deals and advice that the partners take, senior partners are more available and hands-on during deals with advice, even documentation and drafting than we see at other firms. Clients get more care from more senior staff wtih NRF.’
‘The Firm knows the industry very well and can provide the client with sharp and useful insight in negotiation of complex M&A.’
‘Super effective and exceptional drafting skill.’
‘Their M&A practice is distinguished by its expertise executing sophisticated cross border transactions, particularly with Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines. We now benefit from a truly integrated M&A team across Asia that have multi sector expertise and languages.'
‘Craig Loveless stands out as an exceptional M&A lawyer in Asia, particularly for his expertise in handling large, complex transactions across Asia. He has a deep understanding of both local and regional regulatory frameworks and an impressive commercial understanding. Craig is very responsive and has an unwavering commitment, often going above and beyond to meet tight deadlines and deliver results in high-pressure situations.'
Key clients
- AIG
- AXA
- AWP Health & Life
- Carlsberg
- Michelin
- HSBC
- Brenntag
- EDF Renewables
Work highlights
Advised client Carlsberg Breweries on the acquisition of a 33.33% shareholding in what is now called Carlsberg South Asia Pte. Ltd.
Advised PT. Gunung Raja Paksi, Tbk on a strategic divestment involving the sale of a 95% stake in its subsidiary that operated the company's long steel division.
Advised American International Group on the sale of its worldwide personal travel insurance business.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Anna Tipping; Craig Loveless
Other key lawyers
Chris Bell