Investment Funds: Private Equity
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Asia-Pacific Region
Band 3
Contact number
+852 2978 8000Chambers Review
A&O Shearman is credited for its legal experience in private equity funds in Hong Kong and bolstered by the credentials of its Tokyo-based practice group. The firm is highlighted for its skills in Asia-focused fund formations, the representation of sovereign wealth funds and institutional investors on investments into funds, regulatory matters arising from the design of new investment products together with funds-related M&A. Clients include prominent fund managers and high-profile investors. The firm fields additional expertise in handling venture capital fund matters. On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Hong Kong-based Lorna Chen and Etienne Gelencsér in Japan are the key contacts.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team knows the market trends and can provide us with valuable suggestions."
"The team knows the market trends and can provide us with valuable suggestions."