Banking & Finance (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2025 : China
Band 3
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The banking group of Ashurst is adept at handling a range of cross-border transactions, particularly structured and project finance deals. It is regularly engaged by commercial and investment banks to advise on financing of infrastructure and energy projects. The law firm has particular expertise in outbound matters involving African and South-East Asian countries and maintains a strong following among Chinese state-owned businesses.
Work Highlights
- Ashurst acted as lead counsel to the syndicate of international and
- regional banks for Tian Lun Gas Holdings' multi-currency sustainability linked facilities.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team that we use have an excellent command of the legal concepts involved in our business. We rate them highly on depth, breadth and their ability to innovate."
"The banking team is a highlight for us. It has an excellent level of experience across a broad range of banking products and the partners are particularly hands-on."
"The team that we use have an excellent command of the legal concepts involved in our business. We rate them highly on depth, breadth and their ability to innovate."
"The banking team is a highlight for us. It has an excellent level of experience across a broad range of banking products and the partners are particularly hands-on."
Notable Practitioners
Eric Tan is recognised for his strong rapport with financial institutions and corporations on both sides of the lending relationship. His recent work includes advising regional and international banks on offshore syndicated loans.
"He is smart and an all rounder when it comes to issues surrounding our business. He provides good solutions."
"He is able to find a balance between competing interests and deliver the desired outcomes to the parties without sacrificing our requirements."
Daniel Lau is gaining a reputation in the finance sphere by offering a broad practice, covering real estate and project finance as well as syndicated loan transactions. He is particularly active on behalf of Chinese financial institutions and corporates.
"Daniel is responsive, commercial and a very reliable pair of hands."
"It's good to work with Daniel and he can provide useful opinions, including both commercial and legal views."
Ranked Lawyers at
Ashurst
China