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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Financial Services (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China

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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

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Financial Services (International Firms) - China

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Ashurst in China works closely with other offices in its international network to provide a solid cross-border offering. The practice is experienced in handling non-contentious matters but is best known for its skill in contentious issues, often assisting clients with investigations and enforcement actions involving the SFC, the HKMA and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, as well as internal compliance reviews and reforms. The team makes use of its strong network in Asia to advise on local and international regulatory issues, with an impressive client base drawn from the banking, insurance, asset management and accountancy sectors. Its clients benefit from its ability to offer PRC law advice through its joint operations office with PRC law firm Guantao.

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Work Highlights

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  • Ashurst acted for UBS in securing a USD2.5 million Court of Appeal victory regarding a margin call dispute on accumulator-type derivate products.

Strengths

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  • Ashurst has consistently delivered advice that is legally sound and practical. The team's strong commercial understanding of the market also allows it to handle more complex matters with authority.

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  • Ashurst has a solid understanding of trends in legal and regulatory developments in mainland China. It provides advice together with market observations to help us understand the market practice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Ben Hammond
    Ben Hammond

    Ben Hammond

    Ben Hammond leads Ashurst's non-contentious regulatory practice in Hong Kong. He is well recognised for assisting banks, financial institutions, securities traders and funds with their wide-ranging regulatory needs.

    • Ben's range and depth knowledge of financial services is formidable. I have no reservations recommending him.

      Financial Services (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

    • I can always rely on Ben Hammond to be available and able to assist us with his strong technical understanding of both the industry and regulatory landscape.

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  • Gareth Hughes
    Gareth Hughes

    Gareth Hughes

    Gareth Hughes advises banks and financial institutions on internal investigations and reviews of regulatory obligations as part of his broader contentious practice. He is co-head of Debevoise & Plimpton's financial institutions department in Hong Kong.

    • His structured approach and strategic foresight reflected a high degree of sophistication - he clearly outlined next steps, ensuring that I was well prepared and represented throughout the process.

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Ranked Individuals at Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney (2)

China

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    Gareth Hughes

    Financial Services: Contentious Regulatory (International Firms)

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    Ben Hammond

    Financial Services: Non-contentious Regulatory (International Firms)

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