Corporate/M&A

Baker McKenzie houses a leading team with experience in high-profile domestic M&A, as well as providing Taiwan counsel on major global transactions. The team handles the full suite of market-leading corporate work, ranging from M&A and joint ventures to company restructuring and spin-offs. Benefiting from its international network, the firm maintains a strong clientele which includes prominent multinationals from the manufacturing, technology and financial industries, such as ASE Technology Holding, Applied Materials and DBS Bank Taiwan. It integrates a wide range of legal issues related to corporate work, including tax, securities, intellectual property and labour matters, providing a one-stop solution for domestic and international investors.

"Baker McKenzie renders valuable expertise through its own office or by arranging local reputable legal firms to assist us. The overall quality and response time are deemed satisfactory to us."

Baker McKenzie acted for Auchan Retail on the sale of its 64.83% stake in RT-Mart to PX Mart.

Lindy Chern is a well-established corporate lawyer who has longstanding experience assisting with M&A and investment transactions. She is also well placed to handle BOT projects and real estate transactions. "She is a very senior lawyer in the Taiwan market."

Michael Wong has substantial experience in the corporate space, regularly handling M&A and joint venture matters. He also offers advice on tax matters related to commercial transactions.

Alex Chiang has a strong track record of acting on a variety of corporate matters, offering expert advice on M&A, capital markets and securities law. He is well placed to handle complex share swap arrangements both domestically and internationally.

Gwyneth Gu offers notable strength in acquisitions in the green energy sector. She is sought after by clients from a range of sectors including pharmaceuticals, technology and automotive. "With many years of experience in cross-jurisdictional mergers and acquisitions, her strengths lie with her ability to point out various risks that clients should pay attention to and come up with better negotiating terms."

Kevin Wang maintains a notable practice in the corporate space, providing expertise in M&A and joint ventures. He is frequently mandated by multinational clients in the life sciences and manufacturing sectors. "Kevin is very experienced and well equipped with a profound legal background."

Mark Tu is actively building his reputation in the corporate sphere. He regularly advises clients on acquisition and disposal transactions.