Financial Services (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 3
Email address
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+852 2825 9211Chambers Review
Deacons is a longstanding local firm with deep connections in the market and is experienced in advising asset management and investment fund clients, especially on compliance and licensing matters. The firm also acts for a number of fintech and cryptocurrency clients and regularly works with clients on responding to inspections and investigations, as well as ongoing internal reviews. It is also well versed in matters including fund authorisation and insurance, insider dealing and market misconduct. It is well placed to assist clients with interpreting legislation issued by the HKMA and other regulatory bodies. The team draws on litigation capabilities within the firm to represent individuals in disciplinary proceedings.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Deacons are experienced and knowledgeable in handling complex and sophisticated matters, and have the internal resources to speed up matters."
"The team has a deep pool of expertise and is very knowledgeable and professional."
"Deacons are experienced and knowledgeable in handling complex and sophisticated matters, and have the internal resources to speed up matters."
"The team has a deep pool of expertise and is very knowledgeable and professional."
Notable Practitioners
Jeremy Lam heads Deacons' financial services practice. He has vast experience advising on various regulatory and compliance matters, which include licensing applications and mandates stemming from market entry and financing transactions. His broad clientele features banks, investment management firms and listed companies.
"He is a seasoned lawyer in Hong Kong."
"Jeremy is a safe pair of hands and a solid operator."
