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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China


Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

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About

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Debevoise’s Asia team, based in Hong Kong and Shanghai, is made up of experienced international corporate lawyers who are committed to, and understand the needs of, the firm’s Asian and global clients, and are fully versed in UK and U.S. M&A practice.

As an integral part of Debevoise’s leading global practice, the firm’s Asia M&A lawyers have extensive experience with domestic and international acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures and strategic investments.

The Asia M&A practice regularly leads transactions for a variety of corporate clients, financial services institutions and private equity firms. Areas of particular strength include complex leveraged acquisitions, cross-border transactions and asset management deals.

Debevoise’s M&A Group has a high level of partner involvement in live matters, and the Asia team is no different. Clients receive the hands-on, personal attention of sophisticated M&A partners and ready access to the lawyers required to deliver legal services efficiently.

These elements – intense partner attention, a blend of practice breadth and focus, teamwork and a dedication to quality – define the way Debevoise practices law in its M&A Group. 

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Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded (International Firms) - China

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP's corporate department is recognised as a streamlined team harnessing a depth of resources in the USA, alongside a growing Hong Kong-based offering. It maintains a strong focus on work in the insurance sector, advising on cross-border deals for multinational clients. The team boasts an impressive client list including a number of major multinationals.

Work Highlights

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  • Debevoise & Plimpton advised AIA Group on its acquisition of New Medical Centre in Hong Kong.

Strengths

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  • The combination and collaboration between US and China-based transactional and compliance professionals is what makes Debevoise stand out from others.

    Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
  • The Debevoise team distinguishes itself from others in the industry through its extensive deal experience, deep knowledge base, and ability to balance both legal and commercial considerations.

    Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Edwin Northover
    Band 4Edwin Northover

    Edwin Northover

    Edwin Northover co-heads Debevoise & Plimpton's corporate practice. He is experienced in M&A transactions, with a notable specialism in the insurance sector.

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    Edwin Northover

    Corporate/M&A: Hong Kong-based (International Firms)

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