Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, Corporate/M&A (International Firms)

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The corporate division of Herbert Smith Freehills has a long-standing worldwide reputation for acting for corporate clients in cross-border investments, M&As, joint ventures, restructurings and other general corporate matter transactions. Specific to China, we regularly assist in M&A activities and the negotiation, establishment and operation of foreign invested companies. We also acted for international companies investing in China.

We started our business in China since 1982. We understand Chinese business cultures and have familiarised ourselves with the values, visions, development strategies and working styles of Chinese companies. Our M&A team are in the top tier of international M&A practices. We handle some of the largest and most complex cross-border transactions in the region and combine our transactional expertise with sector experience and full capability to draft and produce legal documents in both English and Chinese.

Through our Joint Operation with Herbert Smith Freehills Kewei, we are able to advise clients on PRC law together with international law as one seamless team. The team is well experienced in dealing with government and working with Chinese companies and has an in-depth understanding of the requirements of the Chinese authorities involved in the approval and registration of foreign investment projects in China.

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite (International Firms) - China

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer's solid corporate practice is active on public and private transactions from its Beijing, Hong Kong and Shanghai offices. Areas of expertise include joint ventures, acquisitions and dispositions. The team is renowned for its expertise in transactions relating to energy, including oil and gas, as well as other highly regulated industries. It also assists clients from the retail, pharmaceutical and TMT sectors. Clients also benefit from the firm's PRC joint operation firm, Kewei.

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Work Highlights

Herbert Smith Freehills acted for Anglo Chinese, as the financial adviser to Greatview Aseptic Packaging, on the voluntary unconditional general cash offer by Jingfeng to acquire all the issued shares in Greatview Aseptic Packaging. The offer was hostile.

Strengths

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The team demonstrates exceptional communication skills and strong business acumen, providing great support on complex global matters.

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Greater China Region

The team demonstrates exceptional communication skills and strong business acumen, providing great support on complex global matters.

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Greater China Region

Notable Practitioners

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Nanda Lau

Band 3

Nanda Lau heads the firm's corporate practice in China and advises multinational corporations on cross-border transactions, with a focus on joint ventures and acquisitions. She advises clients from the TMT, logistics, biotech, financial services and manufacturing sectors.

Nanda is very helpful and responsive to client needs. She always offers the appropriate level of practical and commercial advice that we need.

Nanda’s strong client engagement, sharp commercial mindset and exceptional communication skills consistently stand out.

Nanda is a very experienced M&A lawyer who is responsive and diligent in her approach.

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Tommy Tong

Band 3

Tommy Tong handles a range of corporate law instructions on behalf of Chinese and international companies. His recent work includes cross-border investments, acquisitions and disposals, especially in the USA and Australia.

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