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Kirkland & Ellis

Restructuring/Insolvency (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China

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Kirkland & Ellis

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Kirkland & Ellis’ restructuring practice group, with more than 200 attorneys in the Firm’s U.S., Hong Kong, London and Munich offices, is one of the largest, stand-alone dedicated restructuring groups worldwide and has earned a stellar reputation for advising all categories of stakeholders on complex financial restructurings and insolvency proceedings. 

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Restructuring/Insolvency (International Firms) - China

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What the Team is Known For

Kirkland & Ellis's exceptionally well-respected restructuring and insolvency team is highly regarded for its representation of bondholder groups in major restructurings. It is highly active in the energy sector. The firm is sought after for its strong collaborative relationship with its US offices on cross-border matters and is noted for its presence in the broader region, often operating on mandates in jurisdictions such as Singapore and India. The law firm also advises on insolvencies and Chapter 11 issues, as well as on large-scale default cases.

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Work Highlights

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  • Kirkland & Ellis advised an ad hoc committee of noteholders on the restructuring of the New York-law governed notes issued by Hong Seng and guaranteed by Hong Yang Group Company, the controlling shareholder of Hong Kong-listed companies Redsun Properties Group and Redsun Services Group.

Strengths

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  • They are always very responsive and adhere to any agreed timelines while maintaining a consistently high standard of work.

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  • The Kirkland & Ellis team brings innovative, effective and simple solutions to large and complex problems. They also deliver high-quality deliverables at short notice.

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  • They have multiple lawyers with good Mandarin and English skills and perhaps the most experienced practitioners in the field.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Neil McDonald
    Neil McDonald

    Neil McDonald

    Neil McDonald heads Kirkland & Ellis's restructuring and insolvency practice. He has an established reputation for supporting distressed companies and creditors in cross-border restructurings and bankruptcy proceedings.

    • Neil McDonald brings a breadth of experience and sharp legal knowledge to every matter, consistently acting quickly and decisively to drive results.

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    • Neil is hyper-commercial and great at getting deals done. He gives practical advice that I don't think any other lawyer in Asia could give. He has a wealth of knowledge.

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    • He's number one in the market.

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  • Wei-Yang Lim
    Wei-Yang Lim

    Wei-Yang Lim

    Lim Wei-Yang has a notable practice and continues to draw praise from market sources. He acts for debtors and creditors on cross-border restructurings and liquidations.

    • Wei-Yang has a calm head and always provides sensible and simple solutions to challenging and complex issues. He is a pleasure to work with.

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    • Wei-Yang has been a fantastic resource for our organisation. He not only has a great deal of relevant experience and technical expertise but is also very strategic and commercial.

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    • Wei-Yang is extremely pleasant and professional to interact with. Coming from a debt finance and restructuring background, he's well rounded and has an acute commercial sense.

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    Neil McDonald

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    Wei-Yang Lim

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