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Linklaters

Capital Markets: Securitisation (International Firms)

Global Guide 2026 : China


Linklaters

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Capital Markets: Securitisation (International Firms) - China

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Linklaters' deeply resourced structured finance and derivatives team boasts a strong bench advising on margin loans and QFII structures and is hugely influential in the OTC derivatives market. A prominent practice advising on regulatory developments pertaining to OTC clearing and exchange trading, it is also highly commended for its standout securitisation practice, which is most notably active in China and is a first port of call for advice on regulatory development. The team is active on cross-border loan repackaging and the issuance of repackaged notes, as well as advising on covered bonds. It commonly acts for relevant regulators, financial institutions and SOEs. Clients benefit from the firm's joint operation with Zhao Sheng Law Firm.

Work Highlights

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  • Linklaters advised Cinda International Asset Management on the issuance of tokenised repackaging notes backed by a portfolio of AAA-rated money market funds.

  • Linklaters advised Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation on its second collateralised loan obligation transaction, Bauhinia ILBS 2, advising on the issuance of USD423.3 million infrastructure loan-backed securities.

Strengths

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  • The team is able to respond with high quality advice within a very short timeframe. The firm also has impressive bench strength and a number of high quality associates.

    Capital Markets: Securitisation (International Firms) respondentGlobal
  • Linklaters has solid and strong technical knowledge and the ability and willingness to match the client's tight timetable.

    Capital Markets: Securitisation (International Firms) respondentGlobal
  • The team is responsive, smart, and on top of the latest regulatory developments and industry trends.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Victor Wan
    Band 2Victor Wan

    Victor Wan

    Victor Wan has a distinguished reputation in the derivatives and securitisation space. He advises on a range of matters from his base in Linklaters' Hong Kong office, including cross-border margin loans and structuring securities packages.
  • Band 2I-Ping Soong
    Band 2I-Ping Soong

    I-Ping Soong

    Soong I-Ping offers expert advice on regulatory aspects of derivatives and margin deals. Her expertise is highly sought after by a number of banks.
    • I-Ping is a very experienced derivative expert in Hong Kong and has a wealth of knowledge on regional matters too.

      Capital Markets: Securitisation (International Firms) respondentGlobal
    • I-Ping is a stellar lawyer and is my only go-to, any time.

      Capital Markets: Securitisation (International Firms) respondentGlobal
    • She is super smart and consistently provides excellent advice. Her work is always faultless.

      Capital Markets: Securitisation (International Firms) respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Stephen Song
    Band 2Stephen Song

    Stephen Song

    Stephen Song is an experienced adviser on margin loans and total return swaps. He often acts for syndicated and individual banking clients.
    • Stephan has good commercial sense and deep knowledge in the corporate equity derivatives business.

      Capital Markets: Securitisation (International Firms) respondentGlobal
    • Stephen is great; I find him very commercial.

      Capital Markets: Securitisation (International Firms) respondentGlobal
    • He is knowledgeable, persuasive, responsive and highly resourceful.

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Ranked Individuals at Linklaters (4)

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    Victor Wan

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    I-Ping Soong

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    Stephen Song

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    Victor Wan

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