Corporate/M&A - Asia-Pacific Region
Band 1
What the Team is Known For
Linklaters has a very strong M&A practice that is consistently winning key roles on the foremost transactions in the region. The firm demonstrates high-quality capabilities across key Asian business hubs and in relation to significant industry sectors, particularly in China and Singapore. It is active in jurisdictions across the Asia-Pacific region, including Japan, India and Thailand, as well as Malaysia and the Philippines. Major oil and gas groups, food industry giants and leading insurers feature on its enviable client roster. It also maintains a practice for private equity work, most notably out of its China and Singapore offices.
Notable practitioners
Hong Kong-based Betty Yap and Matthew Middleditch are key contacts for the group and the Hong Kong practice. Sophie Mathur is a key contact in Singapore, while Sayak Maity and Sushil Jacob are key contacts for the India practice. Tracy Whiriskey is a key contact for the Tokyo office. Wilailuk Okanurak is a key contact in Thailand.
