Banking & Finance (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2025 : China
Band 2
Contact number
+852 3405 2300Chambers Review
Norton Rose Fulbright's banking and finance team is skilled at handling syndicated loans as well as structured, commodity and trade finance. It regularly acts on financing for the infrastructure, hospitality, healthcare and retail sectors. The team also offers advice on acquisition finance transactions. The law firm offers strong coverage in Greater China through its offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing. It is particularly active on large outbound financing and refinancing. The firm skilfully represents major Chinese and international banks as well as borrowers and alternative financiers, and it frequently advises on cross-border mandates across the Asia-Pacific region.
Work Highlights
- Norton Rose Fulbright advised Abax Global Capital on a green term loan facility of undisclosed value which included warrant financing to Cornerstone Technologies.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are competent and able to provide the necessary advice. During protracted negotiations they are able to share ideas or solutions to resolve deadlocks."
"They have the ability to make the client feel as though they are the sole focus of their attention. They are very knowledgeable, approachable, easily contactable and always ahead of the curve."
"They are competent and able to provide the necessary advice. During protracted negotiations they are able to share ideas or solutions to resolve deadlocks."
"They have the ability to make the client feel as though they are the sole focus of their attention. They are very knowledgeable, approachable, easily contactable and always ahead of the curve."
Notable Practitioners
Peter Haslam heads Norton Rose Fulbright's Hong Kong banking and finance practice. He is a longstanding figure in the market who has notable expertise in banking transactions, including green finance and bilateral and syndicated lending.
"He is very well respected and has a very good reputation in the market."
"Peter Haslam is a very qualified and experienced partner."
Victor Sim has a growing reputation, and shows particular strength in leveraged and acquisition finance. He represents both Chinese and international banks and financial institutions.
"Victor is a responsive, helpful, responsible and knowledgeable legal professional."
"Victor has shown a dedication to maintaining a high level of professionalism. He is experienced and knowledgeable in cross-border financing and provides valuable recommendations."
Ranked Lawyers at
Norton Rose Fulbright
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