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Paul Hastings’ capital markets practice is one of the most active in Asia, with a substantial market share of Hong Kong IPOs. Drawing on the collective strength of our global network of legal professionals, the firm is capable of handling all types of equity capital markets transactions.

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Capital Markets: Equity (International Firms) - China

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

With a highly active ECM practice regularly advising PRC clients on IPOs and secondary offerings in Hong Kong, Paul Hastings' ECM expertise includes advising on global offerings and H-share listings for both Chinese and international underwriters and issuers. The firm regularly advises financial institutions and real estate companies, as well as biotech and healthcare clients.

Work Highlights

  • Paul Hastings advised the joint sponsors and underwriters, including UBS Securities Hong Kong, BOCI Asia, CITIC Securities (Hong Kong), and Merrill Lynch (Asia Pacific), on the USD650 million global offering and listing of China Resources Beverage on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Steven Hsu
6
Steven Hsu
6
Band 6

Steven Hsu is widely recognised for his dual strengths in handling both Hong Kong and US IPOs for sponsors and issuers.

He's keen, friendly and easy to use, as well as client-focused.

Even though he's on the US side, he knows a lot about HK listing rules too. Different parties have different views, but he helps both sides achieve their own goals and makes things go very smoothly.

Steven is experienced and has abundant hands-on experience as a US lawyer.

Peter Cheng
U
Peter Cheng
U
Up and Coming

Peter Cheng has notable expertise in Hong Kong listing rules and advises both underwriters and issuers on Hong Kong IPOs and compliance matters.

Peter is certainly one of the most solid and technically strong partners I have worked with.

Peter is an approachable lawyer delivering excellent client service. He knows clients' needs and provides practical advice.

He is a knowledgeable and pragmatic partner who brings a valuable understanding of listing procedures and the regulatory landscape. He has a good sense of how best to approach issues.

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Capital Markets: Equity (International Firms)

Steven Hsu
6
Steven Hsu
6
Band 6
Peter Cheng
U
Peter Cheng
U
Up and Coming

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