Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded (International Firms)

Paul Hastings LLP has a notable corporate practice which attracts an impressive roster of Chinese clients to its Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong offices. The team is renowned for its expertise in outbound private equity and real estate transactions. It regularly offers expert advice on M&A mandates and joint ventures, with additional experience across the TMT, life sciences, shipping and fintech sectors. Zhongyuan Bank, Masimo and MultiMetaVerse are among the firm's major clients.

"The Paul Hastings team often look at the bigger picture and have a strong capability to identify the risks."

"The partners in China helped us look at cross-border matters and transactions, and they do an excellent job leveraging the global expertise of Paul Hastings."

"The team shows strong professional skills and business sense, great efficiency and response speed."

Paul Hastings advised Beijing Shouhuan on the establishment of the Beijing Universal Resort, which is home to Universal Studios Beijing, Universal Citiwalk Beijing and two hotels.

David Wang co-heads the practice and is held in high regard for his expertise across the full spectrum of corporate law mandates. He handles M&A and private equity transactions in addition to minority investments and strategic partnerships. "David is very sharp and creative. He is very responsive to our needs and always takes a problem-solving approach."