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Paul, Weiss has one of the most dynamic China practices among international law firms, consistently earning us top-tier recognition in publications including Chambers & Partners. We first established our presence in Beijing in 1981 and thus have the longest continuous presence of any foreign law firm in mainland China. In 1983, we opened an office in Hong Kong and established a Hong Kong limited liability partnership. 

Our multinational team of Western-trained, Chinese-speaking lawyers has a deep understanding of the Chinese legal system and international business transactions. Known as practical and creative problem solvers, we handle matters involving mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital, outbound investments, foreign direct investments, capital markets, corporate and project finance, joint ventures, restructuring and internal investigations, including investigations under the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). We have played a role in a number of precedent-setting transactions in mainland China, including one of the largest-ever buyouts in China; one of the largest-ever private financings of a Chinese company; and several ground-breaking media, theme parks, gaming and other joint ventures with iconic U.S. entertainment, gaming and media companies.

Chambers Review

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

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What the Team is Known For

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP's corporate team has an outstanding private equity offering and an impressive following among clients in the TMT, pharmaceutical and financial services sectors. It has a widely recognised bench with experience assisting global brands with significant investments in automotive and insurance. Joint ventures and cross-border M&A work are other key areas of focus. The team also advises on investments across the globe, including China, South Korea and Chile-related matters, from the firm's Hong Kong office.

Work Highlights

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  • Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison advised DCP Capital on its acquisition of the poultry business, Cargill Protein China.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Judie Ng Shortell
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Judie Ng Shortell
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Judie Ng Shortell's M&A practice involves advising on acquisitions, spin-offs and fund-raisings. She regularly advises multinational corporates and private equity firms.

Judie is a very experienced and strong counsel with good commercial sense.

Greg Liu
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Greg Liu
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Greg Liu is based in the firm's Hong Kong office and frequently handles transactions for large corporates and investors. He has wide expertise in handling privatisations, disposals, acquisitions and private equity investments.

Greg is a good M&A lawyer.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Corporate/M&A: Hong Kong-based (International Firms)

Judie Ng Shortell
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Judie Ng Shortell
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Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)

Greg Liu
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Greg Liu
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