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Provided by Tanner De Witt
Tanner De Witt’s Corporate and Commercial practice deals with a wide range of non-contentious matters on behalf of our clients. We pride ourselves on the personal and attentive service we offer to our clients, who include public and private companies, multinationals, partnerships and individuals involved in a wide range of activities, both within Hong Kong and internationally.
Our lawyers, many of whom have international law firm backgrounds, have between them, extensive experience in Hong Kong and Asia. Our understanding of the local business environment combined with our knowledge, experience and proven track record means that we add real insight and value to the business decisions you face. We have broad experience of cross-border mergers and acquisitions, having acted for large multinationals, in addition to a sound knowledge of private equity transactions.
We have built up a thorough working knowledge of PRC business entities and structures. In addition, we have secure connections and working relationships with law firms in the PRC and most other jurisdictions, evidenced by the fact that we receive frequent referrals from well-known US, European and Asian law firms.
Chambers Review
Tanner De Witt remains part of a global referral network with elite law firms, frequently handling cross-border mandates. Its services cover the full range of corporate and commercial matters, including investments, joint ventures and M&A transactions. The team is strong in dealing with regulatory compliance work related to corporate transactions. Tanner De Witt is additionally able to assist clients on venture capital transactions, as well as restructurings and reorganisations. The firm counts ZV France and Newborn Town among its major clients.
Work Highlights
- Tanner De Witt assisted Qima in its acquisition of an inspection services provider.
Strengths
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"I always have very efficient and responsive communication with Tanner De Witt."
"He gives very commercial and practical advice without complicating the issues."
"I always have very efficient and responsive communication with Tanner De Witt."
"He gives very commercial and practical advice without complicating the issues."
Notable Practitioners
Tim Drew co-leads the corporate department of Tanner De Witt. He has over two decades' experience in the Hong Kong corporate market, handling all manner of cross-border corporate and transactional mandates, including M&A, disposals and shareholders' agreements.
"Tim takes a highly commercial approach combined with a positive 'can do' attitude. Tim gets deals done and is a pleasure to work with. He is accessible and I can always get hold of him."
"Tim has a good awareness of the potential commercial pitfalls we may face and always has a good solution for us."
Edmond Leung focuses his practice on multi-jurisdictional private equity and M&A, and frequently acts on behalf of international companies and investors. He has extensive experience advising on acquisitions, divestments and corporate reorganisations.
"He is technically sound but pragmatic as well in his advice to deliver effective legal solutions."
"Edmond maintains good client relations and he is very good to work with."
Eddie Look wins praise for his handling of cross-border M&A, joint venture establishments and private equity transactions. He is regularly mandated by clients from the manufacturing, financial services and life science industries.
"Eddie not only has vast experience of corporate transactions in Hong Kong, but also has a deep understanding of our business."
"He is easy to communicate with and very willing to help."
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