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White & Case LLP

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

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What the Team is Known For

White & Case LLP houses a proficient M&A team, advising clients on the financial services, energy and technology sectors on cross-border investment and regulatory issues. It is capable of handling the full range of corporate matters, including high value cross-border M&A and joint ventures, as well as corporate restructurings and private equity investments. The team benefits from the firm's pre-eminent US-based CFIUS experts.

Work Highlights

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  • White & Case advised Altor's portfolio company, Permascand, on its merger with Magneto Special Anodes.

Strengths

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  • The dedication and commitment they had to ensure that we achieved our end goal distinguish this department. They gave their time and support to ensure a seamless closing.

    Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms) respondentGlobal
  • The entire team is very practical and helps us find solutions to our commercial considerations.

    Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms) respondentGlobal
  • W&C stands out for having a high-performing, commercially-oriented senior team, who can grasp the full breadth of transactions across different disciplines and ensure that no matter is overlooked.

    Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms) respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Vivian Tsoi
    Band 1Vivian Tsoi

    Vivian Tsoi

    Vivian Tsoi serves a diverse clientele of multinational corporations and Chinese SOEs and private companies on cross-border transactions. Her recent work includes advising on disposals and investments in the technology, chemical, manufacturing, and food and beverage sectors.

    • Vivian is easy to work with. She can grasp issues very quickly and provide relevant, commercial advice.

      Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms) respondentGlobal
    • I have utmost confidence in her legal work and judgement. She is a key partner in the region.

      Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms) respondentGlobal
    • You have a black letter lawyer who can apply the law to facts, but Vivian also always has a finger on the pulse of what’s happening in China. She’s able to offer perspective.

      Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms) respondentGlobal
  • Band 5Christopher Kelly
    Band 5Christopher Kelly

    Christopher Kelly

    Christopher Kelly heads White & Case's Asia-Pacific corporate and M&A practice and is well placed to advise on cross-border acquisitions and private equity investments. He frequently advises clients from the renewables, mining and technology sectors.

    • He can think on his feet and is amazing at handling difficult issues and negotiations.

      Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms) respondentGlobal

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