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David Kalani Lee

David Kalani Lee

Global 2026

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Practice Areas

DAVID LEE focuses on M&A, venture capital and private equity investments, investment fund formation, joint ventures and general corporate and transactional matters. He has worked on a variety of complex cross-border M&A transactions throughout the Asia region, including Singapore, Southeast Asia, China, and Japan, as well as the U.S., including both inbound and outbound investments.

David’s transactions span across different industries with extensive experience in the telecommunications, media and technology, healthcare, sports, education, real estate, and energy sectors. He has also been involved in several digital assets-related transactions.

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Investment Funds (International Firms) - China

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

David Kalani Lee has considerable expertise undertaking investment fund formation matters. His knowledge spans technology, healthcare and real estate. He is also equipped to advise on subsequent investment and corporate transactions.

Strengths

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  • He is very tuned in to the commercial requirements for us.

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  • David is excellent in terms of delivering quality work. He is very responsive and with excellent commercial and business acumen.

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