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Asia Regional Managing Partner, Head of China and a member of the firm’s Executive Group. Founded and leads the asset management and investment funds practice in Asia.

Has combined experience working in New York and Asia which is invaluable in advising clients in cross-border transactions. One of the most senior international lawyers in Asia who serves clients in the fund formation area, focusing on the structuring, restructuring, formation and operation of alternative investment products, including private equity funds, venture capital funds, real estate funds, hedge funds and funds of funds. Has extensive experience in representing investors in making investments in private funds and co-investment projects around the globe. Also a respected as an expert on regulatory and compliance matters related to investment funds and their managers.

Active in regulatory reform issues relating to the private equity funds sector. Serves as a frequent market commentator through the media and major industry conferences on investment trends in the region.

Career

Columbia University, J.D.; LL.M

Admissions: New York; People's Republic of China; Hong Kong

Languages: English; Mandarin Chinese

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https://www.shearman.com/People/C/Chen-Lorna-Xin

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Investment Funds (International Firms) - China
2
Band 2

Lorna Chen leads an active private equity practice representing both LPs and GPs across the Greater China region. She is a favourite choice of counsel for a number of sovereign wealth funds on their strategic investments. She is also the firm's Asia regional managing partner.

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