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Robert Ashworth

Robert Ashworth

Greater China Region 2026

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

China

14 years ranked

About

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Greater China Region

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Robert is Freshfields’ Co-head of global M&A. He specialises in all forms of M&A and private equity and is known for board-level advice on corporate finance and governance matters. With over 25 years’ experience in Asia, he has led on many of the region’s most high-profile transactions, including Starbucks’ US$1.3bn buy-out of its East China business, Hutchison’s US$1.86bn sale of its fixed-line telecommunications business and various investments for PayPal in Asia.

Career

Robert has won numerous legal accolades and awards, including Dealmaker of the Year twice and International M&A Lawyer of the Year in 2018.

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

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Robert Ashworth is a pre-eminent lawyer who is singled out for his handling of sizeable acquisitions, joint ventures and investments for multinational entities across the technology and finance industries. He is co-head of the firm's global M&A practice.
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  • He is very good. He works seamlessly with us and is punctual in responses.

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