LAWYER PROFILE

Shimin Lee

Global 2026

Clifford Chance LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Private Equity: Buyouts

2 years ranked

About

Provided by Clifford Chance LLP

Global

Practice Areas

Shimin Lee specialises in advising private equity sponsors on domestic and cross-border M&A. Shimin has extensive experience advising on all stages of the investment cycle, including acquisitions and disposals, joint ventures and minority investments, management incentive arrangements, refinancings and corporate restructurings.

Shimin was listed as a Private Equity Rising Star in Europe by Law.com in 2021 and 2023.

Career

The London School of Economics and Political Science (Bachelor of Laws LLB) 2012

Joined Clifford Chance 2013

Admitted as a solicitor in England & Wales 2015

Seconded to Cinven 2017

Partner since 2024

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Private Equity: Buyouts - UK

Up and Coming

Individual Editorial

Shimin Lee is highly valued by Clifford Chance's marquee sponsor clients. She regularly advises on M&A, portfolio bolt-ons and management equity arrangements.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

With her exceptional quality, communication and maturity, Shimin is a standout future leader of the team.
Private Equity: BuyoutsChambers Global Guide
She is a very good person to have on a deal.
Private Equity: BuyoutsChambers Global Guide
Shimin is great to work with. We always value her views and she is extremely responsive.
Private Equity: BuyoutsChambers Global Guide