Asia-Pacific
Practice Areas
Wei has practised in banking and finance law for over 20 years, including more than 15 years in private practice across Australia, the United Kingdom, and Hong Kong. He has almost five years’ in-house experience at a 'Big four' Australian bank. Wei’s expertise encompasses corporate and institutional debt financing, mezzanine lending, and cross-border transactions. He is well-versed in navigating complex regulatory environments, ensuring compliance while achieving optimal financing outcomes for his clients.
Career
Wei began his career at Minter Ellison in Brisbane, gaining foundational experience in banking and finance law. He then enhanced his expertise at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in London, where he focused on structured and asset finance, and then DLA Piper in Hong Kong, where he worked on corporate lending transactions throughout southeast Asia. Prior to joining McCullough Robertson as a partner, Wei worked in the Loan Structuring and Execution team at ANZ. At McCullough Robertson, he has established himself as a key figure in the banking and finance practice, leveraging his extensive experience ‘on both sides’ to provide tailored solutions and strategic guidance to clients. Wei’s collaborative approach and commitment to client success have made him a trusted advisor within the firm and to his clients.
Professional Memberships
Law Society of Queensland.
Publications
Wind and Solar Farms from the perspective of the landowner’s mortgagee, Financial assistance and whitewash in financing transactions, Featherweight securities and administration risk – make sure you have sufficient security, and Key considerations for Queensland’s eConveyancing mandate – commencing February 2023.