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Yijun Chao

Yijun Chao

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Han Kun Law Offices
 Han Kun Law Offices

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Capital Markets: Debt & Equity (PRC Firms)

China

9 years ranked

Private Equity: Buyouts & Venture Capital Investment (PRC Firms)

China

1 year ranked

About

Provided by Han Kun Law Offices

Global

Practice Areas

Focuses on private equity & venture capital, capital markets, corporate/M&A, and investment funds

Career

One of the most experienced legal professionals and pioneers in China's VC/PE investment sector since 1990s. Before founding Han Kun, Mr. Chao practiced at two famous international firms (Coudert Brothers, and Morrison and Foerster) for about eight years.

Professional Memberships

Member of the PRC Bar and the New York State Bar

Education

Peking University

LL.B. & Bachelor of Science

Cornell Law School

LL.M.

Awards

Eminent Practitioner in Capital Markets: Debt & Equity, Private Equity: Buyouts & Venture Capital Investment

Chambers Greater China Region, 2022-2025

Eminent Practitioner in TMT: Equity Financing

Chambers Greater China Region, 2023-2024

Eminent Practitioner in TMT

Chambers Greater China Region

2022

Eminent Practitioner in Capital Markets: Debt & Equity

Chambers Global, 2022-2025

Band 1 Lawyer in Private Equity: Buyouts

Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2012-2021

Hall of fame in TMT

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, 2023-2026

Highly regarded Lawyer in Capital Markets, Private Equity and M&A

IFLR1000, 2019-2025

Distinguished practitioner in Private Equity and Capital Markets

Asialaw Profiles, 2020-2025

Distinguished practitioner in Technology and telecommunications

Asialaw Profiles, 2023-2025

Languages Spoken

Chinese, English

Key sectors

Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)Health and Life SciencesTransportEnergy and UtilitiesFamily Offices and High Net Worth

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Capital Markets: Debt & Equity (PRC Firms) - China

Eminent Practitioners
Individual Editorial

Chao Yijun is a seasoned lawyer and is well recognised for his expertise in cross-border mandates, particularly in connection with listings on the New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and the Singapore Exchange. He wins recognition for his experience in IPOs and financings with a technology focus.

领先律师
晁毅军律师是一位经验丰富的律师，因处理跨境业务，特别是与纽约证券交易所、纳斯达克、香港联交所及新加坡证券交易所相关的业务能力受到高度认可。他凭借处理以科技行业为主的IPO及融资能力额而受到尊敬。
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Private Equity: Buyouts & Venture Capital Investment (PRC Firms) - China

Eminent Practitioners
Individual Editorial
Chao Yijun is a leading figure in the firm and the wider market. His expertise covers the full gamut of corporate law and financial services matters, including private equity financing, mergers and acquisitions.
领先律师
晁毅军律师是该律所及整个市场里的领军人物。他的专业知识覆盖公司及金融服务事务的各个方面，包括私募股权融资、合并收购的委托。
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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Chao has comprehensive professional ability and business acumen. He is an excellent team manager.

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity (PRC Firms)Chambers Global Guide

  • 晁毅军律师有全面的专业能力和商业意识，优秀的团队管理者。

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity (PRC Firms)Chambers Global Guide

  • Chao Yijun has comprehensive professional ability and business sense. He is an excellent team manager.

    Private Equity: Buyouts & Venture Capital Investment (PRC Firms)Chambers Global Guide

  • 晁毅军律师具备全面的专业能力和商业头脑，在团队管理方面非常优秀。

    Private Equity: Buyouts & Venture Capital Investment (PRC Firms)Chambers Global Guide

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