Investment Funds (International Firms) | Greater China Region

Adam Furber leads Simpson Thacher & Bartlett's Asia private funds team, with a proven track record of establishing complex closed-end fund structures across the Asia-Pacific region, and he is especially popular with Japanese asset managers. He is notably active on the formation and operation of buyout funds.

Carol Liu maintains her position as a strong candidate for China-focused funds and PRC asset managers, covering a broad scheme of private closed-end funds across multiple sectors. Her recent successes have included funds in the biomedical, logistics, TMT, and food and beverage industries.

Effie Vasilopoulos co-leads Sidley Austin's global investment funds group. She remains a highly sought-after specialist in both the private open and closed-end fund spaces, and is also instructed by government bodies for her legislative know-how. She is also knowledgeable in the hedge funds space.

Gavin Anderson heads Debevoise & Plimpton's investment group and is a renowned figure in the market for his expertise in all aspects of fund formation, capital raising and closing. He regularly acts for GPs across a range of private closed-end fund structures, as well as LPs on large-size, bespoke investments.

Justin Dolling's seasoned practice encompasses an array of strategies formed under closed-end structures, including healthcare, credit, private equity and growth capital. He is also a top choice of counsel regarding fund investment and closing mandates, principally advising GPs.

Albert Cho is sought after for his abilities in the private funds space, particularly for Korea-related funds. He also acts for an impressive roster of international fund managers across a range of strategies, such as real estate, debt, buyout, banking, infrastructure and venture capital.

Geoffrey Chan leads Skadden's investment management department and is based in the firm's Hong Kong office. He is a prominent counsel in the private closed-end space who is competent across a range of structures and strategies.

Jeremy Lam heads the practice and possesses a well-established market profile based on his acumen in the open-end fund sub-markets, principally hedge and retail funds. He is well regarded in the market for his expertise in fund regulatory issues.

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.

Luke Gannon leads DLA Piper's investment funds practice. He is well known for his wide range of expertise in private open and closed-end funds, and is often looked to by GPs and LP investors across a range of strategies, including real estate, digital technologies and securities.

Matthias Feldmann is very experienced in advising a range of open-end and closed-end funds, such as equity long-short hedge funds and AI-based hedge funds. He also possesses deep knowledge of the regulations governing investment funds.

Serena Tan has a strong presence in the private equity space and is looked to by many multinational corporations and asset managers. Her highly active practice, which shows a strong PRC focus, also encompasses investor representation.

Anthony Wong actively represents sponsor-side clients establishing large-cap closed-end fund platforms, most notably in the real estate space. He also acts for sophisticated sovereign wealth funds.

Damian Jacobs is noted for his extensive experience in secondary fund formation, as well as establishing primary funds in the closed-end space, acting for managers pursuing a wide range of strategies and sectors.

Lee Guo Sun stands out for his frequent instruction by reputable private equity houses, particularly in the real estate, infrastructure and logistics sectors. He is triple-qualified in England & Wales, Hong Kong and Singapore.

Hayden Flinn advises asset managers on establishing investment platforms as part of a broader corporate practice, with a focus on private equity-related structures in a multitude of sectors. He also handles fund investment and related asset disposal.

James Ford is the head of Allen & Overy's funds and asset management department. He is often called upon by LPs seeking to invest in private equity funds and also assists with secondary fund formations.

Michael Wong leads Dechert's broad funds practice and is often called upon by PRC and Hong Kong-based asset managers for his wide expertise. He is equally proficient in handling hedge funds, PE funds and registered funds.

Lee Pang is based in Hong Kong and is adept at handling all aspects of venture capital and private equity fund formation and operation. He has previously practised as a funds lawyer in New York, San Francisco and Shanghai.

Scott Peterman of K&L Gates boasts substantial knowledge of advising both GPs and LPs on high-value matters relating to private closed-end funds. He also accepts mandates to establish and structure hedge funds.

Taylor Hui stands out for his knowledge of registered fund regulatory procedures, and is regularly instructed to handle retail and hedge fund launches. He is also well regarded for his expertise in handling private equity fund formation.

"He is very good at communicating with both the client and the counterparties and can explain complex issues and matters in a way that is easy to understand. He also has good commercial awareness and understands our business."

Ying White is frequently instructed to advise private closed-end funds on formation mandates both inbound to and outbound from the PRC. She is knowledgeable about offshore and onshore fund structures used in the PRC, such as QFII, QFLP, QDII and QDLP funds and renminbi funds.

Alwyn Li has an active practice facilitating retail funds such as unit trusts and debt funds. He is knowledgeable about SFC authorisation and maintenance requirements. He is well versed in both thematic and multi-asset funds.

"Through his experience and understanding of the business environment and legal regulations, he has advised clients on cost-efficient solutions to navigate these fund regulatory regimes across the world."

"The professionalism, expertise and exceptional client service exhibited by her have provided a very positive experience. Her ability to distil intricate information and present it in a straightforward manner greatly facilitates the decision-making process."

"He is very commercially minded and always flexible. He understands the transaction, the rationale and why particular parties have particular requests and tries to find the middle ground for the different parties."

Xing Liyong is a bright talent cultivating a growing reputation for China-facing private equity matters concentrating on the technology and healthcare sectors. Her mandates focus on assisting with fund-raising activities for global fund managers.

Cindy Shek has a growing reputation in the market for her proficiency in investment funds. While adept at all aspects of fund formation and investment, she has notable strength in authorised funds.

Hibban Ahmed leads Linklaters' investment funds practice. He is well versed in a variety of fund formation and structuring mandates, including for real estate asset investment houses.

Zeng Xun is an investment funds partner based in the firm's Beijing office. She advises clients on a variety of fund formation and maintenance matters, with a particular focus on private equity and venture capital funds.