Capital Markets: Debt (International Firms) - China
What the team is known for
Ashurst boasts a well-balanced offering with an established reputation for providing DCM advice to major underwriters and issuers on bond offerings, EMTN issues, private placements and cross-border convertible bonds, while providing Hong Kong, English and US law advice for international and Chinese banks and businesses. The team is also well equipped to handle bond restructuring. Key clients include Hong Kong Xiangyu Investment, CITIC Securities and Goldman Sachs.
Strengths
"The team promptly addresses our queries or concerns and stays up to date with the latest regulatory changes, providing sound advice on complex issues with practical solutions."
"The Ashurst team work effectively and efficiently to stay on top of issues and flag potential issues for our attention quickly. They are also proactive in suggesting solutions."
Work highlights
Ashurst advised the joint lead managers, such as Bank of China, on Hong Kong law in relation to the issuance of CNY500 million 4.5% bonds due 2026 by Huafa Investment, unconditionally and irrevocably guaranteed by Zhuhai Huafa Group.
Notable practitioners
Jini Lee regularly represents a diverse clientele of banks and financial institutions, as well as PRC corporates and SOEs, in debt issuances and private placements. "Jini is highly responsive and provides sound legal advice consistent with the latest market practices and regulatory changes." "Jini is very knowledgeable and managed every conversation with the client with ease, reassuring them and pushing for the most effective and meaningful resolution."