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Financial Services (International Firms) - China

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What the Team is Known For

Ashurst in China works closely with other offices in its international network to provide a solid cross-border offering. The practice is experienced in handling non-contentious matters but is best known for its skill in contentious issues, often assisting clients with investigations and enforcement actions involving the SFC, the HKMA and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, as well as internal compliance reviews and reforms. The team makes use of its strong network in Asia to advise on local and international regulatory issues, with an impressive client base drawn from the banking, insurance, asset management and accountancy sectors. Its clients benefit from its ability to offer PRC law advice through its joint operations office with PRC law firm Guantao.

Work Highlights

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  • Ashurst advised HSBC on the entirety of a transaction involving the provision of its digital assets platform, Orion, to the Central Moneymarkets Unit of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority in connection with the HKSAR government's successful issuance of a multicurrency, digitally native bond.

Strengths

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Their advice is always conscious of the prevailing circumstances and new developments in the relevant areas. 

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The team is well staffed with competent attorneys. Prompt attention and quick turnaround are demonstrated consistently at all levels of the team. 

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Notable Practitioners

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Ben Hammond
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Ben Hammond
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Ben Hammond leads Ashurst's non-contentious regulatory practice in Hong Kong. He assists banks, financial institutions, securities traders and funds with their wide-ranging regulatory needs.

Ben provides a great level of support to clients and is mindful not only of costs but of providing relevant guidance based on the client's commercial needs.

Ben has maintained a strong relationship over the years by delivering relevant advice, sharing his industry knowledge and supporting the needs of my office. He became our main trusted legal adviser.

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