Banking & Finance (International Firms) - China
What the team is known for
Baker McKenzie's finance group is highlighted for its breadth of experience in outbound lending work for PRC clients, especially on real estate and project financing matters. The law firm handles leveraged finance issues for key PRC banks and international financial institutions and represents clients in all aspects of financing transactions, from origination and negotiation to documentation and closing. It additionally offers sound knowledge of financial regulatory compliance issues and is active advising on mandates involving offshore loans. The firm's key clients include the Bank of China, Mizuho Bank and Standard Chartered Bank.
Strengths
"Baker McKenzie is able to guide us in handling sophisticated matters. They advise us on the potential legal risks as well as taking the lead to resolve such legal risks."
"They are second to none in terms of responsiveness and the efforts they put into their work to make not only the clients happy, but also the counterparties happy."
Work highlights
Baker McKenzie advised Deutsche Bank in the refinancing of a Sinosure-guaranteed syndicated loan facility valued at USD415.7 million for the development of the North-South Expressway in Jamaica.
Notable practitioners
Sally Hung has considerable expertise in structured finance and syndicated loan matters. Her clientele includes both commercial and investment banks. "She's a very reliable and trustworthy partner. She's highly capable of working on highly complicated situations and is able to deliver." "She is a very efficient person, especially for those urgent transactions. She is very proactive in solving the problems encountered in banking transactions."
Kenneth Ching is recognised for his growing practice, drawing praise from market sources. He has noteworthy experience in leveraged financing and refinancing transactions, and is regular mandated by banks and alternative credit providers. "Kenneth is a great all-round lawyer. He's very hands-on and detailed and I'm happy to see him on my deals." "Kenneth has strong interpersonal skills and is commercially minded. He also demonstrates a good understanding of our requirements. It has always been a pleasant experience to work with Kenneth."
