Private Equity: Buyouts & Venture Capital Investment (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 3
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The growing private equity team of Goodwin regularly acts for prominent global funds from its base in Hong Kong. The firm advises on all manner of private equity mandates, including buyouts, privatisations and disposals. Its advice spans investments in the TMT, retail, logistics and biopharmaceutical sectors. Goldman Sachs, LionRock Capital and B Capital Group are examples of its clients.
Work Highlights
- Goodwin represented LionRock Capital on the sale of its remaining indirect stake in Clarks to Viva China.
Notable Practitioners
Daniel Dusek is acknowledged for his wide-ranging activity in the field. He is frequently sought after by Hong Kong-based and international investors for his advice on privatisations, acquisitions and cross-border investments.
Douglas Freeman advises a range of private equity and investment banking firms on their cross-border acquisitions, public offerings and other corporate mandates. He has been active of late in transactions concerning the retail, supply chain and food and beverages sectors.
"Doug never loses his composure, and he is someone I always go to for both legal and business strategy advice."
Victor Chen advises funds on both domestic and cross-border investments and acquisitions. His recent activity includes advising clients on transactions in the retail, education and technology sectors.
Yash Rana remains active in the private equity and venture capital space. He manages a varied caseload, advising on cross-border buyouts and venture capital investments in the financial services, technology and life sciences sectors.