Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded (International Firms) - China
What the team is known for
Herbert Smith Freehills' solid corporate practice is active on public and private transactions from its Beijing, Hong Kong and Shanghai offices. Areas of expertise include joint ventures, acquisitions and dispositions. The team is renowned for its expertise in transactions relating to energy, including oil and gas, as well as other highly regulated industries. It also assists clients from the retail, pharmaceutical and TMT sectors. Hua Hong Semiconductor, Wearnes-StarChase and Johnson Matthey are among the firm's key clients.
Work highlights
Herbert Smith Freehills advised Blackstone on its USD9.5 billion acquisition of a majority stake in Emerson's Climate Technologies.
Notable practitioners
Tommy Tong handles a range of corporate law instructions on behalf of Chinese and international companies. His recent work includes cross-border investments, acquisitions and disposals, especially in the USA and Australia.
Nanda Lau heads the firm's corporate practice in China and advises multinational corporations on cross-border transactions, with a focus on joint ventures and acquisitions. She advises clients from the TMT, financial services and manufacturing sectors.
