Investment Funds: Hedge Funds - Asia-Pacific Region
What the team is known for
King & Wood Mallesons has particular strength in real estate and infrastructure fund formation, management and restructuring in Asia and Australia. The firm demonstrates further ability with regard to the establishment of private equity funds and ETFs. It is well respected for its experience in renminbi-denominated funds in China as well as its experience assisting international investment fund clients with their Asian operations from its offices in Hong Kong and Singapore. It is particularly proficient with regard to its clients' China outbound investment requirements, and maintains an established record of advising on matters connecting Australia and Singapore.
Strengths
"They have strong knowledge of fund formation and a good understanding of client-specific needs."
"Their ability to deliver, expertise and sophistication is top-tier in investment funds in Australia."
Work highlights
King & Wood Mallesons advised China Everbright on the formation of its first Hong Kong Limited Partnership Fund, CEL Infrastructure Investment Fund LP II.
King & Wood Mallesons advised Mercer Australia on its acquisition of BT's Personal and Corporate superannuation business.
Notable practitioners
Lee Guo Sun in Hong Kong, Du Honghui in Shanghai and Jim Boynton in Sydney are the key contacts.
