Restructuring/Insolvency (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 2
Contact number
+852 2842 4888Chambers Review
Linklaters acts for a range of banks, funds and corporates on distressed investments and bond and credit restructuring matters and frequently advises with regard to enforcements and insolvency litigation. The law firm's Hong Kong and Singapore offices regularly collaborate on complex cross-border matters and are proficient in dealing with matters across Asia, especially in India and Singapore. Its clients include CIFI Holdings (Group), Golden Wheel Tiandi Holdings and Yuzhou Group Holdings.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised CIFI Holdings (Group) on its restructuring of approximately USD7 billion offshore financial indebtedness.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm provides practical advice and critical thinking in a timely manner, working in real time with financial advisers. We work with them on a number of complex multi-jurisdictional situations."
"The firm has a deep bench locally and regionally and collaborates with the wider firm, both functionally and across borders, as needed."
"The Linklaters team is very responsive and always available, even at short notice."
"The firm provides practical advice and critical thinking in a timely manner, working in real time with financial advisers. We work with them on a number of complex multi-jurisdictional situations."
"The firm has a deep bench locally and regionally and collaborates with the wider firm, both functionally and across borders, as needed."
"The Linklaters team is very responsive and always available, even at short notice."
Notable Practitioners
Richard Woodworth is well regarded for his expertise in restructuring and recovery matters. He frequently assists major Chinese banks in complex restructurings and insolvencies, while also advising appointed receivers.
"Richard is technically astute, and has a deep understanding of all aspects of restructuring and insolvency."
"Richard is a strong and collaborative lawyer who looks to drive processes forward."
Ranked Lawyers at
Linklaters
China