Financial Services (International Firms) - China
What the team is known for
MinterEllison leverages a highly regarded bench of litigators and is particularly strong in contentious mandates. It often advises on market misconduct investigations and assists clients with proceedings brought by the SFC. The team is also able to advise regulators, federations and independent statutory bodies, including the FRC, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the Hong Kong Competition Committee and the Insurers Federation and Institute of Certified Public Accountants, on non-contentious financial services issues. Its key clients include China Gas Industry Investment Holdings, the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Strengths
"It is evident that the team has a wealth of experience in advising regulators on disciplinary proceedings and judicial review matters."
"They have the ability to break down complex issues and analyse them in a methodical fashion."
Work highlights
MinterEllison advised the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (SEHK) on the conduct of review and disciplinary cases under the Listing Rules, and represented the SEHK in court proceedings.
Notable practitioners
David Morrison is head of MinterEllison's contentious regulator practice in Hong Kong and well known for his handling of major litigation and for advising regulatory bodies and corporates on contentious regulatory matters. "David is a real powerhouse in the market."
Desmond Yu serves a broad range of clients spanning corporates, senior executives and statutory bodies. He regularly assists with investigations and compliance advice. "Desmond has built good depth and breadth of experience and knowledge in regulatory investigation work." "He meets every criterion I would look for in a lawyer; he is attentive, professional and has a good memory."
Nathan Dentice continues to advise regulatory bodies and professional associations on regulatory investigations as part of his broader disputes practice. He has had notable activity in enforcement actions and appeal cases of late. "Nathan is a solid operator."
