Simmons & Simmons has hired investment funds specialist Gaven Cheong as a partner at its Hong Kong office.
Previously a counsel with Sidley Austin in Hong Kong, Cheong focuses on the creation and structuring of investment funds, as well as regulatory work.
Prior to joining Sidley Austin in 2006, Cheong worked at the Hong Kong offices of Clifford Chance and Herbert Smith Freehills.
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Indian law firm Trilegal has bolstered its real estate and disputes capabilities with the addition of litigator Samit Dilip Shukla as a partner in Mumbai. Shukla was previously a partner at DSK Legal.
Hong Kong-based law firm David Cameron Law Office (DCLO) has announced the appointment of Aoife Griffin as a new partner, significantly expanding its practice areas.
Rajah & Tann Thailand has strengthened its shipping and insurance practice groups by hiring a team of lawyers from Chandler MHM led by Ittirote Klinboon, who joins as a partner.