21 ASIAN LEGAL BUSINESS – AUGUST 2024 WWW.LEGALBUSINESSONLINE.COM Han Kun Law Offices (Han Kun Hong Kong) Established as a prominent and highly regarded full-service law firm in China, Han Kun Law Offices has gained widespread recognition for its expertise in complex cross-border and domestic transactions. With a diverse range of practice areas including private equity, capital markets, investment funds, and more, the firm offers comprehensive legal solutions to meet the evolving needs of its clients. With nearly 800 legal professionals distributed across strategic locations in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Haikou, Wuhan, Hong Kong, Singapore and New York City, Han Kun Law Offices expanded its footprint as a registered foreign law firm in Hong Kong in 2014, marking the firm’s first venture outside mainland China. Led by Mr. Dafei Chen, the Hong Kong office has enhanced the firm’s ability to cater to clients’ legal requirements in the Greater China region. Han Kun Law Offices Hong Kong and its associated firm officially merged in November 2022, enabling the firm to realize deeper integration in the local legal market. Upon the merger, a local Hong Kong law firm operated by Han Kun under the name “Han Kun Law Offices LLP” (“Han Kun Hong Kong”) was duly established. In recent years, Han Kun Hong Kong has garnered attention for its involvement in significant deals, such as representing Jiumaojiu, Yeahka Limited, Kindstar Global, and UBOX Online in their Hong Kong IPOs, and representing Yeahka Limited in its issue and listing of convertible bonds on the HKEX. Additionally, Han Kun Hong Kong advised a number of Hong Kong listed companies such as Ganfeng Lithium and Poly Property Services on Hong Kong compliance matters. Driven by its commitment to growth, Han Kun Hong Kong has witnessed a significant increase in headcount, BROUGHT TO YOU BY YYC LEGAL LLP A conversation with Rossana Chu What specific qualities or services set YYC Legal apart from other law firms in Hong Kong, particularly in light of its recognition as one of the ALB Hong Kong Firms to Watch 2024? YYC Legal LLP is a law firm that highly values our client’s trust in us. In our service process, we take into account clients’ genuine concerns which may be of commercial, financial, reputational or even social in nature. Also, we aim to be at the forefront of all legal developments so we can offer our clients innovative solutions to legal matters of different natures. With a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape, we are committed to delivering high-quality legal services with a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness. What have been some of the firm’s work highlights in the past month that demonstrate its expertise across practice areas and industry sectors? • CITIC Group US$ 1.91 billion sale of its equity interests to China Huarong (awarded) • Li Ning US$ 283 million acquisition of Vansittart Investment which garnered over US$ 576 million customer deposit size after launch How does YYC Legal’s strategic partnership with East & Concord Partners enhance its ability to handle cross-border transactions and international litigations? YYC Legal LLP’s association with East & Concord Partners (a reputable law firm based in Mainland China with over 200 partners and 600 legal professionals) started in January 2024. It expands the two firms’ global network and allows unparallel sharing of legal knowledge, clientele and market information. Cross-border issues in transactions and international litigations can be addressed by the two firms together in the comprehensive services provided to clients from China and other countries. Since early 2024, the two firms jointly have won recognitions including “China Business Law Awards 2024”, “LegalOne Merits (Exemplary) Award 2023-2024”, “LegalOne Deals of the Year 2023 – China Book” and are shortlisted in the Chambers Asia-Pacific and Greater China Region Awards 2024. • Asia Allied Infrastructure US$ 32.2 million acquired majority interest of Modern Living (a GEM listed company) • A Hong Kong statutory body’s implementation of a data sharing platform which accumulated over US$ 2.18 billion worth of transactions post-launch • A Hong Kong licensed virtual bank’s implementation of virtual banking platform Rossana Chu Partner E: rossana.chu@east-concord.com.hk YYC Legal LLP 2803 & 2803A, China Resources Building, 26 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong W: www.yyc-ec.com Dafei Chen demonstrating its dedication to meeting the expanding demands of its clientele. The firm prides itself on maintaining a team of key members, including Dafei Chen, Tao Li, Ethle Tang, Felix Miao, Lu Chai, Bonnie Yung, Allen Zhang, Yu Wang, Adrian Yip and Jiankun Li, who are recognized professionals within their respective fields. Tang & Co. (in association with Helmsman) Tang & Co. is the Hong Kong office of award-winning law firm Helmsman. Founded in 2019, Tang & Co. quickly gained a reputation in the industry for its handling of highprofile complex commercial disputes, exceptional legal acumen, unwavering commitment towards excellence and giving of “plain, practical advice”. Tang & Co. is presently instructed to act in connection with disputes over Tang Chong Jun
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