33 ASIAN LEGAL BUSINESS – MAY 2024 WWW.LEGALBUSINESSONLINE.COM OFFSHORE CLIENT CHOICE 2024 onstrating her reach, she facilitated the issuance of the first corporate bond by Huafa Group in the Hengqin Guangdong Macau In-depth Cooperation Zone. Clients rave about Nip’s expertise and dedication. One client says, “Building upon her profound knowledge... she leverages her solid legal skills to provide first-tier offshore legal services... She apparently is a believer in long-term investment, as she never lets people down on account of fee charges, and never cuts corners even when cost pressure mounts. Her professional support makes life a lot easier for clients and fellow legal counsel.” Another client highlights her empathy, stating, “Jenny possesses amazing capability to empathise, which, among many other things, makes it such a pleasure to work with her.” Anthony Oakes partner, Ogier Anthony Oakes is a partner and head of Ogier’s finance practice in Asia. With more than 30 years of experience, Oakes provides legal counsel on BVI and Cayman law. His practice spans diverse finance-related matters, restructuring and insolvency, private equity initiatives and general corporate matters. Notable among Oakes’ transactions was his advice to a $1.3 billion first-ofits-kind green loan supporting the major development of a cold storage and logistics facility by ESR/Chinachem Group in Hong Kong, which was named one of China Business Law Journal’s Deals of the Year 2023. His pivotal role as BVI counsel to Contemporary Amperex Technology on its groundbreaking $1.5 billion debt offshore bond issuance, the largest U.S. dollar bonds issuance by a Chinese private enterprise at the time, earned nomination for the Debt Market Deal of the Year at the prestigious ALB China Law Awards 2021. Oakes played a crucial role as Cayman Islands counsel in facilitating a tender offer by Lenovo Perpetual Securities Limited for its outstanding $1 billion on 5.375 percent perpetual securities, a feat that earned recognition as a finalist in the Debt Market Deal of the Year (Premium category) at the same awards. Clients praise Oakes for his “excellent judgment” and “pragmatic advice.” They value his ability to “develop good rapport,” “build trust,” and provide legal guidance “with a commercial viewpoint.” His approach is described as “seamless” and “helpful.” Oakes is recognised for his “great knowledge of the market” and “intellectual brilliance.” His practical solutions, flexibility, and responsiveness earn accolades, alongside his local connections and experienced team. With his extensive experience and stellar track record, Oakes commands respect within the finance legal community in Asia. His expertise is not only sought after by clients but also esteemed by his peers. Notably, he has been featured in the ALB Offshore Client List for nine consecutive years, a testament to his enduring influence and prominence in the field. Nathan Powell partner and global head of corporate legal services, Ogier Nathan Powell is the partner and global head of corporate legal services at Ogier’s Hong Kong office, renowned for his extensive corporate finance practice focusing on BVI, Cayman, and Jersey companies. His expertise spans capital markets, IPOs, mergers and acquisitions (public and private), private equity structures, and joint ventures, with a particular emphasis on downstream corporate advisory work. Before joining Ogier, Powell garnered eight years of invaluable experience as a corporate lawyer with Freshfields in London and Singapore. Since joining Ogier, Powell has been instrumental in numerous key transactions, including advising on the $1.582 billion take-private of New Frontier Health Corporation and serving as the Cayman Islands legal counsel to Blue Safari Group Acquisition Corp. Additionally, he played a pivotal role as BVI counsel to Geely Automobile Holdings in its monumental $3 billion secondary listing on Shanghai’s STAR stock exchange. ANTHONY OAKES Ogier, Hong Kong SAR NATHAN POWELL Ogier, Hong Kong SAR AMELIA TAN Carey Olsen, Singapore PETER VAS Spencer West, Hong Kong SAR HELEN WANG Carey Olsen, Singapore
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