With offices in Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong, Clifford Chance LLP is the first port of call for international and regional fund managers in the establishment and operation of the full range of alternative private investment funds. The team’s extensive offering spans over 25 years and includes advice on fund life cycles, including raising, structuring, and launch, with further expertise in governance and investment vehicles. Practice head Matthias Feldmann – who splits his time between Hong Kong and Singapore – is noted for his advice on hedge fund and private real estate fund launches. Other recommended individuals include funds and investment management head Ying White (Beijing and Shanghai); Viola Lui, a financial regulatory expert with a strong funds practice; and Liyong Xing who joined from Kirkland & Ellis International LLP in mid 2022 and is an advisor to emerging fund sponsors. All named individuals are based in Hong Kong unless noted otherwise. Former practice head Mark Shipman retired in April 2023.
Testimonials
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‘Very commercial and capable.'
‘Liyong Xing is great and always helps us to solve the issue.'
‘The team is very commercially focused and professional.’
‘Bernice Lin always provides quick responses of high quality.’
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Matthias Feldmann