Linklaters is one of the first port calls for international banks, credit enhancers, and corporates in relation to a wide range of industrial and financial sectors. The team’s expertise covers a wide range of financings, including structured lending, acquisition finance, and leveraged facilities. Practice chair Frank Cui is a go-to adviser for the largest Taiwanese, Chinese and international banks operating in the region, while Alessandro Nolet’s primary focus is on creditor side work in the leveraged finance and asset-based finance spaces. The team is also well-versed in advising on ESG-linked loans; Maggie NG, who was appointed partner in 2018, is a key contact here. Other key members of the group include Bernard Chain, who is distinctly knowledgeable of the Chinese real estate industry, in addition to Xiahui Ji, who leverages his energy and infrastructure expertise while working closely with leading policy and commercial banks.
Testimonials
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‘This team is responsive, attentive to clients’ needs and sophisticated. They have the right bandwidth to execute complex cross-border leveraged financing transactions. They have demonstrated strong ability to coordinate with local counsel in relevant jurisdictions.'
‘Frank Cui is very commercial and practical. He has a deep understanding of legal documentation and the complex commercial issues embodied in the documents. He has the ability to distil complex points into concise and plain explanations and offer constructive and helpful solutions.'
Key clients
- JD Property Group Corporation
Work highlights
- Advised the arrangers on the acquisition financing in connection with the acquisition of a minority stake by Carlyle in, and a buyout by the founders of, the Sushi Express business.
- Acted for Ares Management Limited and its affiliates, as arranger and senior lender in a US$287 million unitranche and revolving facility to fund a minority investment by Searchlight Capital in Synergy Group.