Conversant with the establishment and regulation of open-ended and closed-ended funds of all types, including those structured in accordance with Hong Kong’s relatively new LPF regime and the Open-ended Fund Company (OFC) regime, Stephenson Harwood provides ‘high-quality and cost-effective advice’ to a myriad regional fund managers. Team head Penelope Shen has ’deep expertise in navigating the Asian and global markets’, including in relation to clients with an ESG focus. Associate Brian Ho has ‘good commercial sense and technical legal skills’ and regularly works alongside Shen on many of the team’s key mandates.
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- 'Stephenson Harwood's investment funds team demonstrated a deep understanding of the complex regulatory landscape surrounding investment funds.'
- 'They provided valuable insights and practical solutions tailored to our specific needs, ensuring compliance and maximizing opportunities. Their ability to navigate intricate legal frameworks with ease was truly commendable.'
- 'The very responsive and capable team provides high-quality and cost-effective advice.'
- 'Penelope Shen's deep knowledge of investment funds, coupled with her strong analytical skills, played a vital role in guiding our investment fund matters.'
- 'Penelope Shen's ability to navigate complex legal frameworks and provide strategic advice was truly remarkable. She consistently demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of our unique needs and delivered tailored solutions that exceeded our expectations.'
- 'Penelope Shen's deep expertise in navigating the Asian and global markets, has earned her a reputation as a trusted advisor to a diverse range of investment managers, sponsors, and investors.'
- 'Brian Ho has good commercial sense and technical legal skills.'
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Penelope Shen