The five-partner team at Baker McKenzie benefits from an international network that catalyses both multi-jurisdictional and local work relevant to both the Hong Kong and Mainland China real estate sector, acting for developers and investors regarding a variety of market-specific needs. With over 30 years’ experience handling China and Hong Kong markets in connection with real estate transactions in a PRC and cross-border context, Rico Chan leads the team alongside Edmond Chan, who is well-regarded for his advice to financial investors and real estate developers acting within the scope of the Hong Kong immovables market. Among recent highlights, Rico Chan acted for Angelo Gordon on a joint venture with Million Hope Industries Limited for the acquisition and redevelopment of the luxury residential properties in Hong Kong. May Lau is another seasoned practitioner, combining her M&A skill set with in-depth industry knowledge to act for financial investors, fund managers, and Hong Kong-based developers. Jeremy Ong is a market leader in the REIT space.

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Key clients

  • Angelo Gordon
  • Ares SSG
  • ESR
  • Hyatt
  • LaSalle Investment Management
  • PAG
  • Spring REIT
  • Storhub
  • UBS AG

Work highlights

  • Advised client on the joint venture with Wang On Properties for the acquisition of Pentahotel Hong Kong, Kowloon from New World Development.
  • Advised a client on the joint venture with Million Hope Industries Limited for the acquisition and redevelopment of certain luxury residential properties in Kowloon, Hong Kong.
  • Advised LaSalle Investment Management on a joint venture with Weave Living for acquiring a residential building in Robinson Road, Hong Kong.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rico Chan, Edmond Chan

Other key lawyers

May Lau, Jeremy Ong, Mandy Lan