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White & Case represents a wide array of clients in both international and local derivatives matters, spanning pivotal markets across the Asia-Pacific region. The team’s prowess is notably showcased in its coverage of derivatives designed for investment and hedging objectives, particularly excelling in equity-related transactions, with key engagements involving leading banks such as Credit Suisse. Leading the team is the ‘proactive and very diligent’ Nathaniel Crowley, who boasts significant expertise in OTC derivatives, structured finance, and a range of lending transactions. Further bolstering the team is Xuan Jin, whose specialisation in debt capital markets is accentuated by niche proficiencies in sustainable finance and Islamic finance. This wide-ranging skill set extends beyond his representation of financial institutions to encompass sovereign entities, a testament to Jin’s versatile capabilities.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Very good structured products and repackagings experience.’

  • ‘Nathaniel Crowley is very proactive and very diligent.’

Key clients

  • Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
  • Australia New Zealand Banking Corporation
  • BNP Paribas Hong Kong
  • Charoen Pokphand Group
  • Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
  • Credit Suisse Hong Kong Branch
  • EIG Global Energy Partners
  • SMBC Hong Kong Branch
  • Societe Generale Hong Kong
  • Timemerchant Capital

Work highlights

  • Advising MidOcean Energy on its proposed acquisition of Origin Energy Limited in consortium with Brookfield Transition Fund.
  • Advised Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank on its investment in US$404.8m Infrastructure Asset-Backed Securities sponsored by Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation.
  • Advised BNP Paribas as sole arranger, initial purchaser and swap counterparty on a Korean credit card securitisation in respect of assets originated by Hyundai Card Co. Ltd.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Nathaniel Crowley

Other key lawyers

Xuan Jin