With a broad client base that includes banks, financial institutions, and private equity funds, Stephenson Harwood LLP has a strong track record within the Philippine market for handling foreign investment and asset financing, particularly in the aviation sector. Jointly leading the practice is Tom Platts who advises international businesses on market entry and M&A, Saugata Mukherjee who is experienced in handling capital markets transactions, and Gregory Xu who is well-regarded for advising financial institutions on corporate finance matters.

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Key clients

  • Cebu Pacific

Work highlights

  • Advised Cebu Pacific on a series of leasing transactions and Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option financing.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Tom Platts, Saugata Mukherjee, Gregory Xu