Our Capabilities in Asia

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1 Regional Overview Our Capabilities in Asia Mayer Brown JSM is part of Mayer Brown, one of the world s leading international business law firms advising clients across the Americas, Asia and Europe.

2 Our Capabilities in Asia Mayer Brown JSM is part of Mayer Brown, one of the world s leading international business law firms. Our extensive capabilities around the world, our local market knowledge and our deep understanding of industry-specific issues allow us to handle complex cross-border deals and to seek out optimal solutions for our clients wherever they do business. Our lawyers and their practices operate on a global basis and build teams to respond to each client s unique needs and opportunities.

3 The Firm at a Glance One of the largest law firms in Asia. Significant geographic presence across the Americas, Asia and Europe. Clients include many of the world s industry and financial services leaders, including a significant portion of the world s largest banks and investment banks plus Fortune 100, FTSE 100, Hang Seng Index and DAX-listed companies. Regularly ranked among the leading law firms in Asia by highly regarded directories and publications across the legal profession. Chambers Asia-Pacific (2015) The 2015 edition of Chambers Asia-Pacific ranked 45 Mayer Brown JSM lawyers with 59 total rankings in 33 geographic and/or practice categories, including 14 lawyers who achieved Band One or higher rankings. IFLR1000 (2015) The 2015 edition of IFLR1000, a guide to the world s leading financial law firms, ranked Mayer Brown JSM in 11 categories, including 1 top-tier rankings, and listed 18 of the firm s lawyers as Leading Lawyers. Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2015) Mayer Brown JSM was ranked by Legal 500 Asia Pacific in 31 categories, including 10 Tier One rankings. The 2015 edition also recognised 15 lawyers as Leading Individuals. mayer brown jsm 1

4 Our Asia Presence In Asia Mayer Brown JSM has offices in Hong Kong, mainland China, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. We also have dedicated country teams to provide a range of legal services in jurisdictions where we do not have a physical presence. HONG KONG The Hong Kong office is the regional hub for the Asia practices. With 200 lawyers, the Hong Kong presence makes us one of the largest law firms in the city. In addition to our footprint in the Asia marketplace as a whole, our long history in Hong Kong gives us an excellent knowledge base on matters specific to Hong Kong. We are especially recognised for our Asset Finance, Employment & Benefits, Real Estate, Restructuring, Bankruptcy & Insolvency and Litigation & Dispute Resolution practices. We are proud to have long-standing working relationships with many leading industry players in the region, and to have grown with them over the years. In Hong Kong, Mayer Brown JSM operates in association with Jingtian & Gongcheng, one of the first private and independent partnership law firms in China. Jingtian & Gongcheng is headquartered in Beijing, with offices in Shanghai, Shenzhen, Chengdu and Hong Kong. MAINLAND CHINA Mayer Brown JSM has one of the largest groups of Chinese legal professionals based in Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, including nine China-Appointed Attesting Officers. Like all foreign firms, we are not permitted by the Ministry of Justice to issue opinions on matters of PRC law or to practise PRC law. However, our knowledge and experience of PRC laws and regulations, and of the Chinese business culture, make us well placed to assist our clients, both inside and outside mainland China, with a wide range of legal services. SINGAPORE We have a long history of advising on Singapore related matters and are able to provide practical business advice and support for investments in this important financial centre. Our Singapore office focuses on Projects, Energy, Asset Finance, cross-border M&A and International Arbitration. Our Singapore office also serves as a business hub for clients in other Southeast Asian economies, including Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia and Myanmar. THAILAND Mayer Brown JSM has been operating in Thailand for over two decades. Our Bangkok office focuses primarily on the Thai law aspects of cross-border and international work and also advises on domestic Thai law in handling such transactions. We offer our clients ease of communication through our excellent Thai and English language skills. In addition to Restructuring work, our team is also active in Corporate, Real Estate & Construction, Hospitality & Leisure, Project Finance and Dispute Resolution matters. VIETNAM Mayer Brown JSM established a permanent presence in Vietnam in 1994 and has developed a broad range of experience to provide our clients with high quality, full commercial Vietnamese and international legal services. Our full-service offices in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have a proven track record in advising on all forms of inward investment and related issues, including complex M&A and joint ventures. We are also active in advising on Capital Markets, Project Finance, Energy and Real Estate transactions. Our offices in Vietnam are regularly engaged by other international law firms, including those with a presence in Vietnam, for our insight into investing and conducting business in Vietnam. 2 Our Capabilities in Asia

5 Country Teams INDIA Our India group offers a thorough understanding of the Indian legal market that we leverage to support our clients around the world who face legal challenges when undertaking business involving India. The group has significant relations with the leading Indian diversified family conglomerates, many of India s other leading corporations and the leading law firms in India. The members of our team have deep ties to the country and recognise the importance of regularly visiting India to meet with clients and local law firms. JAPAN We regularly act as international counsel on Japan-related transactions, sometimes working in collaboration with Japanese law firms. We represent Japanese companies and financial institutions, as well as Japanese affiliates of US and other non-japanese companies. Among our Japan-based clients are financial institutions, insurance companies, shipping and freight transportation companies, steel manufacturers and utility companies, as well as multinational conglomerates involved in Trading, Energy, Mining, Information Technology, Infrastructure, Life Sciences and Real Estate. KOREA With a strong track record of acting for top-tier clients in Korea, we have developed a focused and experienced practice group devoted to Korea, including lawyers from key business centres across Asia, the Americas and Europe. We have provided strategic advice and devised innovative solutions to both well-known Korean clients in their cross-border transactions, and global clients doing business in Korea. Our thorough understanding of the complex business environment, legal framework and culture of the Korean market, ensures that we are able to provide our clients with legal representation across a wide range of areas. MYANMAR With many of our clients now showing an interest in doing business in Myanmar, we have established a dedicated Myanmar team composed of senior lawyers with the relevant experience to act as the first point of contact for any Myanmar related queries. Members of our Myanmar team are actively involved in advising foreign investors in such industries as Energy & Natural Resources, and Hospitality & Leisure amongst others, on a wide range of matters in relation to doing business in Myanmar. Mainland China Korea Japan India Myanmar Hong Kong Thailand Vietnam Singapore mayer brown jsm 3

6 Key Practices and Industries practices Antitrust & Competition Banking & Finance Corporate & Securities Employment & Benefits Financial Services Regulatory & Enforcement International Trade Intellectual Property Litigation & Dispute Resolution Real Estate Restructuring, Bankruptcy & Insolvency Ta x Wealth Management industries Aviation Chemicals Construction & Engineering Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Energy Health Care Hospitality & Leisure Insurance Mining Private Investment Funds Shipping Technology, Media & Telecommunications 4 Our Capabilities in Asia

7 We serve our clients interests with professional excellence. Antitrust & Competition Competition & Antitrust Team of the Year ~ China Business Law Awards (2014) Mayer Brown JSM is at the forefront of emerging antitrust and competition issues in Asia. Our antitrust lawyers are experienced in helping secure clearances for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and other commercial transactions, and in providing advice relating to the rapidly developing antitrust regimes in the region. We offer clients throughout Asia proactive behavioural counselling and training on antitrust law compliance as well as the added advantage of our close working relationships with key enforcement agencies. Mainland China and Hong Kong are major areas of focus given the significance of these markets and the rapidly developing antitrust regimes in these jurisdictions. We have been advising on mainland China s Anti-Monopoly Law since it was introduced over a decade ago and are highly experienced in assisting our clients to navigate the unique aspects of this regime. Our lawyers have been involved in the consultation stages regarding Hong Kong s Competition Ordinance and has advised a number of clients regarding compliance activities. Banking & Finance Banking and Finance Law Firm of the Year, Hong Kong ~ Asian-MENA Counsel (2011) Our Banking & Finance practice has extensive experience representing financial institutions, investors and borrowers on a wide variety of cross-border and domestic financing transactions in many different industries and jurisdictions. Our finance lawyers advise on bank lending, structured finance, derivatives, debt capital markets and real estate finance transactions. ASSET FINANCE We are actively engaged in a wide range of transport and equipment finance transactions throughout Asia. While we focus primarily on shipping and aircraft related transactions, we also advise on projects in relation to many other assets, including railways, container boxes, container terminal cranes, bus fleets, airport-related equipment, telecommunications and electrical metering equipment. Our group participates in both straightforward debt transactions and structured transactions (such as tax-driven finance leases and Japanese operating leases). The strength and depth of the group enables it to handle transactions across Asia and makes it the team of choice for many financial institutions in the region. mayer brown jsm 5

8 We are able to provide excellent client service because of the integrity and responsiveness of our people. Asset Finance Deal of the Year ~ Asian Legal Business Awards (2011) PROJECT FINANCE Our Project Finance team represents clients across a wide variety of sectors, including power (both thermal and renewables), oil and gas, mining, industrial, manufacturing and other infrastructure facilities. We advise on the full range of project financing techniques, including senior and subordinated lending, equity investments and leveraged lease transactions. In addition, we act for commercial and investment banks, bilateral and multi-lateral agencies, sponsors, developers, contractors, operators, governments and public agencies on all aspects of project finance in Asia. STRUCTURED FINANCE With more than 100 structured finance lawyers in offices across the Americas, Asia and Europe, we have one of the largest structured finance practices in the world and with that size comes the knowledge, experience and manpower to tackle transactions of any scale in any jurisdiction. We have extensive experience in representing clients on domestic and cross-border securitisation and structured finance transactions and coordinate regional local law compliance issues (such as netting and collateral) across all Asian jurisdictions. Corporate & Securities Highly Recommended in Finance & Capital Markets (Internationally Headquartered firms) ~ Financial Times s Innovative Lawyers Asia Pacific (2014) Our Corporate & Securities lawyers provide a full range of legal services to global companies and financial institutions for some of their most important transactions. Key practices operate within Corporate & Securities and are set out below: EQUITY CAPITAL MARKETS We represent issuers and underwriters throughout Asia on all types of equity and equity-linked transactions including initial and secondary public offerings, spin-offs, rights issues, share placements as well as pre-ipo financings in preparation for later public equity offerings. Our multi-jurisdictional law capabilities enable us to act on dual listings and international offerings from our multiple offices in the region, providing an integrated and efficient approach to transaction execution and handling compliance with stock exchange listing rules. 6 Our Capabilities in Asia

9 We believe in selfless teamwork and commitment to one another in our approach to serving clients. Mayer Brown JSM makes the most of its illustrious Hong Konglisted client base, and has made impressive progress in cross-border transactions, including PRC-outbound M&A. ~ Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2015 DEBT CAPITAL MARKETS We represent issuers and underwriters in connection with the issuance of convertible securities, and investment-grade and high-yield debt securities. We have been involved in some of the most complex high-yield and structured transactions, and have broad experience in structuring and executing multitiered financings and resolving complex collateral, subordination and intercreditor issues. We advise clients on hybrid capital securities as well as commercial paper programmes, MTN establishments, updates and drawdowns. MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS We offer a large and established team of lawyers who are experienced in all facets of cross-border and domestic mergers and acquisitions. The team advise on all types of M&A transactions including public takeovers, joint ventures, management buyouts, privatisations and reorganisations. We handle matters ranging in size and complexity from multi-billion dollar cross-border transactions to mid-size and smaller transactions. We represent a broad spectrum of public and private companies, private equity and management groups and also advise investment banks in their roles as financiers or financial advisors on M&A transactions. US SECURITIES COMPLIANCE AND ADVISORY We advise corporations, investment funds and financial institutions on postoffering compliance and regulatory issues from Asia, offering timely service and leading advice. Our dedicated US Securities team based in Hong Kong provides real-time US legal advice to clients in Asia. Employment & Benefits Most Responsive International Firm in Hong Kong: Employment ~ Asian-MENA Counsel (2013) Mayer Brown JSM s Employment & Benefits group acts for a broad spectrum of clients ranging from international and domestic corporations to government and government-funded organisations. Combining the skills of experienced practitioners in the human resources industry, we offer integrated contentious and non-contentious capabilities, advising on all aspects of employment law, planning, advisory, counselling and disputes, and providing cutting-edge advice tailored to the needs of our clients. mayer brown jsm 7

10 We value the imagination and initiative of our people. Financial Services Regulatory & Enforcement They are smart and sensible. ~ Chambers Asia-Pacific (2012) Financial services is one of the most globally integrated, sophisticated and highly regulated industries. Firms today require knowledgeable and experienced regulatory lawyers to provide cross-border strategic advice. Mayer Brown JSM has extensive experience liaising with regulators and various government authorities, especially those in Hong Kong and mainland China. Our lawyers work seamlessly to advise clients on emerging legal trends, regulatory compliance, potential enforcement proceedings, legislative initiatives and other areas of strategic risk. Our experience includes providing advice regarding the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA), development and implementation of the Basel Committee capital standards, the USA Patriot Act, the Sarbanes- Oxley Act, the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act and sanctions/embargo legislation. International Trade International Trade: International Firm of the Year, China ~ China Law & Practice (2013) The firm s Global Trade practice offers strategic advice, advocacy and litigation services to governments, trade associations and leading multinational companies seeking to maintain an advantage in the global marketplace. The team advises on trade and customs compliance issues, trade remedies (including antidumping and countervailing duty), and on international litigation and disputes settlement matters. Comprising experienced senior trade professionals and lawyers we assist clients in relation to trade policies and compliance. Mayer Brown Consulting (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. provides non-legal advisory services on customs and international trade as well as on strategies designed to capitalise on opportunities and overcome market barriers. 8 Our Capabilities in Asia

11 We seek insight and understanding by listening to our clients and colleagues. Intellectual Property Intellectual Property Law Firm of the Year, Hong Kong ~ Managing Intellectual Property (2012) Mayer Brown JSM provides a team of lawyers focused on Intellectual Property (IP) with unrivalled experience, having been involved in some of the leading cases in Hong Kong, mainland China and elsewhere in Asia. We offer a full range of IP services which includes everything from portfolio management to strategic pan-asian advice, licensing and franchising agreements, transactional IP matters and complex IP, IT, broadcasting and telecoms litigation. Our trade mark agency in Beijing enables us to assist our clients directly with all their trade mark needs in mainland China and we also have substantial experience of IP litigation and administrative actions in the country. We are known as litigators who get results and as transactional lawyers who close deals. Litigation & Dispute Resolution Litigation and Dispute Resolution Firm of the Year, Hong Kong ~ Asian-MENA Counsel (2013) Mayer Brown JSM has one of the largest Litigation & Dispute Resolution practices in the region. We offer a coordinated approach tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients in different industries, including banking, commerce, construction, education, financial services, healthcare, insurance, private equity, real estate and shipping. We focus on areas including administrative law and judicial review, arbitration and medication, e-discovery, employment, insolvency, investigation, probate and estates, tax and trusts, and white collar crime. In Hong Kong, we are recognised by our substantial litigation advocacy skills and we have the largest number of accredited Higher Rights of Audience in respect of civil proceedings by way of exemption by the Law Society of Hong Kong, enabling us to represent clients in the Higher Courts. This results in a wider choice of legal talents and more cost-effective legal solutions for our clients. ARBITRATION Our Arbitration practice plays a leading role in assisting clients in resolving business disputes without going through the court system. Our lawyers advise on how to reduce risk when entering into cross-border transactions and investments and when disputes arise, we put together lean teams of experienced practitioners who know how to overcome such problems as multiple languages, documents scattered across the globe and differing legal traditions to achieve desired results in a cost-efficient manner. Our team has extensive experience as advocates and arbitrators of the international institutions that administer international arbitrations and dispute settlement procedures, including Asia s main arbitral institutions as well as local and specialised arbitral institutions: CIETAC, CIArb, HKIAC, HKIArb, ICSID, ICC, SIAC, SCIA and the SHIAC. mayer brown jsm 9

12 We base our collaborative culture on the professional and personal relationships of our people. Tier 1 for Dispute Resolution ~ Legal 500 Asia Pacific ( ) INVESTIGATIONS Our Investigations team consists of a group of notable practitioners who are involved in various key areas of investigations including anti-bribery and corruption, antitrust and competition, employment, financial services regulatory and enforcement, and data privacy, where we provide clients with practical and effective legal support for investigations whether as part of M&A due diligence, risk and compliance procedures or for crisis management. We are regularly engaged by global clients to handle anti-bribery and other ethical compliance internal investigations in mainland China and in multiple jurisdictions in Asia and to advise on the complex features of the US FCPA and the UK Bribery Act and their interplay with domestic anti-bribery legislation in the region. E-DISCOVERY Mayer Brown JSM s Electronic Discovery & Information Governance practice works with clients to manage the risks and costs associated with electronic information by establishing procedures for electronic discovery and records management that allow for timely responses to discovery demands and are defensible before any court or regulatory body. Our practice includes lawyers in Asia, the US, European Union and Latin America who have vast experience in handling electronic discovery and records management problems across multiple industries having worked with clients across a breadth of industries in managing the risks and costs associated with handling electronic information in both litigation and regulatory context. We are significantly involved in the upcoming e-discovery legislation in Hong Kong. Real Estate Winner of Real Estate All-Star Award ~ The Asian Lawyer (2014) Real Estate Law Firm of the Year ~ ALB Hong Kong Law Awards ( ) Real Estate International Law Firm of the Year, China ~ Chambers China Awards (2012 & 2013) Real Estate is one of Mayer Brown JSM s signature strengths. We have broad experience and high visibility in real estate transactions by developing a strong worldwide network of relationships and acting for top-tier clients including real estate owners, major developers, construction companies, institutional investors, contractors, government bodies, financial services organisations, car park operators, various public bodies and local and multinational corporations. Our range of services includes land grant and land acquisition documentation, joint ventures, development agreements and concession agreements, sale and acquisition of real estate-owning companies, negotiating tenancy agreements, leases and licences for residential, commercial and industrial real estate; development and real estate financing; and debt restructuring and rescheduling of real estate based lending. 10 Our Capabilities in Asia

13 We see it as imperative that we build a diverse and inclusive organization at all levels. Restructuring, Bankruptcy & Insolvency Insolvency Law Firm of the Year ~ ALB Hong Kong Law Awards ( ) Best Restructuring Law Firm ~ The Asset Triple A Asian Awards (2013) We are one of the few firms that has a dedicated restructuring, bankruptcy and insolvency team in Asia covering both contentious and non-contentious areas. We represent clients in all types of troubled situations ranging in size and complexity from multi-billion-dollar, cross-border insolvency proceedings to mid- and smaller-size restructurings. We have represented the largest and most complex insolvency proceedings in the world, but we consider our greatest strength to be the careful judgment and partner-led service that we give to our clients, regardless of the size of the credit or transaction. Our range of legal services includes restructuring and nonperforming loans (such as corporate restructuring and workout, statutory reorganisations, receivership asset and distressed debt disposals) and liquidation, recovery and investigation, where we deal with matters such as fraud and negligence claims and forensic investigations. Tax Our tax practice advise clients on the structuring and planning of corporate and finance transactions, including cross-border direct investment, finance, mergers and acquisitions, fund formation, private equity and venture capital investment and divestment, corporate restructuring, employment and supply chain management. We have particular experience in the area of transfer pricing and have advised on the tax, customs and VAT aspects of all facets of their value chains, including the development, transfer and exploitation of intellectual property, related and unrelated party manufacturing and worldwide distribution. On the contentious side our tax controversy lawyers represent businesses of all sizes in any phase of a tax dispute, from before a tax audit begins through litigation in the courtroom. Wealth Management Mayer Brown JSM offers a broad range of tax, estate, business planning and charitable advisory services to individual clients, family groups, fiduciaries, and charitable organisations. We advise professional fiduciaries, represent parties in fiduciary litigation, and counsel fiduciaries in the administration of trusts and estates. Our Wealth Management group offers extensive capabilities in estate planning, trust and estate administration; trust and estate litigation; tax-exempt organisations; and charitable giving. mayer brown jsm 11

14 Industry Strength Our lawyers are knowledgeable and experienced in most major sectors, which enables them to serve as trusted advisers because they know and understand clients business needs. Described below are a few targeted industry strengths in Asia. Aviation Aviation Firm of the Year ~ Asian-MENA Counsel (2012 & 2013) Mayer Brown JSM has over 60 years of experience in the aviation industry, representing airports, airlines, aircraft financiers and investors, aircraft lessors, aviation fuel providers, catering companies, ground handling companies and maintenance, repair and overhaul companies. We have a highly dedicated team of aviation lawyers who advise clients on the full spectrum of issues in this area, from aircraft acquisition and disposal, to leasing and financing, and aviationengineering related issues. Chemicals Our Chemicals group comprises lawyers from across the firm s practices. These lawyers are experienced in dealing with the issues affecting the chemicals industry globally, including transactions, environmental and regulatory matters, dispute resolution, antitrust and competition, risk management, investigations and compliance, government and global trade, intellectual property and tax. Construction & Engineering Real Estate/Construction Firm of the Year ~ Asian-MENA Counsel (2013) Mayer Brown JSM has been involved in construction law in Hong Kong for decades. We act for developers, governments and other public institutions, utility and transport undertakings, consultants, contractors and insurers on all aspects of building and civil engineering contracts in Hong Kong, mainland China and the rest of Asia. We advise on both contentious and non-contentious construction issues and provide advice on the full spectrum of issues that can arise during the design and construction of a project. 12 Our Capabilities in Asia

15 Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Exceptional team is praised for its strength in depth, as well as its ability to service large corporate companies. ~ Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2013) Drawing from our multidisciplinary team of lawyers with experience spanning many different practice areas, we offer a comprehensive and unique data privacy and security related legal service to our clients in Asia. We regularly advise banks, financial institutions, insurance, real estate, retail and services, sports and entertainment, technology, media, telecommunications and quasigovernmental organisations on a broad range of areas such as privacy security audits, privacy strategy, planning and education, and data protection compliance. Our range of legal services also includes, compliance, litigation, investigations as well as security breach responses and handling complaints filed with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner in Hong Kong. We have unrivalled experience with our lawyers having handled some of the most high profile data security cases as well as pan-asian data protection projects. Energy [Mayer Brown JSM] is recognised for project finance in the energy sector. ~ IFLR1000 Energy & Infrastructure Asia Pacific Guide (2014) Our global Energy group comprises lawyers from our offices around the world, including the principal energy and energy finance centres of London, New York, Houston, Singapore and Hong Kong. These principal centres have a tradition of hosting, servicing or financing energy firms and we have a substantial presence in each of them. The team provides a full service for clients across all energy sectors from oil and gas, to power companies, renewable and alternative energy companies and oilfield services companies. We are also actively involved in international industry trade organisations and legal associations that shape and improve the legal environment for the energy industry around the world. Our global footprint highlights our commitment to serve energy clients around the world. Hospitality & Leisure China Business Law Award Winner: Construction & Real Estate ~ China Business Law Journal (2013) We have one of the largest Hospitality & Leisure teams in Asia having advised on deals involving over 50 major brands and typically act on between 20 to 25 hotel management agreements each year. We advise on the full spectrum of hotel lifecycle issues which can arise during the development, construction, pre-opening preparation and post-opening operations of hotel projects. Representing owners, mayer brown jsm 13

16 hotels, serviced apartment and gaming operators, developers, financiers and other prominent participants in the hotel and leisure industry, we boast an outstanding track record having worked on more than 2,000 hotel-related matters alone over the past decade, covering lodging chains to boutique hotels, from family resorts to six-star suite hotels across Asia. Health Care We offer the legal and technical experience and global awareness needed to understand the opportunities offered and challenges presented to the health care industry. Our Health Care group consists of a multidisciplinary team of lawyers with extensive industry knowledge and resources. The group comprises lawyers from across the firm s practices, including: transactions, intellectual property, dispute resolution, antitrust and competition, risk management, investigations and compliance, government and global trade, tax and transfer pricing, and regulatory and environmental matters. We have sat on the Hong Kong Hospital Authority panel since its establishment in 1991 and have helped shape Hong Kong s healthcare industry. We advise public and private healthcare institutions, hospitals, healthcare professionals, insurance companies and others in civil and criminal proceedings, judicial review, disciplinary proceedings, regulatory matters, death inquests, medical malpractice complaints, insurance-related claims and professional indemnity policy wordings, and other related legal matters. Insurance Insurance Law Firm of the Year ~ ALB Hong Kong Law Awards (2010, 2011, ) Mayer Brown JSM has an established and dedicated Insurance practice in Asia. With a long history of acting for major insurers, reinsurers, brokers, underwriters and actuarial institutions, the team has extensive experience in contentious and non-contentious insurance related matters. Our team of highly experienced insurance lawyers adopts a technical, yet commercial approach to advising on policy issues, especially the development of new products. We also use a strategic approach to the management of all claims, and provide significant hands-on partner involvement. This means we identify the issues from the outset to maximise results. 14 Our Capabilities in Asia

17 Mining They have a deep and long-term understanding of developments in the mining finance world. ~ Client quoted in Chambers Global 2015 Our global Mining group works throughout the world, advising clients on a wide variety of transactions including project finance, environmental, corporate, construction, insurance and commodities matters. Our lawyers have extensive experience of the day-to-day legal, financial and operational issues faced by mineral producers and those who provide finance to the industry sector. Private Investment Funds Best Real Estate Investment Funds Practice, Hong Kong ~ Wealth and Finance International (2014) We have an extensive global private investment funds practice comprising of nearly 100 lawyers from the firm s worldwide practice area. Our lawyers broad market experience enables fund sponsors, advisers and investors to structure funds and investments creatively and efficiently to maximise fundraising flexibility and opportunities. We advise fund sponsors in connection with fund formation, portfolio investments and transactions, fund administration and regulatory matters and disposition transactions. Shipping China Business Law Award Winner: Aviation & Shipping ~ China Business Law Journal (2013) We have played an active role in the shipping industry in Asia for over 100 years. having advised on all aspects of maritime law. Our clientele spans the industry from shipbuilders, shipowners, charterers, pool operators, ship managers and agents to lenders and lessors, insurance companies and P&I clubs. We advise on English law as well as the laws of each country in which we operate and have wide experience in many other important maritime jurisdictions. Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) The advice rendered displayed good business acumen and a definite grasp of the industry. ~ Client quoted in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2015 We have substantial experience in the technology space, having represented some of the world s leading software houses and industry associations. Our domain name practice boasts two domain name panelists with the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre and one WIPO panelist. Our lawyers have been involved in some of the most significant TMT transactions in Asia representing financial institutions, insurance companies and leading technology, broadcasting companies and telecommunications companies. mayer brown jsm 15

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19 About Mayer Brown JSM Mayer Brown JSM is part of Mayer Brown, a global legal services provider, advising clients across the Americas, Asia and Europe. Our geographic strength means we can offer local market knowledge combined with global reach. We are noted for our commitment to client service and our ability to assist clients with their most complex and demanding legal and business challenges worldwide. We serve many of the world s largest companies, including a significant proportion of the Fortune 100, FTSE 100, CAC 40, DAX, Hang Seng and Nikkei index companies and more than half of the world s largest banks. We provide legal services in areas such as banking and finance; corporate and securities; litigation and dispute resolution; antitrust and competition; employment and benefi ts; environmental; financial services regulatory and enforcement; government and global trade; intellectual property; real estate; tax; restructuring, bankruptcy and insolvency; and wealth management. Please visit for comprehensive contact information for all our offices. This publication provides information and comments on legal issues and developments of interest to our clients and friends. The foregoing is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter and is not intended to provide legal advice or be a substitute for specific advice concerning individual situations. Readers should seek legal advice before taking any action with respect to the matters discussed herein. Mayer Brown is a global legal services provider comprising legal practices that are separate entities (the Mayer Brown Practices ). The Mayer Brown Practices are: Mayer Brown LLP and Mayer Brown Europe-Brussels LLP, both limited liability partnerships established in Illinois USA; Mayer Brown International LLP, a limited liability partnership incorporated in England and Wales (authorized and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and registered in England and Wales number OC ); Mayer Brown, a SELAS established in France; Mayer Brown Mexico, S.C., a sociedad civil formed under the laws of the State of Durango, Mexico; Mayer Brown JSM, a Hong Kong partnership and its associated legal practices in Asia; and Tauil & Chequer Advogados, a Brazilian law partnership with which Mayer Brown is associated. Mayer Brown Consulting (Singapore) Pte. Ltd and its subsidiary, which are affiliated with Mayer Brown, provide customs and trade advisory and consultancy services, not legal services. Mayer Brown and the Mayer Brown logo are the trademarks of the Mayer Brown Practices in their respective jurisdictions The Mayer Brown Practices. All rights reserved.

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