He has extensive experience across the whole life cycle of private M&A transactions, including acquisitions, disposals and auction processes, joint ventures and investments, as well as private capital investments. He regularly acts for corporates, funds and major institutional investors on significant investments and strategic transactions (including establishing platforms) in Greater China and the wider APAC region. David also advises multinational clients on large-scale strategic reorganisations in APAC and private equity funds on portfolio company management, including new fund raisings and internal corporate matters.
David advises clients across a range of industries, but has a particular focus on the technology, financial services, consumer goods and real estate sectors. In recent years, he has also focused on helping clients build innovative collaborations and platforms involving new technologies across Greater China and South-East Asia. In this regard, David has represented both disrupters and incumbents in establishing a number of high-profile and successful collaborations involving electric vehicles, healthtech and fintech, amongst other areas.
David's work has been recognized by leading international legal directories, such as Legal 500, where he is ranked as a Rising Star and recommended for cross-border joint ventures, M&A, and minority investments.