Corporate Private Equity or Real Estate Partner - Hong Kong

Position: This global law firm is looking for a partner with substantial experience in corporate private equity or in real estate with a mainland China-focused practice for its Hong Kong office.  The firm prefers candidates with on the ground experience, a significant book of business and outstanding reputation in the market.  The firm is committed to the growth of their China practice and will match or exceed current compensation levels.  

Company:  This truly international law firm has over 20 offices worldwide was one of the first international law practices to be licensed by the Chinese government for their Shanghai office.  With the recent opening of their Hong Kong and Beijing offices, this firm is looking to grow considerably in the coming years.  While the firm was named Asian-Counsel’s “Firm of the Year” in 2007 for their Shanghai Tax Practice, their Beijing and Hong Kong office focus more on corporate and M&A work, tapping into the firm’s international support and clients.

Requirements:  Ideal candidates will have a book of business of at least 1.5 million, though the firm will consider other partners, counsel or senior associates. For senior partners, they must possess a book of business between 3m to 4m.Must have top academics and major law firm experience.  Candidates must be U.S. qualified.  Language skills, including Chinese, English, French, German and/or Russian, are a plus, but are not required.