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Andrew Whan to lead Clifford Chance's Corporate practice in Asia Pacific

19 December 2016

Andrew Whan to lead Clifford Chance's Corporate practice in Asia Pacific

Leading international law firm Clifford Chance today announced that Andrew Whan will be the new head of the firm's Corporate Practice in Asia Pacific effective 1 January 2017. Andrew has been practicing in Asia Pacific for more than 14 years and currently leads the firm's Private Equity practice in the region.

Outgoing head, Mark Shipman, who successfully led the team for four years, will continue to lead the Global Funds and Investment Management group. In addition, Mark is a member of Hong Kong's Financial Services Development Council and sits on the Advisory Committee to the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission.

Regional Managing Partner Geraint Hughes said, "I'm delighted to welcome Andrew to his new role. His market standing, leadership skills and deep experience in the region with a full range of clients will be well-utilised in leading such a busy practice.

"Mark has been an outstanding leader and has overseen the continued development of one of the most successful Corporate practices in the region. We will continue to benefit from his expertise on the fast moving financial regulatory changes in the markets in Asia Pacific."

Mark Shipman offered, "Andrew must be congratulated on his assumption to his new role. I have every confidence that he will continue our good momentum as the practice goes from strength to strength. I look forward to continuing to support our funds and asset management teams and clients."

Andrew said, "I'm very excited to be working alongside the Corporate partners in the region to further develop our market leading capabilities. Our talented team has served our clients well on numerous landmark deals in the region, continually distinguishing us from our competitors. At the same time, I look forward to further developing client relationships and working with my longstanding clients."

This announcement comes as the firm has recently added leading M&A and Equity Capital Markets partner Frank Yuen in Hong Kong. Geraint added, "The addition of Frank confirms our commitment to building on our capabilities to provide the best team for our clients." With Mr Yuen's arrival, Clifford Chance will have 34 corporate partners in Asia Pacific.