Wilkinson & Grist

A well-balanced, full-service law firm with a market-leading intellectual property practice.  

Banking and finance  

Work highlights 

Represented ICBC in an acquisition financing for the acquisition of a major commercial building in Shanghai via an offshore transaction structure involving a simultaneous discharge and new security creation over a package of collaterals in multiple jurisdictions. 

Corporate and M&A   

Work highlights 

Represented Cheung Kong Asset Holdings in the HK$40.2 billion sale of the Centre, a record-breaking deal for office buildings in Hong Kong.   

Key clients 

ICBC 

Intellectual property  

Work highlights 

Advised Universal Music in the court proceedings against a large chain karaoke operator in Hong Kong seeking injunction and damages against unauthorised continued use of karaoke music videos. 

Key clients 

Intellectual Property Department of the Government of the HKSAR, The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textile and Apparel 

Private equity  

Work highlights 

Advised Amcorp Properties in the documentation relating to the establishment of an investment fund with another partner for investment in PRC real estate. 

Restructuring and insolvency   

Work highlights 

Acted for the provisional liquidators of Up Energy Development Group in various legal issues concerning the restructuring of the company, including preparing financing documents and agreements to facilitate the restructuring attempts.  

Key clients 

Le Corporation  

Client feedback 

“The firm has a high professional standard and provides a good quality service.” - Corporate and M&A  

“Very professional, effective and personalised services. We are very pleased with their services over the last 10 years and no major complaints so far.” – Investment funds 

 "The firm is a market leader in real estate and they demonstrated their strength in executing the transaction.” - Real estate 

 “Very good, very efficient, and professional at a reasonable fee.” - Banking and finance 

 “They are very timely in responding. They provide clear instructions and information without a language barrier or misunderstandings. They are reasonable with their costs and get things done timely. They are patient when I ask for further information or details to help make a decision.” - Intellectual property 

“Very responsive and helpful.” - Florence Lam

“Lawrence produces very high quality legal analysis backed by legal research. He is also very practical and commercial when dealing with the matter at hand.” - Lawrence Chan

“Very professional and diligent.” - Michael Ma

“Responsive and professional.” “He is very professional, excellent and efficient.” “He has excellent knowledge and good customer service. He is also flexible and has strong expertise in related subjects.” - Raymond Chan