Stephenson Harwood has bolstered its Asia-Pacific corporate practice with the appointment of Amy Yu as a Partner in Hong Kong. With an extensive background in equity capital markets (ECM) and mergers and acquisitions (M&A), Yu's addition aims to fortify the firm's presence in the region. Her expertise encompasses advising on initial public offerings (IPOs), public and private M&A transactions, corporate restructurings, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance.
Evangeline Quek, Managing Partner at Stephenson Harwood, expressed confidence in Yu's potential contributions, stating, "Yu's experience will add depth to our regional M&A practice and strengthen our IPO capabilities. She will be an invaluable addition as the practice continues to grow".
Tom Nicholls, Global Head of Corporate at Stephenson Harwood, highlighted the strategic importance of Yu's appointment in advancing the firm's goals in the Asia-Pacific region. "The addition of a lawyer of Yu's calibre significantly enhances the support we can provide to our clients in the region, especially in high-profile IPOs and M&A transactions", he affirmed. This move underscores Stephenson Harwood's commitment to delivering premier legal services in the dynamic Asia-Pacific market, solidifying its position as a trusted firm for corporate and transactional matters.