Asia

The firm is regarded as one of the strongest in the region for private equity, M&A, and disputes advice. Its lawyers possess decades’ worth of experience in Asia in these areas.

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Ranked as a top-tier firm for Investment Funds: Private Equity in Greater China and the Asia-Pacific region.

Also recommended for Corporate/M&A (Greater China), Dispute Resolution: Litigation (Greater China) and Dispute Resolution (India).

“The cooperation with them has always been very robust and perceptive, and for the Asia-Pacific region they are definitely a top-tier law firm for this market.”

Chambers Global, 2020-2025


Ranked as a top-tier firm for Investment Funds: Private Equity across the Asia-Pacific region. Also ranked as a leading firm for Dispute Resolution (India)

"Debevoise & Plimpton is a market-leading elder in the funds space. It does the highest-calibre work."

"Debevoise & Plimpton's insights were instrumental in developing a commercially viable legal strategy for us."

"They work well as a team, are able to collaborate well with other firms and do well at responding well to difficult opponents. "

Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2022-2026


Ranked in the top tier for Investment Funds and ranked as a leading firm for Corporate (including M&A), Insurance, International Arbitration, Private Equity, Litigation, and Anti-Corruption & Compliance work in Hong Kong.

‘Strong and deserved reputation.’

‘The team is well known for working for some of the biggest blue-chip clients in the region and having some of the brightest minds in the industry.’

"They are always available and know the latest developments in law and policy. They are a fantastic team with an eye for detail, capable of delivering the best results."

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific – Greater China, 2026


Ranked as a leading firm for Financial Services, Insurance, Investment Funds, Litigation and M&A.

“The team has deep knowledge and experience in all the most complex and sophisticated matters.”

"Debevoise & Plimpton has a very strong team, offering quick responses and excellent service."

"The wealth of knowledge the partner and the team provided was very insightful. The professionalism of the team's service and response were unparalleled."

"Their approach was meticulous and strategic, advising us on various potential resolution strategies and their implications, which allowed us to navigate the complexities of the dispute effectively."

Chambers Greater China, 2024-2025


“They have a very deep-bench of excellent lawyers in Hong Kong and across their international network.”

“They have deep market knowledge, an agile thought process and provide an excellent work quality.”

“It is a strong and capable team.”

“They have a stellar reputation.”

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific – Greater China, 2025


“They have a very deep-bench of excellent lawyers in Hong Kong and across their international network.”

“They have deep market knowledge, an agile thought process and provide an excellent work quality.”

“It is a strong and capable team.”

“They have a stellar reputation.”

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific – Greater China, 2024


“Debevoise & Plimpton is our go-to law firm for investments funds work.”

“The team always goes the extra mile in supporting our transaction mandates.”

“The outstanding team can handle the biggest and most complex litigation, including multi-jurisdictional difficult disputes.”

“They provide top-notch advice.”

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, 2023


Ranked in the top tier for Private Equity Funds in Hong Kong.

IFLR1000, 2022-2025


Recommended for Financial Services Regulatory in Hong Kong.

IFLR1000, 2022-2025


Recommended for M&A and Private Equity in Hong Kong. Also recommended for Private Equity (Foreign) in China.

IFLR1000, 2022-2025


Recognised as a leading international law firm for having won 20 PEI Awards across North America, EMEA and Asia

Private Equity International Awards – Hall Of Fame

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