our legal
EXPERIENCE
expertise across
Key Practice Areas
At Timothy Loh, our experience spans across various practice areas including Regulatory and Compliance, Corporate and M&A, Employment and Disputes, Financial Services and Asset Management, Fraud and Cybersecurity, Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets, and Employment and Executive Disputes.
Our team has successfully represented clients in complex and high-profile cases, providing tailored legal solutions that reflect our commitment to excellence, innovation, and in-depth understanding of the industries we serve. Find out how we can help you navigate today's legal landscape.
regulatory &
COMPLIANCE
AML & Conduct of Business Compliance Review for Global Private Bank
Hong Kong counsel to a global private bank with over US$70 billion of assets under management in respect of a major review and revision of anti-money laundering compliance policies and procedures as well as policies and procedures to comply with SFC conduct of business requirements.
SFC Inspection of Asset Management Firm with Over US$15 Billion of Assets Under Management
Lead counsel to PRC based asset manager with US$15 billion of assets under management in connection with an SFC inspection of its Hong Kong offices. Successfully assisted client to avoid adverse findings following initial compliance concerns.
SFC Authorization of Retail Funds with €500 Billion AUM
Hong Kong counsel to European based asset manager with over €500 billion of assets under management in respect of the marketing of its flagship UCTIS funds in Hong Kong and mainland China.
Hong Kong Counsel for US$672 million acquisition of a discretionary fund management, wealth & asset management business
Advised a leading U.S. based middle market private equity firm which has managed funds with over US$6 billion of total capital commitment with an investment focus on financial services, healthcare services and business services.
corporate law &
MERGERS / ACQUISITIONS
Advised on Hong Kong Law Issues in Connection with a US$800 Million Investment by a Consortium of Middle East Based Investors into a Company Listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
Lead counsel for SFC licensed investment and advisory firm in connection with the origination and syndication of a US$800 million strategic investment by sovereign wealth funds from the Middle East into an HKEX listed company.
Acquisition of Investment Management Firm
Local counsel for a consumer high technology company listed on the New York Stock Exchange with a market capitalization of over USD120 billion in connection with a change of control in the context of the client’s acquisition of an SFC regulated investment management firm.
Spin-off of Global Commodities Business
Hong Kong counsel to a Fortune Global 200 financial institution in respect of the US$430 million spin-off of its global commodities brokerage and derivatives business.
Sale of HK Life Insurer & FinTech ListCo Investment
Hong Kong counsel to a U.S. based insurer with over US$500 billion of assets under management in respect of the US$1.7 billion sale of an interest in its Hong Kong life insurance operations in exchange for an interest in Hong Kong listed fintech focused financial services provider.
Advised a U.S. Global Investment Firm on US$2.5 Billion Stake in an International Insurance Broker
Hong Kong counsel for a leading U.S. based global investment firm with US$510 billion AUM in connection with its acquisition of a majority stake in a leading international wholesale insurance broker.
US$3.25 Billion Sale of Global Re-Insurance Broker
Local counsel for a US listed global multinational risk management, insurance brokerage and advisory company with a market capitalization over US$28 billion on the sale of its re-insurance brokerage operations.
Acquisition of Trading Membership in the Hong Kong Stock Exchange for U.S Based Global Institution
Lead counsel to a US based global institutional agency broker in connection with the acquisition of a Trading Right and the application to become an Exchange Participant and the establishment of third party clearing arrangements.
Restructuring of Manager and Fund
Hong Kong counsel to a Hong Kong based private equity firm that focuses on investments in Chinese technology companies and their overseas acquisition, set up with US$500 million of initial funding. We act as ongoing external general counsel to the client in respect of various issues including a restructuring of the capital of the client sponsor firm and updating fund offering documents to reflect regulatory changes.
Establishment of Broking-Dealing Office in Hong Kong for a Fortune Global 200 Financial Institution
Lead counsel to a Fortune Global 200 financial institution in relation to the establishment of a non-equities broking and dealing business in Hong Kong.
Restructuring of a Hedge Fund
Lead counsel in connection with the restructuring of a hedge fund following the insolvency of its prime broker during the Global Financial Crisis.
employment
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Advised a Hong Kong SFC Licensed Corporation in Arbitration Proceedings with over $100 Million in AUM
Defended SFC licensed asset management firm with over US$100 million of assets under management in arbitral proceedings alleging breach of contract in connection with primary market issuance of bonds listed under Ch. 37 of the Listing Rules of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong.
Advised A Private Equity Purchaser on Pursuing Tax Indemnity Claims
Lead counsel to a private equity sponsored lifestyle rental accommodations provider with over US$1 billion of assets under management in connection with tax indemnity claims pursuant to a sale and purchase agreement for the acquisition of a building in Hong Kong.
Litigation Against a Prime Broker by a Hedge Fund
Lead counsel to a hedge fund against its prime broker following the insolvency of the prime broker’s corporate group during the Global Financial Crisis.
Hong Kong HKIAC Arbitration in Respect of Dispute Between Stock Broker and its Client
Lead counsel to an SFC licensed affiliate of an Asia listed financial institution with a market capitalization of over US$6 billion in connection with arbitration proceedings administered by the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC) arising from a client dispute.
Advised a banker of enforcement proceedings against the SFC
Represented a banker employed by a world leading private bank in an SFC investigation alleging breaches of internal account opening and product solicitation rules and thus, breaches of regulatory standards.
Precedent Setting Market Misconduct Tribunal Case Relating to Activist Short Selling
Lead counsel before the Market Misconduct Tribunal, the Court of Appeal and the Court of Final Appeal in precedent setting market manipulation case stemming from the issuance of a short selling report targeting a PRC based company listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong.
Defence of SFC Investigation into Sales Practices, Breaches of Client Custody and Client Reporting Requirements
Lead counsel to the wealth management arm of a global bank with a market capitalization of over US$130 billion in the defence of an enquiry focused on possible breaches of conduct of business requirements relating to sales practices, custody of client assets and client reporting requirements.
Defence of HKMA Enforcement Action Alleging Mis-Selling
Lead counsel to a Hong Kong bank facing an investigation by the HKMA focused on possible mis-selling of accumulators, a structured financial product.
Defence of Regulatory Investigation into Crypto Exchange
Lead counsel to one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges in connection with an SFC investigation and an HKMA investigation. The exchange has daily digital asset trading volume exceeding US$4 billion.
Defence of SFC Investigation into IPO Sponsor Work
Lead counsel to HKSFC licensed corporate finance adviser with a client base of over 100 Hong Kong listed companies in connection with an SFC investigation of due diligence in connection with an IPO sponsorship.
Successful Appeal to Court of Final Appeal in Precedent Setting Securities Law Case
Lead counsel to a hedge fund manager in a successful appeal to the Court of Final Appeal in a precedent setting case which defined the scope and application of the professional investors exemption.
Precedent Setting Market Misconduct Tribunal Case on Activist Short Selling
Lead counsel before the Market Misconduct Tribunal, the Court of Appeal and the Court of Final Appeal in precedent setting market manipulation case stemming from the issuance of a short selling report targeting a PRC based company listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong.
financial services
ASSET MANAGEMENT
Global Corporate Re-Organization of Financial Institution
Hong Kong counsel to a Fortune Global 200 financial institution advising on complex tax and securities and insurance regulatory issues in connection with a global re-organization in connection with US Government TARP funding.
Advised A Private Equity Purchaser on Pursuing Tax Indemnity Claims
Lead counsel to a private equity sponsored lifestyle rental accommodations provider with over US$1 billion of assets under management in connection with tax indemnity claims pursuant to a sale and purchase agreement for the acquisition of a building in Hong Kong.
Establishment of Hong Kong Operations by US Hedge Fund with over US$4 Billion AUM
Lead counsel to New York based hedge fund manager with over US$4 billion of assets under management on establishment of Hong Kong operations. Fund focused on volatility and convertible arbitrage and special situations.
Establish Asset Management Business for Prominent Hong Kong Family
Hong Kong counsel in respect of a US family with over US$4 billion of assets under management in connection with the establishment of investment operations in Hong Kong to supplement its US and European based family office operations.
Trust Advisory Services for the Largest Real Estate Trust in Asia
Lead lawyer to the largest real estate investment trust in Asia. We advised the client on the proposed establishment of a joint venture in connection with the acquisition of real estate assets in Singapore.
fraud &
CYBER SECURITY
Cyber Fraud on State Bank
Lead counsel to a state bank in connection with the recovery of monies following a cyber fraud resulting in a multi-million US dollar loss. Advised on mareva injunction, Bankers Trust and bank disclosure orders and inter-pleader proceedings.
Criminal Defence of Former Employee of Financial Institution on Suspicion of Fraud
Lead counsel to former employee of a US based bank in respect of suspicions of fraud and dishonesty arising from trading activities. Advised on potential criminal offences and prepared submissions, which ultimately resulted in no prosecution moving forward.
crypto currency &
DIGITAL ASSETS
Establishment of Precious Metal-backed Crypto-token
Lead counsel to the oldest commodities exchange in Hong Kong. The firm has been advising the client on the establishment of the first crypto token in Hong Kong that is backed by precious metal.
Defence of Regulatory Investigation into Crypto Exchange
Lead counsel to one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges in connection with an SFC investigation and an HKMA investigation. The exchange has daily digital asset trading volume exceeding US$4 billion.
Structuring of Gold Backed Stablecoin
Lead counsel to one of the world’s largest precious metals trading exchanges in respect of the structuring and issuance of a stablecoin which was created and redeemed upon delivery of underlying precious metal.