11 December, 2018
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom announced today that Hong Kong banking and finance lawyer John Hartley has joined the firm’s Hong Kong office as Of Counsel in its corporate practice, with specific responsibility for the firm's banking and finance practice in Asia.
Mr. Hartley advises borrowers, lenders and alternative capital providers on the structuring, negotiation and documentation of numerous groundbreaking deals in Asia. His experience covers virtually all aspects of debt financing, including LBO financing, as well as restructurings.
Julie Gao, head of Skadden's China practice, said, “John has proven capabilities across a wide range of banking and finance transactions and industries. His extensive experience advising the most prestigious financial institutions and leading private equity sponsors in Asia Pacific makes him a strong addition to our team in Hong Kong.”
Jonathan Stone, head of Skadden's Hong Kong office, said, “John's excellent reputation and impressive experience in structuring many market "firsts" in banking and restructuring transactions will further enhance our capacity to serve clients in the region.”
“I am extremely pleased to join Skadden's renowned team. I look forward to working with my new colleagues to provide best-in-class client service,” Mr. Hartley said.
Mr. Hartley previously practiced in the Hong Kong office of another highly regarded global law firm where he was a Senior Of Counsel in its global finance practice, and prior to that, was a partner in the Hong Kong offices of two other highly regarded global law firms. Mr. Hartley is admitted in Hong Kong and England and Wales.
