Redefining Legal Excellence in Asia with a Vision for Global Impact
HONG
KONG, Feb. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/
-- Broadfield, a transformative international law firm
reshaping the legal landscape, proudly announces the opening of its
Hong Kong office. This strategic
expansion strengthens Broadfield's global presence and underscores
its dedication to delivering innovative, client-focused legal
solutions worldwide, while solidifying its presence in the dynamic
Asia-Pacific market.
Broadfield's Hong Kong team
reflects the firm's dedication to value-driven legal services that
are customized to meet the region's evolving business needs. The
office will focus on the provision of investment fund formation,
private equity M&A, GP strategic transactions, corporate
advisory, and turnaround services, ahead of a phased build-out of
other aligned practice areas later in the year.
Operating associated with Liu, Patrick
Ling & Co. LLP (PLL)—a Hong
Kong law firm founded by Patrick Liu—Broadfield will
integrate PLL's invaluable local insights with its global platform.
Liu's illustrious career includes leadership roles at several
leading international law firms.
Effie Vasilopoulos, a
globally recognized authority on investment fund formation, will
lead Broadfield's Asia-Pacific
operations. Vasilopoulos brings extensive experience from her
tenure as a member of a global executive committee, Co-Head of the
Greater China Region, and founder of the APAC Investment Funds
Group at a leading international law firm.
"Our mission is to create unparalleled value for our clients by
aligning exceptional legal talent with the infrastructure,
expertise, and resources of a multidisciplinary professional
services partner," said Vasilopoulos, Managing Partner of
Broadfield Asia LLP. "This launch represents a transformative
milestone for the Asia legal
market and reinforces Broadfield's vision to redefine legal
services through innovative, value-driven solutions. I am honored
to lead this initiative and am excited about our future expansion
in the region."
Broadfield Hong Kong and PLL will benefit from the strategic
support of SHP Legal Services (SHPLS), which provides
expertise in technology, talent acquisition, and business strategy.
This collaboration equips Broadfield's lawyers to deliver
exceptional client service while integrating cutting-edge
innovations.
"The launch of Broadfield HK in association with PLL highlights
our commitment to empowering law firms to address the challenges of
globalization, technological disruption, and evolving client
demands," said Chris Price,
Managing Director & EMEA Lead at SHPLS. "This is another step
toward our mission to transform the legal services industry."
Broadfield Hong Kong's initial services associated with PLL will
include investment fund formation, financial services regulation,
private equity M&A, GP strategic transactions, corporate
advisory, and turnaround services. Future practice areas will
encompass commercial litigation, white-collar investigations,
employment law, and data privacy. The team is recognized as a
market leader across strategies such as private equity, venture
capital, real estate, infrastructure, hedge funds, credit and
direct lending, digital assets, hybrid arrangements, advising fund
managers, institutional investors, and sovereign wealth funds on
complex transactions.
"Our strategic association with Broadfield enhances PLL's
ability to provide unrivaled expertise in private equity M&A,
GP-led strategic transactions and corporate advisory services,
while leveraging Broadfield's global platform," said
Patrick Liu, the founding
Hong Kong partner of PLL.
"Together, we deliver holistic solutions for clients addressing
Asia's most intricate legal
challenges."
The firm's esteemed leadership team includes:
- Effie Vasilopoulos,
Managing Partner and Chair of the Executive Committee, Asia Pacific
Region, Broadfield Asia LLP a leading authority on investment fund
formation with over 20 years at a leading international law
firm.
- Patrick Liu, Founding
Hong Kong Partner, PLL with extensive experience in private fund
matters (including GP strategic transactions), private equity
M&A and corporate advisory matters, most recently Counsel at an
international leading law firm in Hong
Kong and Singapore.
- Huberta Chow, Partner,
PLL focusing on private fund formation and financial services
regulatory matters, with 18 years at an international leading law
firm.
"We are excited to launch Broadfield Hong Kong associated with
PLL, solidifying Broadfield's position as a global force in the
legal sector," said John
Hutchinson, Managing Partner of Broadfield UK. "This
collaboration highlights our commitment to addressing the complex
challenges of globalization, technological disruption, and shifting
client expectations in the legal profession. With this expansion,
we are redefining the delivery of legal services, combining global
reach with cutting-edge infrastructure provided by SHP Legal
Services to deliver seamless, high-value solutions for our
clients."
The Hong Kong team plans to
expand to 30 professionals, including 20 lawyers, by the end of
summer 2025. Broadfield anticipates further growth across
Asia within the next 12 to 18
months, aligning with its strategy to merge local expertise with
global resources to deliver tailored, world-class legal
solutions.
Globally, Broadfield is poised for significant expansion in
2025, with plans to extend its footprint across the Asia-Pacific region, EMEA, and North America. This strategic growth will be
complemented by an enhanced portfolio of services, further
solidifying Broadfield's position as a global leader in delivering
innovative, client-focused, and value-driven legal solutions.
About Broadfield
Founded in 2024, Broadfield is an international law firm
dedicated to the highest-quality, multi-faceted value-driven legal
services. Combining local insight with global resources, Broadfield
offers innovative solutions tailored to the needs of clients across
industries and jurisdictions. With a presence in the United Kingdom and Hong Kong, Broadfield's growing team of over
400 professionals is committed to fostering long-term client
relationships based on trust and excellence.
About Liu, Patrick Ling &
Co. LLP
PLL is a Hong Kong-based law
firm specializing in investment fund formation, private equity
M&A transactions, GP strategic transactions, and corporate
advisory and turnaround services. PLL offers unparalleled
regional expertise backed by global resources and delivers
tailored, client-centric solutions to meet the region's complex
demands.
About SHP Legal Services (SHPLS)
Founded in 2024, SHPLS provides strategic support to law firms,
offering solutions in technology, operations, and talent
acquisition. As a subsidiary of LSS Strategic Partners, LLC, an
A&M Inc. company, SHPLS is dedicated to driving innovation,
operational efficiency, and sustainable growth in the legal
sector.
For more information about Broadfield,
contact: Pro-Broadfield@prosek.com
For more information about PLL, contact:
patrickliu@broadfield-law.hk or
effievasilopoulos@broadfield-law.hk
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