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Paul Hastings LLP—Mei Lian

20 May 2020
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Firm announces new partner
Paul Hastings LLP, a leading global law firm, announced today that Mei Lian, a prominent finance lawyer, has joined the firm’s London office as a partner in the finance & restructuring practice. She joins from Shearman & Sterling, where she was a partner for over 10 years.


Mei Lian has a broad and extensive practice across a wide spectrum of high-end finance transactions. She represents hedge funds and alternative credit providers in connection with bespoke financing transactions and distressed and restructuring investment opportunities.  She also focuses her practice on representing institutional investors as well as corporate borrowers, private equity funds, and sponsors in a wide range of leveraged transactions, with expertise navigating complex stressed and distressed situations. Lian’s arrival follows the recent addition of leading restructuring partner Guilhem Bremond and a team of seven associates in Paris.

Seth Zachary, chair of Paul Hastings, said: ‘We have invested in building a leading global finance & restructuring practice and are continuing to build on those investments to respond to our clients’ increasing need in this area. Mei’s track record of premier finance and special situations work, business acumen, and strong entrepreneurial spirit will help accelerate our trajectory in London.’

Mei Lian said: ‘I have been impressed by Paul Hastings’ financial strength, practice growth, London expansion and forward-looking focus. I am excited to contribute to the firm’s growth and to serve the firm’s clients globally.’

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