Clifford Chance focusses on Asia in 23-strong promotions round

Clifford Chance has announced the results of its 2011 partnership promotions round, elevating 23 lawyers to the partnership. The promotions reflect a strategic goal of boosting the firm’s practice in Asia, making up 12 partners in Asia, eight of whom are based in China. Managing partner David Childs said in a statement: “These new partners represent the future of the firm. They already play leading roles in the development of our business and in ensuring that Clifford Chance provides the most integrated high-quality client offer of any international law firm. The significant number of promotions in Asia this year, reflects the vibrant nature of our business in the region, which is further bolstered by the enthusiasm and dedication of these individuals.” The details of the promotions are as follows Corporate Mo Al-Shukairy– Dubai Neeraj Budhwani– Hong Kong Kelly Gregory– Shanghai Virginia Lee– Hong Kong Glen Ma – Shanghai Dessislava Savova– Paris Narind Singh– London Jeroen Thijssen– Amsterdam Capital Markets Matthew Fairclough– Hong Kong Eduardo Garcia– Madrid Johannes Juette– Singapore Bruce Kahl – London Hyun Kim – Hong Kong Jean Thio – Shanghai Finance Paul Greenwell– Hong Kong Sandy Hall – Abu Dhabi Maggie Lo – Beijing Dauwood Malik– Hong Kong Merrick White– Singapore Litigation/Dispute resolution Helen Carty – London Antonio Golino– Milan Tax, pensions and employment Sonia Gilbert– London Pablo Serrano– Madrid

Clifford Chance focusses on Asia in 23-strong promotions round thelawyer.com Wed, May 4, 2011