Ogier stands out for client focused approach in Chambers Asia Pacific 2025

Ogier in Hong Kong has been praised for always keeping the "client's needs as the first priority" in the latest rankings in the Chambers Asia Pacific 2025 Guide. 

According to Chambers, Ogier distinguishes itself through its North Asia focus, innovative investment funds and private equity work, well-regarded litigation team and private wealth work. It also maintains an accomplished banking and finance offering. 

Client feedback highlights the team's ability to manage complexity and provide practical, commercial and cost-effective solutions. The guide also highlight's Ogier's ability to deliver multilingual services to China-based clients: "Its multilingual service team, most of which are fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese and English, is able to communicate closely with clients in China on different projects." 

Nine lawyers have individual rankings, including five partners from Ogier's corporate, finance and investment funds practices, and four experts in offshore disputes.

"This is fantastic recognition for the team in Hong Kong and it's particularly pleasing to see our commitment to outstanding service delivery noted by clients. Congratulations to all those with individual rankings, but also to all of our people, across practice areas, whose hard work and expertise are reflected in these results," said Hong Kong practice partner Nicholas Plowman.

Ogier's global head of Corporate, Nathan Powell, is described as "an authority in the market," who possesses a "brilliant commercial perspective". From the Banking and Finance team, partner Anthony Oakes stands out as an "excellent practitioner" and a "very popular lawyer in Hong Kong", and partner David Nelson is a "go-to lawyer for complex finance structures and for his knowledge of relevant Cayman and BVI law issues". 

From Ogier's Investment Funds team, partner Nicholas Plowman "provides access without constantly pushing for new business, and he has built a strong support team around him that he trusts to deliver excellent service." Partner Kate Hodson is described as a technically strong and trusted offshore lawyer: "She always keeps the client`s expectations and budget in mind". 

From Ogier's Dispute Resolution team, partner Oliver Payne is "the leading light, who has a very good understanding of what is required", and Joanne Collett, who joined the firm in 2024, is "extremely talented and technical". Ranked up and coming, partner Justin Davis is "clear in his concepts, always possesses up-to-date knowledge, and has good strategies". Consultant Joanne Verbiesen stands out for her expertise in offshore trusts. She is also sought after for her knowledge in contentious matters such as shareholder disputes arising from transactions.