A&O Shearman was formed in 2024 via the merger of two historic firms, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling. A&O Shearman provides market-leading advice to clients across Asia Pacific. Our lawyers have been on the ground in the region for decades. We navigate the dynamic intersection of law and innovation with precision and expertise. Our dedicated team brings local knowledge and unparalleled insight and dedication to every case – from technology to life sciences to energy transition – providing comprehensive solutions tailored to our clients’ most challenging needs.

Asia Pacific is made up of diverse economies, each at a different stage of development. Each market has its own strengths, and we have adapted our legal capabilities to the demands of our clients as they seek to capitalise on business opportunities across the region.We serve domestic and multinational corporates, financial institutions, investment funds, governments, state-owned entities, multilateral organisations, and export credit agencies from our offices in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Australia. We also cover key markets including India, the Philippines, Taiwan and many more through our network of dedicated desks.