Hogan Lovells Expands M&A Practice in China with New Partners

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Posted: 5th September 2025

Michelle Thomas

Hogan Lovells Expands M&A Practice in China with New Partners.

Global law firm Hogan Lovells is expanding its corporate practice in Greater China with the addition of two well-known dealmakers, David Wang and Meka Meng, who join from Paul Hastings.

David Wang brings over two decades of experience advising on complex cross-border transactions in China, with a practice covering acquisitions, private equity, venture capital, and securities offerings.

At Paul Hastings, he played a central role in developing the firm’s China platform, leading the Shanghai and Beijing offices for more than 15 years and building them into significant and well-regarded practices.

Looking ahead to his new role, David Wang said he’s energized by the move:

“Having spent much of my career building teams and advising on complex cross-border M&A, I am thrilled to bring that experience to one of the top firms globally. The firm’s ambition to grow its corporate practice in Greater China and across Asia resonates strongly with me, and I look forward to collaborating with colleagues in China and internationally to shape that next chapter.”

In Beijing, Meka Meng focuses on private equity fund formation, investment transactions, offshore investment management, and joint ventures. His practice also covers outbound investments and venture capital, giving Hogan Lovells a deeper bench in areas that are increasingly important to clients navigating fast-changing markets.

Meka Meng said the chance to join a global platform was a big part of his decision:

“Joining Hogan Lovells is a tremendous opportunity to bring my experience to a truly global platform. I look forward to collaborating with colleagues in Greater China and across the global network to help clients achieve their strategic investment goals."

The addition of Wang and Meng is part of a larger push by Hogan Lovells to grow its transactional strength in Asia. In recent months, the firm has added talent across Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Singapore, signaling its long-term commitment to the region.

James Doyle, who leads the firm’s Corporate & Finance practice, described the hires as a natural extension of that strategy:

“This move is a significant step forward in our strategy to grow our offering in Greater China alongside the other recent investments that we have made in our transactional practice in other parts of the APAC region, including Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Singapore. David and Meka's deep local insights and distinguished track record will further strengthen our existing team."

Hogan Lovells is a global law firm with over 2,600 lawyers across six continents, offering top-tier legal services in complex litigation, regulatory, and transactional matters. Known for its deep industry knowledge and cross-border capabilities, the firm partners with clients to solve their toughest legal challenges and drive strategic growth. Hogan Lovells serves major players in life sciences, financial services, technology, energy, and beyond, combining local insight with global reach.