On May 8th 2025, LEGALBAND unveiled the winners of its 2025 China Top 15 M&A Lawyers. With solid professional knowledge and outstanding practice performance in the practice area of M&A, Llinks partner Mr. Lawrence An makes his mark on the list.
Lawrence An, Partner
Mr. Lawrence An graduated with an LL.B. from Fudan University and graduated with an LL.M. in International Law from Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences.
Mr. An has long been committed to professional legal services in the fields of venture capital, mergers and acquisitions, domestic and foreign private equity funds, new energy vehicles and related value chain, TMT (technology, media and telecom), artificial intelligence, real estate, medical and healthcare, culture and media, high-end intelligent manufacturing etc. He has over 15 years of practice experience in these fields and is excellent in legal expertise and business awareness.
Mr. An regularly represents more than 40 domestic and foreign private equity funds, industrial funds, and unicorn companies, such as National Council for Social Security Fund, Warburg Pincus Investment, CICC Capital, Hopu Capital, Sino-ocean Capital, Anatole Capital, Gohigh Capital, KailongREI, D&J Capital, Gaw Capital, Ping An Capital, Sailing Capital, Cedarlake Capital, Meridian Capital, TBP, CATL, SenseTime, NIO etc. in their various legal affairs, including providing them with various legal services such as fund formation and operation, legal due diligence, drafting, negotiation and closing of investment agreements, mergers and acquisitions, strategic cooperation and daily consultation.
One of the 2025 China Top 15 M＆A Lawyers, named by LEGALBAND 'Client Choice'.
2025 The Legal 500 Greater China Region Rankings: Highly Recommended Lawyers in the Private Equity Investment Field
One of the 2024 China Top 15 Lawyers in the field of High- tech & AI, named by LEGALBAND 'Special Issue'.
One of the 2023 Top 20 New Economy Lawyers, named by LEGALBAND 'Under 40'.
One of the 2023 China Top 15 Lawyers in the field of automobile and manufacturing, named by LEGALBAND 'Special Issue'.
One of the 2022 Top 15 Innovative Lawyers, named by LEGALBAND 'Power List'.
One of the 2020 Top 15 TMT Lawyers, awarded by Asian Legal Business.
Recommended Lawyer in TMT Area, awarded by Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2019 edition).
A number of projects have been listed as 'Deal of the Year' by various organizations in consecutive years.
LEGALBAND's Remark
Mr. Lawrence An has been actively involved in private equity investment, venture capital, corporate mergers and acquisitions, and fund establishment for many years. He possesses deep business practice and industry insights in sectors such as new energy, artificial intelligence, intelligent manufacturing, and real estate. With a solid legal foundation and extensive practical project experience, he can deeply understand the needs and pain points of enterprises. He combines the business objectives of companies with the current market environment to provide clients with transaction solutions that are both legally rigorous and commercially viable, accompanying enterprises in their steady growth. Mr. An is skilled at discerning the choices and considerations of counterparties, able to respect them while safeguarding client interests, thus achieving win-win situations and helping clients successfully close deals. His broad perspective and excellent communication and negotiation skills have left a profound impression on many clients.
Client's Testimonial
"Mr. An performed exceptionally well in complex negotiation scenarios. He quickly identified key contradictions in the negotiations, sharply pointed out potential legal risks and practical challenges, and provided us with valuable advice and strategies. During the negotiation process, he skillfully guided the pace while firmly maintaining our position and interests. His professionalism and dedication have earned our high recognition and trust."
