International law firm Simmons & Simmons has announced the lateral hire of ten new partners across seven offices, marking a significant step in the firm’s ongoing international expansion strategy.
All ten partners will join the firm in January across London, Paris, Brussels, Luxembourg, Singapore, Dubai, and Dublin, further strengthening the firm’s five core sectors and client offering.
The new hires follow a year of strong growth for the firm, which has opened two new offices in Saudi Arabia and the Abu Dhabi Global Market, expanded existing practices, and made key promotions.
Michelle Phang Joins the Singapore Office
The firm has strengthened its Asia M&A practice with the hire of experienced partner Michelle Phang in Singapore, who joins as Head of M&A, Southeast Asia.
Michelle joins the firm as an established M&A practitioner with over 20 years’ experience leading multi-jurisdictional transactions involving Singapore, ASEAN, Hong Kong, Mainland China, Japan, and other key Asian markets. Her practice spans corporates, strategic investors, and funds, with expertise across multiple sectors, including energy and infrastructure, the digital economy, and healthcare.
Commenting on the hire, Jonathan Hammond, Partner and Asia Regional Head, said: “Michelle brings exactly the expertise we need to strengthen our M&A capabilities in Asia further. Her excellent track record in multi-jurisdictional deals and her collaborative approach will be a significant asset as we continue to expand our practice and support clients across the region.”
Michelle Phang said: “I am excited to join Simmons & Simmons and look forward to working with the team to build on the firm’s strengths in cross-border M&A and sector expertise. My experience across a range of sectors and markets will complement the firm’s offering as we help clients seize new opportunities in Asia.”
