The global law firm Jones Day has announced that Michelle Chen has joined as a partner in the Banking & Finance Practice. Formerly a partner with Herbert Smith, Ms. Chen will be based in the Firm’s Singapore Office.
Ms. Chen focuses her practice on structured finance, in particular project finance and pre-export finance in the energy sector, where she has more than 20 years of experience. She has led some of the largest and most significant project financing transactions in the Asia Pacific region, including several significant pre-export finance transactions. Ms. Chen also has considerable experience in credit insurance, restructuring, and general financings.
“Michelle is an outstanding lawyer, and her background and experience will add significant value to our Banking & Finance capabilities in Asia and enhance our ability to serve our clients throughout the region,” said Robert Graves, co-chair of Jones Day’s Banking & Finance practice.
“Michelle joins us at an exciting time and we are delighted to welcome her to the Singapore Office where she will add strength and depth to our growing Banking & Finance Practice and provide significant support to our Energy Practice,” said Sushma Jobanputra, Partner-in-Charge of the Jones Day Singapore Office. “Michelle’s international experience will be a great asset to the Firm and to our clients both locally and regionally.”
Ms. Chen received a B.A. of Law from Oxford University. She is admitted as a solicitor in England and Wales, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
