Kathy Wen

Associate Attorney

Kathy Wen is an associate in Hong Kong. She is a member of the firm’s Investment Funds Practice Group and has been recognized as a Rising Star in this area by The Legal 500 Asia Pacific and IFLR1000.

Her practice focuses on advising Asia-based private fund sponsors on the formation of private investment funds, including buyout funds, growth capital funds, and credit funds. Kathy also advises sponsors on co-investment transactions and regulatory matters.

Prior to joining Gibson Dunn, Kathy worked in the Hong Kong office of another international law firm.

Kathy received her LL.B. degree from the University of Auckland and subsequently completed the Postgraduate Certificate in Laws at the University of Hong Kong.

She is admitted to practice in Hong Kong and is an enrolled barrister and solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand. She is fluent in English and Mandarin.

Capabilities

Credentials

Education:
  • University of Auckland - 2014 Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
  • University of Auckland - 2011 Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.)
Admissions:
  • New Zealand - Barrister and Solicitor
  • Solicitor of the High Court of Hong Kong