Ben McQuhae & Co is a Hong Kong based corporate and commercial law firm with an explicit focus on ESG and sustainability practices. The firm operates at the intersection of law, innovation and sustainability to deliver tailored legal advice to help clients navigate complex transactions, regulatory changes and emerging markets in areas such as green finance, carbon markets and tokenization.

Led by founder Ben McQuhae, a veteran commercial lawyer with more than 25 years of experience and a recognized thought leader in sustainable finance and green fintech, the firm has built a reputation for ESG excellence. McQuhae serves in leadership roles with the Hong Kong Green Finance Association and the United Nations FC4S network, reflecting the practice's deep involvement in policy, standards and market initiatives. The team includes ESG Ratings and Regulations lead Daniel Cash and associates with strong sustainability credentials, and the firm has been recognized as one of Asia's Top 15 ESG law firms by ALB in 2023.

Ben McQuhae & Co emphasizes client service through a flexible, value driven approach and deep sector specialization. The firm communicates complex regulatory requirements in clear terms and provides tailored advisory across financings, joint ventures and regulatory matters, including technology and ESG oriented transactions. The practice operates with a sustainability lens, seeking to deliver practical outcomes for startups, investors and established businesses alike.

About Ben McQuhae & Co

Founded in 2021

5 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Banking & Finance
Media, Technology and Telecoms
Energy, Environment & ESG

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Ben McQuhae & Co provides corporate and commercial guidance on financings, mergers and acquisitions and regulatory matters for startups, SMEs and multinational clients. The team combines practical deal experience with a sustainability lens to help clients structure transactions, manage regulatory risk and scale growth across Asia Pacific, including cross border matters and governance considerations.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Banking & Finance

Ben McQuhae & Co advises on financial innovation and regulatory matters in the banking and finance sector, including tokenization projects, green finance structures and asset backed investments. The team supports clients through product design, compliance, and execution of cross border financings and investment arrangements in emerging markets.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management

Media, Technology and Telecoms

Advertising and Marketing
Biotechnology
Cyber Law, Data Privacy and Data Protection
Fintech
Information Technology
Media and Entertainment
Outsourcing
Technology Transactions
Telecommunications and Broadcast
Sports Law
E-commerce & Internet Law
Space Law
Data Center & Digital Infrastructure

Energy, Environment & ESG

Environmental Law & Compliance
Oil, Gas & Energy
Natural Resources
ESG Advisory & Compliance
Climate Change Law
Renewable & Alternative Energy
Energy Regulatory Law
Water Law
Mining Law

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