Rob Askew has joined Locke Lord’s London office as an International Partner in the Corporate Practice Group, adding strength to the UK team’s capacity in general corporate as well as cross-border investment transactions.
Askew has significant experience in mergers and acquisitions and equity capital markets. He regularly advises clients on joint ventures and restructurings and represents companies and institutional brokers on initial and secondary public offerings of shares. Askew’s experience includes helping clients invest in emerging markets, particularly in Russia, China and Hong Kong. He comes to Locke Lord from Salans where he was part of its global corporate group.
“Rob is a highly regarded international lawyer who will expand our Firm’s global reach and help shape our international business capabilities in the UK, Europe and Hong Kong,” said Locke Lord Chair Jerry Clements. She added that Askew’s experience advising a wide range of businesses in connection with transactions in Europe and Asia will help Locke Lord continue to build its international platform in many corners of the world.
