Rachel Wong

Associate – M&A | Private Equity
T  604 235 6159 E  rwong@mdslawyers.com
Year of Call: Hong Kong 2016 | B.C. 2022
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Rachel’s practice focuses primarily on private company mergers and acquisitions and private equity fund formation and transactions.  She works on both the buy and sell-side of deals and her experience spans a variety of industries. She also works on commercial contracts, shareholders agreements, corporate reorganizations and restructurings, and debt and equity financings.

Clients describe her as highly responsive and dedicated to ensuring they receive high levels of service and attention throughout transactions that are often complex and stressful. Rachel prides herself on getting to know her clients and understanding their needs.

Rachel began her legal career in the Hong Kong office of an international law firm and in-house as an Asia regional counsel. During this time, she worked with a wide range of clients and parties in other jurisdictions. This experience provides her with a deep understanding of cultural norms and business practices that are critical in navigating complex transactions in the modern day. Chinese clients are encouraged to contact Rachel. 

Rachel is passionate about giving back to the legal and business communities. She serves on the board of the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers BC (FACL BC), where she focuses on promoting professional development and mentorship for students and young lawyers. Additionally, Rachel volunteers with the Association of Women in Finance, serving on the sponsorship committee to help connect and foster the growth of women in the business community.

education & accreditation

Law Society of British Columbia (2022)
Law Society of Hong Kong (2016)
University of Hong Kong (PCLL, 2012)
University of Warwick (LL.B, 2010)

areas of expertise

Mergers & Acquisitions
Private Equity
Business Law

professional activities

Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (British Columbia) Society (FACL BC) – Director
Association of Women in Finance (AWF) – Sponsorship Steering Committee Volunteer
CBA British Columbia – Women Lawyers Forum – Mentorship Committee and Gala Committee Volunteer

languages

Chinese

experience

  • Purchase of shares of a manufacturer, distributor and seller of aggregate equipment by a Vancouver-headquarter strategic investor
  • Sale of shares of a manufacturer and seller of fences to a Western Canadian strategic investor
  • Investment in an e-commerce brand agency by a Vancouver-based strategic investor
  • Purchase of assets of a construction equipment and construction transportation distribution and servicing business by a Vancouver based strategic investor
  • Sale of shares of a software company to a US private equity firm
  • Sale of shares of a seller of pumps to a Calgary-based strategic investor
  • Sale of shares of supplier of a Canadian specialty tools supplier in the utility industry to a strategic investor
  • Sale of shares of a temporary power solutions provider to a U.S.- based, private equity-backed strategic acquirer
  • Sale of shares of a web-based application developer to a U.S.-based consolidator
  • Purchase of shares of a designer, manufacturer and seller of windows and doors to a BC-based construction company