Paul Hastings, TriLegal emerge top Asia-Pacific M&A legal advisers during Q1-Q3 2025

Core Insights - Paul Hastings and TriLegal are the leading M&A legal advisers in the Asia-Pacific region for Q1-Q3 2025, with Paul Hastings leading in deal value and TriLegal in deal volume [1][2] Deal Value - Paul Hastings secured the top position with a total deal value of $23.1 billion, being the only adviser to surpass the $20 billion mark during this period [1][2] - The firm's significant involvement in a $22.8 billion deal for the acquisition of a majority stake in ports from CK Hutchison Holdings and Panama ports was crucial for its top ranking [2][3] - Clifford Chance ranked second in deal value, advising on transactions totaling $16.8 billion, followed by Norton Rose Fulbright with $13.9 billion, Herbert Smith Freehills with $10.5 billion, and King & Wood Mallesons with $9.9 billion [3] Deal Volume - TriLegal distinguished itself by advising on 42 deals, maintaining its leadership position in deal volume from the previous year [2][3] - AZB & Partners secured the second spot in deal volume with 36 transactions, followed by Khaitan & Co with 23 deals, Baker McKenzie with 20 deals, and Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas with 19 deals [4] Data Source and Methodology - GlobalData's league tables are based on real-time tracking of thousands of company and advisory firm websites, with a dedicated team of analysts gathering in-depth details for each deal [5]