Simon leads Simon Reid-Kay & Associates and has practised and been resident in Hong Kong since 1985. He deals with all types of real estate transactions and regularly advises on the real estate aspects of IPOs, funds (including REITs), securitizations, sale and leaseback and portfolio management for substantial Hong Kong-based international investment banks and conglomerates. He regularly advises private funds and investment banks on their own and their clients’ real estate requirements including investments, financing and property management.
As well as handling purchases, sales and leases, Simon has advised owners, developers and lenders on the planning and construction aspects of many major developments and infrastructure projects in Hong Kong and the region. He also has extensive experience in government land administration and heavyweight commercial leasing work.
Career history:
Partner, Allen & Overy, Hong Kong – 2001-2012
Associate, Consultant, Linklaters, Hong Kong – 1988-2001
Associate, Johnson Stokes & Master, Hong Kong – 1985-1988
Associate, Maclay Murray & Spens, Scotland – 1984-1985
Legal qualifications:
Admitted as solicitor, Scotland, 1984
Admitted as solicitor, Hong Kong, 1985
Admitted as solicitor, England and Wales, 1991
