Clyde & Co Appoints Patrick Peng as Head of Corporate, Greater China: A Strategic Move to Strengthen Regulatory and Corporate Expertise
Hong Kong, 27 November 2025: Clyde & Co, a leading global law firm, has appointed Patrick Peng as Head of Corporate for Greater China, marking a significant addition to its team. With a distinguished background in the insurance sector and a unique blend of regulatory and corporate law expertise, Patrick brings a wealth of experience to the firm.
Patrick's appointment is a strategic move to enhance Clyde & Co's capabilities in the rapidly evolving Greater China market. His extensive knowledge of the regulatory landscape, gained through his role as a senior official and his private practice experience, will be invaluable to the firm's clients. This expertise is particularly relevant in the context of the convergence of finance, artificial intelligence, and regulation, which is shaping the region's future.
During his time at the Hong Kong Insurance Authority, Patrick played a pivotal role in establishing several groundbreaking regulatory frameworks. His contributions to the captive domicile, insurance-linked securities (ILS), risk-based capital (RBC), group-wide supervision (GWS), and company re-domiciliation frameworks have left a lasting impact on the industry. Additionally, his experience in life and non-life (re)insurance, corporate governance, licensing, market conduct, and policy development further solidifies his expertise in the field.
Patrick's legal prowess is complemented by his academic and industry affiliations. He serves as a part-time lecturer at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong, sharing his knowledge with the next generation of legal professionals. As Vice-President of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Actuarial and Insurance Industry Academy, he actively contributes to the development of the insurance industry. His role as a Director of The Hong Kong Insurance Law Association further underscores his dedication to the field.
The firm's leadership is confident in Patrick's ability to enhance Clyde & Co's corporate and regulatory insurance practice. Simon McConnell, Partner and APAC Board Chair, praised Patrick's sophisticated understanding of the regulatory process and his proven track record in corporate law. He believes that Patrick's appointment will enable the firm to provide top-tier strategic advice to clients, helping them succeed in the competitive Greater China insurance market.
Fei Kwok, Hong Kong Managing Partner, highlighted the benefits of Patrick's expertise for family offices and digital asset participants. With his extensive experience, Patrick will enable Clyde & Co to expand its strong presence in Hong Kong, Beijing, and the Greater Bay Area, further solidifying its position as a leading player in the region.
Patrick Peng expressed his enthusiasm for joining Clyde & Co, emphasizing his practical understanding of the regulatory process. He looks forward to collaborating with clients to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and develop compliant, market-leading strategies. With Clyde & Co's global platform, Patrick believes the firm is well-positioned to help clients capitalize on the immense opportunities in Greater China.
This strategic hire positions Clyde & Co to offer an even more comprehensive and robust corporate and regulatory offering in Greater China, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for clients navigating the region's unique challenges and opportunities.
