Herbert Smith Freehills appoints Jinny Chaimungkalanont as Managing Partner of its Finance practice in Australia and Asia

Global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills has appointed Jinny Chaimungkalanont as Managing Partner of its Finance practice in Asia & Australia, effective from 1 May 2024.

Based in Sydney, Jinny will succeed Andrew Booth, who has led the practice since 2017, including through the pandemic.

Jinny has been a partner at Herbert Smith Freehills since 2012. She has over 20 years’ experience advising on stamp duty and other State taxes Australia-wide. Her clients include those in real estate and development, funds management, finance, infrastructure, energy, renewables, mining and healthcare. Jinny will continue to lead Herbert Smith Freehills’ market leading States taxes practice.

On her appointment, Jinny Chaimungkalanont said, “I am thrilled to be leading our outstanding Finance team across Asia and Australia, and to build on the success of Andrew’s legacy.

“It is an exciting time for the team as we continue to implement our strategic plan, with our clients at the forefront as we strive to deliver exceptional results in all areas of our finance offering.

“I will focus on fostering a connected regional team, working closely with William Ku, as head of finance in Asia, to support our successful practice there.  A key element will be growing our practice in line with the firm’s strategic direction, including in the areas of private capital and energy transition.”

Andrew Booth shared, “It’s been a pleasure to lead the Finance team for the best part of seven years. Our team is truly outstanding, totally committed to achieving great, world-class outcomes for our clients. I have no doubt that the team will continue to go from strength to strength under Jinny’s leadership.

“I look forward to supporting Jinny in her role, and continuing to work alongside my clients in international and domestic debt capital markets and corporate finance transactions.”

Herbert Smith Freehills’ Finance team acts for leading national and international banks and financial firms, as well as major corporates, sponsors and government departments. The team advises on secured and unsecured bilateral and syndicated lending, debt capital markets, securitisation, structured finance, project financing and asset finance transactions in the corporate, real estate, projects and acquisition space. Operating from offices across Australia and Asia, the team provides a rounded perspective and deep understanding of the market.