Ellie Lai’s practice focuses on securities law, corporate finance, and mergers and acquisitions, with experience advising issuers and underwriters in capital markets transactions. She has represented issuers, including those based in the PRC and Hong Kong, in IPOs and Nasdaq listing applications. She has also acted as underwriter’s counsel in various public offerings, drafting underwriting documents and preparing FINRA filings.
In addition, Ellie advises on private investment in public equity (PIPE) offerings, registered direct offerings, and convertible securities transactions. She has contributed to considerable transactions, including acquisitions and follow-on offerings, and has helped clients navigate complex corporate structuring and compliance matters across a variety of industries.
Ellie also has significant experience in periodic reporting requirements under the Securities Exchange Act, including advising clients on compliance with Form 10-K, 8-K, and other reporting obligations.