Prominent Private Equity Expert Joins Morgan Lewis in Singapore from Stephenson Harwood

Prominent Private Equity Expert Joins Morgan Lewis in Singapore from Stephenson Harwood

George Cyriac, a highly skilled corporate and private equity lawyer, is preparing to make a transition from Stephenson Harwood, where he served as a partner for nearly eight years, to join Morgan Lewis & Bockius in Singapore.

With his impressive background and experience, Cyriac is poised to make a valuable contribution to Morgan Lewis & Bockius' Singapore office.

Subject to the necessary regulatory approvals and permits, Cyriac will assume the role of partner at Morgan Lewis & Bockius, where the firm operates under the affiliation of a local corporation known as Morgan Lewis Stamford.

During his tenure at Stephenson Harwood, George Cyriac held a prominent role in overseeing the firm's private equity practice in Asia and spearheading its Indonesia practice. His responsibilities extended to providing expert counsel on intricate cross-border Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and private equity transactions throughout the region.

Cyriac's extensive professional journey spans over 24 years, during which he has represented a wide range of prominent multinational corporations, Asian companies, private equity funds, sovereign wealth funds, state-owned enterprises, and banks. His vast experience encompasses advising clients throughout the entire investment cycle, offering strategic guidance and legal expertise tailored to their specific needs.

Jami McKeon, the Chair of Morgan Lewis & Bockius based in Philadelphia, expressed confidence in George Cyriac's extensive knowledge of diverse corporate transactions and his deep understanding of the Asian business community. McKeon highlighted the valuable contribution that Cyriac's expertise would bring to the firm, enabling them to effectively address clients' transactional needs across a wide spectrum of requirements.

“The ongoing vibrancy of business and financial sectors in Singapore demonstrates the continued opportunities offered in this important legal market,” McKeon stated.