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Appleby says Freya Xu became a Hong Kong partner effective August 1
Appleby announced that it had promoted Freya Xu to partner in Hong Kong, effective August 1, 2026. In its September 16 announcement, the firm said Xu belonged to its Asian investment funds practice and that her work covered Cayman Islands and British Virgin Islands funds and related investment management structures.
Key points
- Appleby said Xu joined the firm in 2024.Appleby
- The announcement identified her previous position as counsel.Appleby
- The firm said her practice included fund formation, structuring and operation.Appleby
- Appleby attributed the promotion to her contribution to its Greater China investment funds practice.Appleby