Ming He Tan
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Ming He Tan

Associate

Ming advises investment funds, financial institutions and large corporates on compliance and governance-related matters.

These include, amongst others, economic and trade sanctions and export controls, anti-bribery and anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, modern slavery and supply chain-related issues, as well as foreign direct investment and national security-related matters.

In recent years, his work has focused primarily on assisting corporates in navigating the challenges and pitfalls associated with exiting, or remaining in, the Russian markets. More generally, a significant component of his work involves advising sponsors, lenders and export credit agencies on the sanctions aspects of various project financings.

Prior to joining the firm’s International Trade Group, Ming was seconded to the firm’s Business Acceptance Unit, where his work involved advising on the practical implementation of ABAC, AML and sanctions regulations in connection with client onboarding and regular screening. His work involved a particular focus on due diligence of entities incorporated, and individuals located or resident, in high-risk jurisdictions.

Expertise

Industries

Experience

Pro bono

  • Advising a Ukrainian national, currently residing in the UK, on his application for an OFSI licence to access frozen funds
  • Advising the 30 Birds Foundation on EU and UK sanctions targeting Afghanistan, following the Taliban-led government coming into power
  • Advising the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping on the development of a Maritime Book & Claim system
  • Advising the Rocky Mountain Institute on various matters relating to the Sustainable STEEL Principle

Leadership Positions And Professional Affiliations

  • Admitted as a Solicitor (England and Wales), 2023

Recognition

Ming He Tan is also exceptional. As an associate, he is highly responsive, detail-oriented, and efficient.
Legal 500, 2026

Qualifications

Admissions

Admitted as a Solicitor (England and Wales), 2023

Academic

LPC LLM, BPP Law School, 2021 (Distinction)

MA (Hons) Law, University of Cambridge, 2020 (Double First Class Honours)

Languages

English, Chinese (Mandarin)
Disclaimer
A&O Shearman was formed on May 1, 2024 by the combination of Shearman & Sterling LLP and Allen & Overy LLP and their respective affiliates (the legacy firms). Any matters referred to above may include matters undertaken by one or more of the legacy firms rather than A&O Shearman.