about rayyan
Rayyan Malik Rousseau is a distinguished corporate
lawyer known for his expertise in international business
law, cross-border transactions, and mergers & acquisitions.
Based in Amsterdam, Rayyan leverages his Asian roots and
European expertise to provide bespoke legal counsel,
ensuring businesses navigate complex legal landscapes with
confidence and precision.
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In today's interconnected business world, legal counsel is more than just providing advice—it’s about crafting strategies that drive growth.
My focus is always on delivering actionable, results-driven solutions to complex corporate challenges.
Education
showcasing my credentials
University of Hong Kong [ 2008 - 2012 ]
Bachelor of Law (LL.B)University of Hong Kong [ 2012 - 2013 ]
Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL)Activities and societies: The Bar Society, Member.
London School of Economics [ 2013 - 2014 ]
Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Corporate LawSpecializes in corporate finance, M&A, and international business structuring.
Experience
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12 years?
AKIN GUMP STRAUSS HAUER & FELD [ ]
Associate- - Represented international private equity funds and strategic buyers and sellers on a variety of merger and acquisition transactions.
- - Assisted in representation of multiple international private equity and hedge funds and drafted an array of organizational, funding, compliance and commercial agreements.
BRIDGE ROBIN & JOHN LIU [ ]
Associate- - Represented several start-up and mid-cap companies with their formation, financings, shareholder agreements, technology licensing, manufacturing, supply and OEM agreements and various other commercial and corporate transactions.
- - Advised a publicly-traded environmental technology products and services company in connection with its public and private offerings, joint ventures, stock exchange compliance, corporate governance and general corporate, commercial and securities matters.
GIBSON DUNN [ ]
Legal Assistant- - Worked closely with team of partners and associates and assisted in all aspects of a complex securities class action.
INCE & CO. [ ]
Attorney- - Represented numerous executives and employees in investigations of multiple alleged violations of Hong Kong embargoes by transactions with or on behalf of SDNs and other prohibited destinations.
- - Advised medical device companies on corporate, commercial and operational matters as well as obtaining Ag/Med export licenses and providing counseling and training for compliance with Hong Kong export controls and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, including the development and implementation of related compliance programs.
Major services
WE SPECIALIZE IN THE FOLLOWING PRACTICE AREAS
€9,200+
Strategic legal advice for multinational corporations on structuring, compliance, and governance. This ensures corporations operate within the legal framework while optimizing their structure for growth and risk management.
- In-depth regulatory compliance analysis.
- Custom governance frameworks.
- Strategic corporate structuring guidance.
€13,800+
Legal expertise to facilitate international deals, minimizing legal risks and ensuring smooth regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Risk mitigation strategies in multiple jurisdictions.
- Tailored compliance solutions.
- Expertise in international trade laws and agreements.
€45,800+
Comprehensive legal services covering all stages of M&A, from due diligence and contract negotiation to post-merger integration.
- Thorough due diligence reports.
- Skilled negotiation of terms and conditions.
- Legal support for smooth post-merger integration.
€18,300+
Legal services focused on structuring businesses across borders to maximize tax efficiency and ensure legal protection.
- Customized tax-efficient business structures.
- Compliance with international and local laws.
- Asset protection and risk management strategies.
€4,500+
Review and negotiation of high-value corporate contracts to ensure that terms are favorable and risks are minimized.
- Detailed risk analysis and mitigation.
- Ensuring enforceable, favorable terms.
- Strong negotiation support to secure the best deal.