Vanisha Harjani

Partner

  • Hong Kong
Vanisha Harjani

Overview

Vanisha Harjani brings over 17 years of robust legal experience to Loeb Smith as a Corporate and Finance Partner in the firm’s Hong Kong office. She specialises in cross border corporate and finance transactions, including securitisation, asset-based trade financing and structured products across various jurisdictions. Vanisha has a strong focus on fund formation, registration, licensing and compliance for funds and fund managers in the BVI and Cayman Islands, as well as advising on M&A , capital markets and regulatory matters. Recently transitioning from another law firm and as a director of a corporate services firm, Vanisha is dedicated to providing strategic legal advice and exceptional client service.

Her experience encompasses complex cross-border M&A deals, structured finance, and innovative fintech projects such as tokenized funds, digital assets, and RWA integrations.

Vanisha is adept at navigating regulatory compliance matters across the British Virgin Islands and the Cayman Islands, ensuring clients meet necessary legal requirements while optimising their operations. She has played a critical role in high stakes transactions, notably assisting with Templewater Bravo’s HKD3.2 billion acquisition of New World First Bus Service and City Bus as well as acting as BVI counsel in respect of Hong Kong’s first rated RMBS in over two decades which received Best Structured Finance Deal of the Year (Hong Kong) (2025) .

Vanisha has advised a diverse clientele, including banks, corporates, and funds on a wide range of legal, banking and finance matters. Her legal expertise is underpinned by strong relationship management and leadership skills, ensuring that clients receive tailored, results-driven solutions.

With a passion for helping businesses thrive, Vanisha is dedicated to fostering strong client relationships built on trust and transparency.

Vanisha is qualified in UK and in the BVI and is fluent in English and Hindi.

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