Banking & Finance
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Malaysia
Band 4
About
Provided by Azmi & Associates
Azmi & Associates' Banking & Finance Practice is a cornerstone of the Firm, offering comprehensive legal services across various aspects of financing, capital acquisition, and debt restructuring. The team comprises solicitors with deep expertise in banking facilities, sukuk, project finance, cross-border finance, venture capital, and private equity.
The Firm's proficiency extends to both conventional and Islamic financing structures, reflecting Malaysia's dual banking system. They frequently advise Malaysian banks and government entities on Shari'a-compliant loan facilities, project financing, and regulatory issues related to financial product development. This dual expertise enables them to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and deliver tailored solutions that meet clients' diverse needs.
Azmi & Associates' commitment to excellence is evident through their involvement in significant assignments within the finance industry. Their services encompass syndicated finance, development finance, structured finance, private debt securities, banking regulations, real estate, investment funds, derivatives instruments, product development, corporate commercial and trade financing, and corporate debt restructuring. This extensive range of services positions the Firm as a trusted advisor in the financial sector, capable of addressing the multifaceted challenges faced by their clients.
Chambers Review
Azmi & Associates has an established banking and finance law practice in Malaysia, with specialist expertise in Islamic financing structures. The firm often advises Malaysian banks and government entities on Sharia-compliant loan facilities and project financing, as well as regulatory issues pertaining to financial product development. The team is also well-placed to advise on conventional financing.
Ahmad Lutfi Abdull Mutalip in Kuala Lumpur is a key point of contact for clients.
Work Highlights
- Azmi & Associates advised Urusharta Jamaah on the disbursement of a financing facility from the Malaysian government to THHE Fabricators to complete an Offshore Patrol Vessels project.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Azmi & Associates is able to clearly articulate complex legal concepts, findings and recommendations in a manner that is understandable to all parties involved."
"They can assist and explore various possibilities to ensure the best result is obtained by relevant parties."
"Azmi & Associates is able to clearly articulate complex legal concepts, findings and recommendations in a manner that is understandable to all parties involved."
"They can assist and explore various possibilities to ensure the best result is obtained by relevant parties."
Members
Provided by Azmi & Associates
Ahmad Lutfi Abdull Mutalip
Head of Department
Ahmad Syahir Yahya
Farhah Hayati Mamat
Norazlianaliza Supar
Syed Muhammad Ridza Syed Abdullah