FinTech Legal - Singapore
What the Team is Known For
Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow has strong expertise in virtual currencies, blockchain and robo-advisory services. The firm also has expertise in payments law and is highlighted for its global network.
Strengths
"The team is very knowledgeable in financial services and its lawyers are able to explain it clearly. Members of the team are quick to acknowledge our emails and respond within the requested timeframe."
"The team are very knowledgeable on Singapore regulations and provide insight into the current attitude of the regulators. Its lawyers think out of the box to give additional areas for us to consider."
"Baker McKenzie are very reliable, technically knowledgeable and service-minded. The team are able to provide us with innovative ideas to solve problems and see things from a business perspective."
"Baker McKenzie are very strong technically but also keenly aware of market practices and have a commercial approach. They have substantial experience with complex matters and are extremely responsive."
Work Highlights
Baker McKenzie provided regulatory advice to iCapital Advisors on a number of fund offerings in Singapore.
Notable Practitioners
Stephanie Magnus heads the firm's financial services regulatory and FinTech practice in Singapore. Magnus is praised for her significant regulatory expertise in digital payments. She has further experience in crowdfunding and consumer credit issues.
Ying Yi Liew is a principal at Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow and a member of its FinTech team. She advises FinTech clients and financial institutions on financial services regulatory matters. "Ying Yi Liew has strong technical knowledge of payment services regulation in Singapore. She pays attention to details and thoroughly understands the business model." "Ying Yi Liew is friendly, service-minded and highly responsive." "Ying Yi is a technically strong and highly experienced regulatory adviser."
Eunice Tan offers regulatory advice to international clients looking to expand their FinTech businesses into the Singapore market. "Eunice is an excellent lawyer with outstanding technical skills and an ability to explain complex issues simply." "Eunice's team was helpful in providing timely cross-jurisdictional advice on complex financial regulatory issues." "Eunice Tan has been very responsive in our dealings with her."
