Banking & Finance
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Malaysia
Band 2
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+603 2273 1919About
Provided by Rajah & Tann Asia
Our banking and finance practice lawyers have a wealth of knowledge and understanding of the transactional and regulatory frameworks necessary to undertake both domestic and regional deals. Our strength lies in offering thoughtful and comprehensive legal advice to banks and other financial institutions, as well as their clients on a wide variety of instruments and cross-border transactions.
Our practice includes corporate banking, trade finance, debt capital markets, project finance and structured finance.
Chambers Review
Christopher & Lee Ong has an established and experienced legal team in Kuala Lumpur that handles a comprehensive range of finance matters on behalf of both Malaysian and international banks. The team often advises energy companies on project financing, while also handling syndicated loans, real estate finance and refinancing. The firm handles deals in the energy, hospitality and construction sectors and is conversant in both conventional and Islamic finance.
Work Highlights
- Christopher & Lee Ong advised Solarpack on its proposed issuance of ASEAN Green SRI Sukuk Wakalah of up to RM305 million in nominal value based on the Shariah principle of Wakalah Bi Al-Istithmar.
- The firm acted for Jadestone Energy on its USD50 million bridge facility, secured by assets in Malaysia, Australia and Indonesia.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Their teams are experienced and knowledgeable. In addition, they are friendly and approachable."
"The team is proficient in navigating intricate situations. Its lawyers proactively communicate and swiftly take action to ensure matters are promptly resolved."
"Their teams are experienced and knowledgeable. In addition, they are friendly and approachable."
"The team is proficient in navigating intricate situations. Its lawyers proactively communicate and swiftly take action to ensure matters are promptly resolved."
Notable Practitioners
Adrian Chee is a leading practitioner in Kuala Lumpur with particular strength in DCM and Islamic finance work, often advising on high-yield bonds and sukuk programmes.
"He has a wealth of experience and exceptional legal acumen."
"He is not just a good lawyer, he is a thought leader."
Jack Chor is a partner who especially advises clients on project financing deals in Malaysia, acting for both lenders and borrowers. He is active on cross-border financing involving power projects and industrial facilities.
Jennifer Lee is a well-known lawyer in Kuala Lumpur's banking and finance market, regularly advising on DCM matters. She often acts for leading Malaysian banks on Islamic and conventional financing.
"She has a forward-thinking approach and an unwavering dedication to client success."
"She has amazing skills in managing client expectations and ensuring a top-quality work product."
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Rajah & Tann Asia
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