Corporate/M&A: International: The Elite
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Singapore
Band 1
Contact number
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Clifford Chance has an experienced corporate legal team in Singapore, with a reputation for handling big-ticket and complex M&A, joint ventures and private equity transactions. The firm advises multinational corporates, sovereign wealth funds and financial institutions on transactions across a range of sectors, including energy and financial services. The group acts on deals across the region, including India, Indonesia, Vietnam and Malaysia, with lawyers capable of advising on English, Singapore and New York law. The team is able to leverage its expertise in financing, fund formation and capital markets. Clients include Credit Suisse, Contour and Partners Group.
Work Highlights
- Clifford Chance advised Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation on an investment into it by Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, who purchased a 4.999% stake by way of a special block sale for around USD93.9 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The teamwork is excellent, almost like a family. Every member of Clifford Chance can seamlessly assist us."
"Clifford Chance perfectly handled complex negotiations and legal complexity."
"The teamwork is excellent, almost like a family. Every member of Clifford Chance can seamlessly assist us."
"Clifford Chance perfectly handled complex negotiations and legal complexity."
Notable Practitioners
Melissa Ng is regarded as one of the premier corporate lawyers in Singapore. She advises high-profile multinational corporates and private equity funds on key cross-border transactions. She has particular expertise in energy and infrastructure deals, including in the Indonesian market.
"One of the best lawyers I've ever worked with. I highly recommend Melissa for her expertise, ability to find alternative ways, knowledge of the market and capacity to explain complex situations."
Valerie Kong is well regarded among market sources for M&A work out of Singapore. She also advises clients on private equity investments, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. She is instructed on deals across the South-East Asia and South Asia regions, as well as further afield.
Tom Lin continues to gain market traction in Singapore for M&A matters. He is well versed in handling corporate transactions, including investments and sales, for private equity and investment companies in a range of sectors.
Ranked Lawyers at
Clifford Chance LLP
Singapore