Banking & Finance (International Firms)
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : India
Band 2
Contact number
213 485 1234Chambers Review
Latham & Watkins has a reputation for undertaking complex transactions in public and private corporate finance. Drawing on partners based in Singapore and Hong Kong, its expertise encompasses leveraged buyouts, private credit financings, term loans, project finance, and bridge facilities. The team works on behalf of numerous high-profile companies, ranging from Indian start-ups to international private equity giants.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins advised Adani Group on a financing valued at up to USD3.5 billion for Endeavour Trade and Investment, an SPV.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are very prompt and provide a high service level. Their deep expertise in financing transactions is amongst the strongest in the region."
"They were efficient and aware of market terms."
"They are very prompt and provide a high service level. Their deep expertise in financing transactions is amongst the strongest in the region."
"They were efficient and aware of market terms."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Bishop is head of Latham & Watkins' finance department in Asia and splits his time between Singapore and Hong Kong. He frequently acts for private equity firms and investment funds.
Timothy Hia is highly active on financing deals across South and South-East Asia from his base in Latham & Watkins' Singapore office.
"Tim is experienced and has an impressive breadth of knowledge. He doesn't just focus on the technical aspects of financings, but also points out things we had not considered."
Ranked Lawyers at
Latham & Watkins LLP
India