Corporate & Finance (International Firms)

Latham & Watkins features a deep bench of Indonesia-focused experts, especially located in Singapore, handling headline mandates for major international lenders, sponsors and Indonesian corporates. The firm's Indonesia practice is highly esteemed for its proficiency in project finance and development, capital markets and M&A transactions, as well as fundraisings in the technology sector. The firm is particularly known for its work on equity and debt capital markets as well as refinancing mandates, frequently acting on complex, multi-jurisdictional matters for clients in the financial services, energy, mining and infrastructure sectors. Notable clients include Traveloka Holding, Golden Energy and Resources and Mitsubishi Materials.

"Latham & Watkins has an unparalleled ability to break down complex and sophisticated matters into various blocks which can then be addressed one by one. The firm also benefits from a very strong network of local counsels in different geographies, including Indonesia, and is able to onboard the best teams to meet the various specificities of the underlying deals and transactions."

"They work very efficiently and demonstrate a strong understanding of prevailing regulations and common practices in international markets. The team are really hands-on and always provide very prompt responses to questions."

Latham & Watkins advised Merdeka Battery Materials on its USD620 million IPO.

Timothy Hia is a lawyer based in Singapore. He is reputed for his long-standing experience in banking and finance, regularly assisting both lenders and borrowers with major transactions in Indonesia. His expertise includes term loans, project finance and loan restructuring. "He has excellent commercial awareness and finds ways to work together, having a long-term focus. He is extremely responsive and excellent in terms of work quality." "He is very experienced, accessible and, most importantly, always delivers valuable and pragmatic advice."

James Clayton-Payne is an established corporate and M&A lawyer based in Singapore. He has significant expertise in the Indonesian market, representing private equity investors and Indonesian corporates in transactions in the technology and energy sectors. "We have a very successful track record of getting deals done where James has been counsel."

Sharon Lau is well regarded for her capital markets practice across South-East Asia, and especially in Indonesia. Based in Singapore, she handles debt and equity issuances in Indonesia, acting for both underwriters and issuers.

Sidharth Bhasin is experienced in energy, natural resources and technology sector transactions involving major Indonesian corporates. He comes well recommended for his credentials in M&A investments. He is based in Latham & Watkins' Singapore office.

Stephen McWilliams is well recognised for his project development and financing practice, especially in the renewable energy and petrochemical sectors. He operates from the firm's Singapore office.