Banking & Finance: International
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Singapore
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Provided by Linklaters
Linklaters Singapore finance team is the top choice for international lenders, credit funds and corporates which value our in-depth knowledge of multi-jurisdictional regulatory regimes as applicable to cross-border financing structures for syndicated loans, acquisition financing, commodity finance, direct loans and private equity transactions.
We are the “go to” team for the most complex and highly structured transactions by our clients, who come to us for their first-of-their-kind and highly complex and cross-border transactions. We regularly advise our clients in new and challenging situations and continually explore and develop new areas of law. Our team has advised on some of the most interesting and complex transactions in the Singapore market.
The Singapore team is also supported by our seamless regional network with expertise across Asia (including Indonesia and mainland China). Through our formal association with Widyawan & Partners in Jakarta and our joint operation with Zhao Sheng Law Firm with Shanghai and Beijing in mainland China, we offer international capability and deep local legal knowledge and expertise in most of the key jurisdictions across Asia.
Chambers Review
Linklaters in Singapore is recognised as a top choice for acquisition financing, refinancing and private equity matters for international lenders and corporates. The firm is also active advising credit funds on complex syndicated lending. It is proficient at managing complex cross-border transactions and continues to be a market-leading firm for transactions involving India and Indonesia. The team is also experienced in handling work in a variety of other jurisdictions across South-East Asia. Credit Suisse, Indonesia Investment Authority and United Overseas Bank feature among the firm's client roster.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised Standard Chartered Bank as sole bookrunner and underwriter of the USD400 million multi-tranche term loan facility for Jubilant Pharma Holdings to refinance existing debt and fund capital expenditure.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Linklaters' team of excellent practitioners advise on complex financing transactions, providing balanced views on commerciality versus legal necessity."
"I have worked with them for a long time. They are very technical, go into a lot of detail and provide a comprehensive service."
"Linklaters' team of excellent practitioners advise on complex financing transactions, providing balanced views on commerciality versus legal necessity."
"I have worked with them for a long time. They are very technical, go into a lot of detail and provide a comprehensive service."
Notable Practitioners
Philip Badge remains a leading figure in the market, regularly handling big-ticket financings across the region.
"Philip is a leading practitioner in Asian markets for complex financing transactions."
"Phil has always been very dependable, with a great knowledge of India and around South-East Asia. Phil exudes experience and is very smart."
Fiona Gray is widely recognised for her banking and finance strengths. She is particularly well versed in handling matters for lenders on capital call facilities, pre-IPO loans, and term and revolving credit facilities.
"Fiona has got an excellent perspective on what the client needs. She is a commercial lawyer and good to work with."
"Fiona stands out in the field, with her appreciation of client objectives and commercial sensitivities."
Dior Lin regularly acts for international banks as lenders in financing transactions. She is particularly skilled in structured finance transactions.
"Dior is a good operator and a pleasure to work with."
Ranked Lawyers at
Linklaters
Singapore