Capital Markets
Global Guide 2024 : Singapore
Spotlight
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Linklaters' legal team in Singapore is highly experienced in working throughout the region and advising banks and corporates on complex and innovative cross-border debt transactions. The firm is particularly active on multicurrency debt issues, convertible bonds, guaranteed bonds and the establishment of MTN programmes, as well as sukuk and green bonds. The team also handles IPOs and share placements. The lawyers regularly handle cross-border matters, especially in India, Indonesia and Thailand. Key clients of Linklaters include J.P. Morgan Securities, Sula Vineyards and DBS Bank.
The firm has a well-established reputation for India work, led by Amit Singh in Singapore. It frequently advises global financiers and Indian corporates on note issuances and bond restructurings. Linklaters acted for some of the underwriters on the IPO of the Life Insurance Corporation of India.
Linklaters is well placed to advise clients on debt capital markets matters in Indonesia, cooperating with Widyawan & Partners, which is its affiliate law firm in Jakarta. Amit Singh is a key contact. Linklaters advised BNP Paribas, J.P. Morgan Securities and Mandiri Securities on the abbreviated tender offers by PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium for its note issuances due 2023, 2028 and 2048 respectively.
The firm is also regularly instructed on Malaysia-related matters, including significant debt and equity issuances and Islamic finance mandates. The team advises both issuers and banks. The firm advised DBS Bank on the update of IOI Properties Group's EMTN programme. Amit Singh and Jonathan Horan are key contacts.
Linklaters Singapore, led by Amit Singh, often advises clients on note and bond issuances pertaining to the Philippines. The team acted for the Philippines' Department of Finance on the preparation and filing of its annual report on form 18-K, followed by a new shelf registration statement with the US SEC.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters acted as Sula Vineyard's sole international counsel on its IPO and listing on the National Stock Exchange of India and BSE.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Their top-end quality is always maintained, regardless of the partner on a case. This makes them stand out as a group. They are market leaders in their space. My experience is nothing short of great. They are ever present and always willing to entertain and help."
"I think Linklaters' greatest strength is how commercial they are – they understand the market and business, and we appreciate that mindset."
"Their top-end quality is always maintained, regardless of the partner on a case. This makes them stand out as a group. They are market leaders in their space. My experience is nothing short of great. They are ever present and always willing to entertain and help."
"I think Linklaters' greatest strength is how commercial they are – they understand the market and business, and we appreciate that mindset."
Notable Practitioners
Amit Singh is Linklaters' head of South and South-East Asia capital markets and has a strong debt capital markets practice across the region. He also advises on equity issuances and has notable expertise in matters relating to India and Indonesia.
"He is fantastic to work with. He has a wealth of experience and a willingness to assist and ensure the transaction is successful. Despite being a partner, he is very approachable and thoughtful and takes on unforeseen challenges. One of the best counsels I have worked with."
Jonathan Horan is experienced in advising issuers and financiers on a wide range of mandates including MTN programmes and convertible bonds.
"John has been very innovative in his guidance. He's always good to work with, very on the ball and able to talk through complex issues. He gives his views on any and all questions and always works towards solutions."
Michele Discepola is experienced in assisting clients with bond and note issuances, especially in India. He acts for both issuers and underwriters and is particularly well versed in high-yield issuances.
"Michele is very good for high-yield issues and extensive negotiations on bond terms."
"His understanding and knowledge of covenant packages is very strong. He gives clear and succinct advice."
Phillip Hall acts for issuers and underwriters on a range of matters, such as MTN programme establishment, note issuances and sukuk, with strong expertise in Malaysian deals.
"Phillip is clearly very experienced and knowledgeable, plus very commercial and pleasant to work with."