Corporate & Finance
Global Guide 2024 : Malaysia
Band 1
Contact number
+6566925700Chambers Review
Linklaters has an experienced team of Singapore-based lawyers handling legal work in Malaysia, with a key strength in equity and debt issuances, as well as M&A and private equity deals. The firm is also well versed in Islamic finance, including sukuk deals. The team is especially active in the banking, energy, healthcare and retail sectors and is regularly instructed by leading domestic GLCs, as well as Malaysian and international financial institutions. Notable clients of the firm include AXA, DBS Bank and CIMB Bank.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised Citibank on the sale of its consumer banking franchises in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines and Bahrain, valued at approximately USD3.7 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Linklaters team is well resourced, with deep knowledge and familiarity with local practices."
"Linklaters are distinguished from their competitors for their problem-solving mindset; they are extremely innovative as a team. It's been a tremendously positive experience."
"The Linklaters team is well resourced, with deep knowledge and familiarity with local practices."
"Linklaters are distinguished from their competitors for their problem-solving mindset; they are extremely innovative as a team. It's been a tremendously positive experience."
Notable Practitioners
Phillip Hall frequently assists Malaysian corporates and international financiers with DCM deals in this jurisdiction, including Islamic finance.
"He is a joy to work with and deft at navigating the complex legal ocean of global sukuk issuances."
"He displays absolute mastery of his craft and has reliably provided invaluable counsel over the course of the transaction."