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About

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1. Expertise across the entire spectrum of startup/venture capital matters

Reflecting the diverse nature of startups and emerging businesses, our multidisciplinary team works closely with clients and brings the full strength of the firm to the table on every matter. We leverage the top-tier experience of our Corporate, Financial Regulation, Employment & Incentives and TMT practices to provide integrated legal solutions across the entire spectrum of startup / venture capital matters.

2. Go-to firm for first movers in the market
We have advised a wide range of market participants including venture capitalists, early stage start-up and unicorn technology companies. We are also the go-to-firm for incumbents who are looking to diversify their products and establish its presence in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Many of our clients are first movers in their chosen market and our commitment to partner and assist them with their growth strategy has led to numerous new instructions from disruptive startups.

3. Strong technology sector focus which sets us apart from the competition
We are one of the few (if not the only) team in the market to offer a team of three M&A-focused partners, each with a sector focus, supported by specialised teams such as employment, TMT and financial regulation, that are market-leaders in their own right. Together with our strong Jakarta M&A team, led by Karen Phang, we present a uniquely well-rounded market offering.

Chambers Review

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Startups & Emerging Companies - Singapore
2
Band 2
What the team is known for

Linklaters' impressive team of lawyers in Singapore covers all stages of the tech investment life-cycle, including recent experience advising on early and late-stage investments and venture capital as well as corporate advisory mandates. The group acts for both startup and high-growth companies, as well as major investors in the region. The department works closely with its impressive TMT team, which offers extensive experience of TMT-related deals as well as advising clients, such as fintech companies, on regulatory and licensing issues. Clients also benefit from the integration of the firm's corporate, financial regulation and employment practices. Clients include the Qatar Investment Authority, L Catterton Asia Advisors and Actis.

Notable practitioners

Niranjan Arasaratnam is a key point of contact for clients.

Work Highlights

Provided by Linklaters
  • Linklaters acted for LINE Man Corporation as the lead investor on LINE MAN Wongnai's USD265 million Series B fundraising.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

"Linklaters' Singapore team have consistently provided legal advice that is pragmatic while at the same time coupled with keen attention to detail. They inspire client confidence with their expertise and familiarity with the laws and regulations, as well as current market trends."

Startups & Emerging Companies respondent
Asia-Pacific

"The team has great capabilities in analysing issues that are needed to push forward the business without forgoing the necessary risks flagging, which are accompanied by suggested solutions."

Startups & Emerging Companies respondent
Asia-Pacific

Members

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Gary Beh

Niranjan Arasaratnam

Niranjan Arasaratnam

Head of Department