Banking & Finance: International
Global Guide 2024 : Singapore
Band 2
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Chambers Review
White & Case's lawyers in Singapore are highlighted for a diverse range of capabilities spanning syndicated and bilateral loans, acquisition and margin financing and major refinancings. The firm is active in various jurisdictions, especially India and Indonesia, with the ability to handle transactions across multiple sectors including infrastructure, telecommunications and education. It hosts a robust bench featuring multiple language capabilities and qualifications across various legal jurisdictions. Notable clients that the firm represents include Adani Enterprises and BDO.
White & Case's team in Singapore regularly advises on deals involving India, representing both lenders and borrowers. White & Case advised the arrangers on the provision of up to USD295 million term loan facilities and an up to USD35 million revolving credit facility to a vehicle sponsored by CVC Capital Partners to finance part of the consideration for the acquisition of a controlling stake in Sajjan India. Alexander McMyn is a key contact.
White & Case also has significant expertise in the Vietnamese market, including in relation to acquisition financing and real estate financing. It has notable strength in this sector, undertaking work in Vietnam for international clients. Charles McConnell is a key contact in this space.
Work Highlights
- White & Case advised Adani on the terms of the credit enhancement facilities of up to USD20 billion provided by TotalEnergies to ANIL in relation to Adani and TotalEnergies' partnership to create a green hydrogen ecosystem.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are able to identify issues and address concerns from lenders. The analysis and views presented are balanced, and they are able to pull up a team of good lawyers who handle our case efficiently and effectively."
"Their strength is the fact that they do a lot of sponsor work so have deep experience in that field."
"They have a very detailed approach and take time to explain concepts."
"They are able to identify issues and address concerns from lenders. The analysis and views presented are balanced, and they are able to pull up a team of good lawyers who handle our case efficiently and effectively."
"Their strength is the fact that they do a lot of sponsor work so have deep experience in that field."
"They have a very detailed approach and take time to explain concepts."
Notable Practitioners
Alexander McMyn offers strong expertise across a broad range of domestic and cross-border financing matters. He assists clients with revolving credit and capital call facilities and has considerable expertise in handling matters relating to India.
"Zander is very good at corralling the parties and making things go smoothly with reasonable negotiations."
"Zander has deep leveraged finance and sponsor related experience."
Charles McConnell is well regarded for handling wide-ranging finance matters, including margin loans and refinancing. He has notable expertise in handling matters involving Vietnam.
"Charles is very knowledgeable and experienced in leveraged finance transactions. He is a true adviser and is able to take a commercial view when required."
"Charles has been instrumental to our closing of the transaction as he provided significant input in terms of identifying structural loopholes and plugging them."