Investment Funds: Domestic
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Singapore
Band 3
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Provided by Withers LLP
Withers represents a unique proposition in being able to provide market leading legal and tax advice on the entire lifecycle of open-end and closed-end funds, and for a broad spectrum of asset management clients including family offices, private equity, hedge fund, venture capital and real estate managers and investors. One of our key differentiators which sets us apart from other law firms is our well-established international tax advisory team that is highly proficient in structuring Asia-focused funds using global tax treaties and regimes to achieve optimal tax efficiency for our clients. With the continuing growth of our regional fund management platform, our integrated legal and tax teams provide a unique ‘one-stop’ shop for our clients in forming, managing and investing funds.
Whether it be tax structuring solutions, regulatory advice, fund formation or downstream investment transactions, from sponsor and investor representation, Withers offers a multi-practice comprehensive services to investors and fund managers in the ever changing asset management climate. We focus on Asian funds and have a robust regional funds team, drawing support from lawyers in our US and European offices where necessary.
Chambers Review
Withers KhattarWong draws on its reputable tax advisory team to assist clients with fund formation. Of late, the firm has been notably active on VCC mandates. The team is particularly well placed to advise family offices as well as venture capital and real estate investors. Its clients include Altara Ventures, Panthera Growth Partners, and Alto Partners.
Work Highlights
- Withers KhattarWong acted for PAG as Singapore counsel on the establishment of Flow Digital Infrastructure.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Withers take the time to listen and understand the client's case and look at all possible solutions, even if they may not be on the client's radar. The credibility they carry due to their experience and qualifications really helps assure clients they are getting quality."
"The Singapore team is technically very strong and leverages the firm's global expertise to suggest pragmatic solutions in some areas which are still new in Singapore."
"Withers take the time to listen and understand the client's case and look at all possible solutions, even if they may not be on the client's radar. The credibility they carry due to their experience and qualifications really helps assure clients they are getting quality."
"The Singapore team is technically very strong and leverages the firm's global expertise to suggest pragmatic solutions in some areas which are still new in Singapore."
Notable Practitioners
Daniel Yong is a well-reputed lawyer who frequently advises on regulatory and licensing issues, regularly acting for investors, and also advises on fund formation mandates. He is well placed to handle multi-jurisdictional mandates.
"Daniel is easy to work with, understands the client's needs and is effective in providing practical guidance on the matters at hand, with a commercial approach."
"Daniel is absolutely alert and up-to-date with the latest regulations."
Ranked Lawyers at
Withers LLP
Singapore
Members
Provided by Withers LLP
Chuo Ming Leong
Head of Department
Gabriel Li
Joel Shen
Kwong Wing Leong
Mahesh Kumar
Si Ning Teng
Su Rin Chow
Teck Huat Tung
Yu Kwang Lui