Capital Markets: Domestic

WongPartnership's highly esteemed capital markets practice houses dedicated equity and debt expertise. The team advises issuers and underwriters on notable IPOs and secondary listings on the Singapore Exchange, including in the TMT and real estate sectors. The firm is involved in several high-profile REIT listings and also offers experience acting as international counsel on listings elsewhere in the region, including Thailand. The lawyers have extensive experience on the full range of debt capital markets mandates, from plain vanilla bonds, MTN and multicurrency debt programmes to convertible bonds, securitisation and other structured finance. DBS Bank, Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Frasers Property are among its key clients.

"The firm is very familiar with the industry, keeping up to date with the latest standards or regulations. They understand the market well and will always identify potential risks and market practices. We appreciate the team's knowledge of the industry, and they are always able to share relevant experience."

"The team are able to provide in-depth advice and solutions to complex cases."

WongPartnership acted for DBS Bank as the arranger bank for the establishment of the Public Utilities Board's SGD10 billion MTN programme. 

Hui Choon Yuen is frequently active assisting clients with MTN programmes and multicurrency debt issuances. He is also well versed in convertible bonds and securitisation.

Gail Ong is well reputed across the market for her equity capital markets skills, often advising on share transactions and rights issues, while she also holds notable expertise within the Thai market. "Gail has in-depth knowledge of areas requiring her expertise."

Long Chee Shan has 20 years of experience in the equity capital markets space, particularly REITs. He often assists corporates and financiers with IPOs and private placements. "He is very well respected by the clients and the legal community."

Karen Yeoh is well respected for her experience in equity capital markets matters in Singapore. She represents prominent underwriters and issuers in IPOs and other rights issuances, including in the manufacturing and finance sectors.

Trevor Chuan earns recognition for his DCM expertise, advising on MTN programme establishment and multicurrency debt issuances. "He understands the situation well and is always able to advise with a high level of professionalism. He provides detailed explanations and appropriate solutions. His understanding of the market and commercial awareness gives us confidence in our decision-making."