Projects, Infrastructure & Energy | Asia-Pacific

Christopher & Lee Ong has a leading projects legal team in Malaysia, known in the market for its extensive regional expertise in power and infrastructure. The team is able to advise on both project finance and development, frequently acting on renewable energy projects, including hydro and solar energy, as well as infrastructure projects. Additionally, the group is well placed to assist clients with construction and O&M agreements. The firm represents both Malaysian and international clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Rahmat Lim & Partners has a highly regarded legal practice with a sound reputation in the Malaysian market, particularly for energy work. The firm frequently advises on local and offshore renewable energy projects, especially solar power. The team is also active on electrification projects, as well as oil and gas and transportation infrastructure mandates. The group advises on construction, engineering and power purchase contracts, alongside concession agreements. Clients represented include Malaysia Rail Link and Cambodia Airport Investment Co.

Skrine joins the top band of the ranking table this year. A prominent law firm in Malaysia noted for its wealth of oil and gas sector know-how, its team is highly effective in handling energy M&A transactions and regulatory issues, as well as advising on construction contracts. The team is also able to advise on large-scale transport infrastructure projects and is well placed to represent clients in projects-related disputes. Skrine frequently advises on cross-border matters. The firm's clients include Malaysia Airports Holdings and Repsol.

Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill is a full-service law firm in Malaysia, adept at handling the financing and development of projects in the energy and infrastructure space, as well as related disputes. The firm advises on cross-border and local mandates in the petrochemical, power and infrastructure sectors. The team frequently advises on construction contracts and project documentation for Malaysian and international clients.

Wong & Partners leverages its global Baker McKenzie legal network to advise on both project finance and development in Malaysia, particularly on matters with a cross-border element. The firm especially handles EPC and O&M contracts, and transport infrastructure developments. The team is also well placed to assist clients with renewable initiatives, including solar energy. Wong & Partners advises both Malaysian and foreign banks and corporates on matters in this space.

Adnan, Sundra & Low has an established group of lawyers in Malaysia who routinely advise on a range of oil and gas, power and water projects. The firm leverages its financing and corporate teams to advise on high-value acquisitions and issuances in the energy sector. The team often advises leading Malaysian financial institutions, GLCs and other corporates, with examples such as CIMB Investment Bank and Maybank.

Zain & Co has an established projects department in Malaysia that is well placed to advise on power and infrastructure developments. The team handles contractual issues linked to extensive oil and gas projects, including EPC and O&M agreements. The firm often acts for leading GLCs in Malaysia. Zain & Co is able to leverage an international network via its affiliation with global law firm Dentons.