Praised for its ‘unique breadth of knowledge and experience’, Allen & Gledhill LLP stands out for its track record in high-profile transactions in Singapore and across the region, collaborating with overseas offices, including Myanmar and Vietnam, and associated firms in Malaysia and Indonesia, on cross-border deals. Lim Mei, who has demonstrable expertise in M&A, equity capital markets and derivatives mandates, jointly leads the ‘premier team’ alongside ‘highly commercial’ Christian Chin, who advises on M&A, venture capital transactions, corporate restructurings and joint ventures. Andrew Lim handles corporate governance, regulatory and compliance matters, while Prawiro Widjaja focuses on deals with Indonesian connections and is commended as a ‘powerful intellect’. Christopher Koh is ‘a calm, collected and effective negotiator’, and Lee Kee Yeng is praised as a ‘brilliant and energetic lawyer’, who is ‘at the top of her class’.

‘Diverse in experience and capabilities’, the practice at WongPartnership LLP maintains a strong track record in big-ticket transactions across the Asia Pacific region, China and the Middle East. Noted for his expertise in domestic and cross-border M&A, corporate restructurings, joint ventures and privatisations, Andrew Ang jointly leads the team alongside Chan Sing Yee, who focuses on joint ventures, venture capital and corporate finance-related transactions. Managing partner Ng Wai King boasts an enviable track record in high-profile M&A and private equity investments, while Audrey Chng is praised for her ‘strong expertise in public and private transactions’. Mark Choy acts for acquirers and targets in cross-border M&A deals and ‘client-oriented’ Quak Fi Ling handles privatisations, private equity investments and M&A. Other key contacts in the group include Soong Wen E and Anna Tan.

Supported by the firm’s wide-reaching, international M&A practice, the Singapore-based team at Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow advises on high-end M&A, private equity and venture capital transactions, in addition to corporate reorganisations. Noted for its expertise across the energy, healthcare, technology, financial services and retail sectors, the practice is jointly led by Andrew Martin and Boo Bee Chun, who previously served in the firm’s Hong Kong, Shanghai, Taipei and Beijing offices and brings considerable experience in M&A deals. Min-Tze Lean advises on mergers, divestments, voluntary delistings and early-stage investment financings, while Xiao Hui Ting handles M&A, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. Theodore Heng joined from Herbert Smith Freehills LLP in August 2023.

The ‘practical and efficient’ team at Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP has demonstrable experience in cross-border transactions across the Asia Pacific region, with notable expertise in high-value private equity transactions. Regional head of the firm’s corporate and transactional group, Chia Kim Huat advises on public and private M&A, multi-jurisdictional joint ventures and private equity investments, while Sandy Foo maintains a standout track record in big-ticket transactions. Lim Wee Hann acts for clients in the biotechnology, healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors on cross-border acquisitions and divestments, and Evelyn Wee is praised as ‘a star in the team’. Terence Quek and Favian Tan spearhead the technology M&A practice, and Tracy-Anne Ang counts multinational companies, startups, SMEs, private equity investors and venture capital funds among her key roster of clients.

Praised for its ‘excellent knowledge and quality of services’, Bird & Bird ATMD LLP acts for financial institutions, public and private companies, private equity houses and government-linked entities on a range of domestic and cross-border transactions. The team’s workload includes joint ventures, acquisitions and disposals, corporate restructurings, takeovers, leveraged buyouts, privatisations, private equity and venture capital investments. Marcus Chow leads the team and handles public and private M&A, in addition to private equity and venture capital transactions, while counsel Jolie Giouw advises on corporate finance matters. Sandra Seah is another key contact in the group.

Commended for its ‘great depth of talent and breadth of experience’, Dentons Rodyk is well-placed to collaborate with offices in India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines and Vietnam, advising on domestic and cross-border M&A, private equity and venture capital transactions. The team acts for vendors, acquirers and financiers across the healthcare, technology, consumer goods, financial services, real estate and telecommunications sectors. Noted for his expertise in venture capital, start-ups and corporate governance mandates, S Sivanesan leads the team alongside Marian Ho, who is praised as a ‘leading authority on both M&A and corporate compliance matters’, and ‘dedicated, prompt and professional’ Eng Leng Ng.

The team at Drew & Napier LLC, which ‘stands out for its distinctive blend of expertise and innovation’, handles a broad range of transactions in Singapore and Southeast Asia, with an increasing workload involving cross-border deals arising out of the energy and real estate sectors. Key clients include private and publicly listed corporates, venture capital and private equity funds, financial institutions, multinationals, family offices and government-linked funds and conglomerates, among others. An expert in public and private M&A, Steven Lo leads the team and Jon Nair is praised for his ‘unparalleled legal acumen and strategic thinking’, while Tan Teng Sen advises on privatisations, private equity transactions and joint ventures. Seraphina Ho is another key contact in the group.

The ‘proactive’ team at Morgan Lewis Stamford LLC advises on purchases and divestitures by public and private companies, tender offers, restructurings, joint ventures, spin-offs, leverage buyouts and public-to-private transactions. Key clients range from sellers, buyers, and investors to investment and commercial banks, private equity and venture capital funds, and institutional lenders, among others. Practice leader Bernard Lui ‘provides professional, creative and practical advice’ on M&A, IPOs and corporate finance transactions, while Wai Ming Yap handles cross-border deals, with a focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Other key contacts in the group include Joo Khin Ng and George Cyriac, who joined from Stephenson Harwood LLP in June 2023.

The team at Shook Lin & Bok LLP ‘go above and beyond’ for its roster of clients, including financial institutions, domestic corporates, private equity and venture capital houses, and advises on buyouts, mergers, reverse takeovers, joint ventures, privatisations, and trade and business sales and purchases. With demonstrable experience across the pharmaceuticals, healthcare, energy, real estate and technology sectors, the practice is led by David Chong, who handles cross-border transactions in Asia, the Middle East and Europe, while Ho Ying Ming advises on corporate restructurings, reorganisations and private equity investments. Other key contacts in the group include Chua Shi Ying and Pearlyn Xie.

TSMP Law Corporation has demonstrable experience advising on takeovers of public-listed companies in Singapore, in addition to M&A transactions, joint ventures, privitisations and corporate restructurings, for a client base that includes major financial institutions. Stefani Yuen Thio, who handles a broad range of mandates, from M&A and IPOs to general corporate transactions, leads the team alongside Jennifer Chia and June Ho.

Counting private and public companies, high-net-worth individuals, public sector entities and financial institutions among its key roster of clients, the ‘prompt, attentive and sharp’ practice at CNPLaw LLP advises on M&A and divestments, in addition to general corporate and commercial matters. Managing partner Lisa Theng handles private equity and venture capital transactions, and jointly leads the team alongside Min-Li Tan, who advises on M&A and corporate finance matters, and Ken Chia, who spearheads the firm’s corporate advisory group.

Counting financial institutions, fintech start-ups, sovereign wealth funds, fund investment managers, government-linked entities and multinational corporations among its key roster of clients, Pinsent Masons MPillay is noted for its expertise in fintech and medtech M&A transactions in Asia. Praised as ‘diligent’, Nicholas Hanna advises on M&A and joint ventures, and jointly leads the practice alongside Mark Tan, who has demonstrable experience advising on inbound and outbound cross-border transactions. Senior associate Mayumi Soh is another key contact in the group.

With demonstrable experience across the financial services, real estate, technology and telecommunications sectors, Quahe Woo & Palmer LLC counts private equity and venture capital funds, public listed companies, high net-worth family offices and sovereign wealth-backed entities among its key roster of clients. Kenneth Leong leads the team and advises on domestic and cross-border M&A, private equity-led privatisations, joint ventures and vendor auction sale processes. Praised for his ‘technical skill, business acumen and enthusiasm’, Wei-Jin Lee is another key contact in the group.

Operating in alliance with Reed Smith LLP’s Singapore office, Resource Law LLC is well-placed to leverage its international network and stands out for its expertise in the power, commodities and natural resources sectors, in addition to the media and technology industries. Johnny Lim, who advises on cross-border M&A, joint ventures, private equity and venture capital transactions, jointly leads the team alongside Kohe Hasan, who has experience in the energy, mining, commodities and shipping sectors.

Providing ‘valuable insights and strategic guidance to clients, helping navigate complex challenges effectively’, Withers KhattarWong LLP advises on M&A, buyouts and takeovers, purchases of shares in companies, joint ventures, commercial transactions and corporate governance matters. Private equity investments is another key area of expertise. Daniel Yong leads the team and focuses on investment funds, in addition to cross-border private equity and M&A transactions, with demonstrable experience in the real estate, financial services and energy sectors.

Eng and Co. LLC handles a range of local and regional transactions, from share and asset acquisitions and disposals, corporate reorganisations, privatisations and mergers to joint ventures, venture capital and private equity investments. Rachel Eng leads the practice and focuses on M&A and corporate governance mandates. Other key contacts in the group include Lynn Soh and Andrew Heng.

Operating in a formal law alliance with Herbert Smith Freehills LLP, Prolegis LLC is well-placed to advise on a range of domestic and cross-border transactions, particularly in deals involving Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia, and has demonstrable experience in the energy, technology and telecommunications sectors. Ralph Lim acts for both investors and investees on private equity and venture capital fund transactions.

Counting public and private companies, financial institutions, investment funds, international companies and high-net-worth individuals among its key roster of clients, RHTLaw Asia LLP advises on M&A, private equity and venture capital transactions, as well as IPOs and corporate restructurings. Erwan Barre, who is noted for his expertise in the technology and life sciences sectors, jointly leads the team alongside Yang Eu Jin, who handles corporate finance and capital markets matters.

Operating in a formal alliance with Stephenson Harwood LLP, Virtus Law LLP is noted for its expertise in the maritime, healthcare, technology and telecommunications sectors, and advises on a range of mandates, from M&A and joint ventures to corporate restructurings and private equity investments. Following the departure of Elaine Beh to RHTLaw Asia LLP in August 2022, Sheetal Sandhu, who focuses on cross-border M&A in Malaysia, India, Vietnam, and Indonesia, jointly leads the team alongside Parikhit Sarma. Jason Yang is another key contact in the group.