Banking & Finance: Regulatory
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Singapore
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Our Banking & Finance Practice is recognised as a leading banking and finance practice in Singapore, operating across the full spectrum of financing transactions ranging from straightforward bilateral facilities to the most complicated transactions. The breadth, depth and size of our practice, together with our multi-disciplinary approach to transactions, allow us to work on many of the highly complex, cutting-edge and significant transactions in leveraged and investment-grade acquisition financing, real estate financing, infrastructure project financing, asset financing, ship and aircraft leasing, tax structured financing, Islamic financing, cross-border financing and other highly structured financing in the region.
Serving both local and international clientele, our practice is consistently appointed by the largest financial institutions operating in the region. We also regularly act for many of the largest corporations in Singapore and the region in their financing exercises.
Chambers Review
Allen & Gledhill's heavyweight banking practice contains a deep bench of market-leading lawyers whose wide-ranging expertise spans acquisition financing, leveraged financing, syndicated loans, and project and real estate financing. The team frequently advises on major refinancings across a range of industries. The firm is especially well-known for its work with major banks, private and listed companies, and private equity houses. The firm also represents major corporate borrowers ranging from regional property developers to multinational real estate players. The firm houses a talented regulatory team providing high-calibre advice to both domestic and international clients, including on financial regulatory compliance and disputes. The team regularly interacts with MAS on behalf of its impressive client roster.
Work Highlights
- Allen & Gledhill advised HSBC as the facility agent for the USD1.75 billion term and revolving loan facilities to Olam Treasury.
- The firm advised Circle on the regulatory implications of issuing its single-currency stablecoin in Singapore.
Strengths
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"Allen & Gledhill has a strong team of experienced partners with strong legal skill sets, who are able to provide sound and practical solutions in complex transactions."
"A&G has a highly commercial team that understands businesses and cases which do not 'fit the mold.' The team has a strong command of their field and can advise us in a pragmatic manner."
"Allen & Gledhill has a strong team of experienced partners with strong legal skill sets, who are able to provide sound and practical solutions in complex transactions."
"A&G has a highly commercial team that understands businesses and cases which do not 'fit the mold.' The team has a strong command of their field and can advise us in a pragmatic manner."
Notable Practitioners
Mark Hudspeth is a senior figure in the market and co-leads the banking and finance practice. He is experienced in advising on a variety of term and revolving loans and acting for large banking clients.
Francis Mok remains one of the most distinguished figures in the banking and finance market, renowned as an adviser on regulatory changes. He attracts market recognition for his close relationships with major banks in the region.
"Francis is very experienced in his line of work and is a real asset to the firm. It is especially useful as he is well aware of the market practices."
"There is no regulatory lawyer in Singapore who is stronger than Francis Mok. He is in a category of his own. He is able to give clear and definite answers to complex technical questions."
Kok Chee Wai maintains a powerful reputation in the market, with strong expertise in project and real estate finance. He regularly acts as lenders' counsel for major regional banks.
Karen Tiah is positioned at the forefront of the regulatory banking and finance market. She has a wide range of expertise, including in relation to financial technology and Islamic financing regulatory aspects.
"Karen was a joy to work with throughout the engagement, despite the tight timelines. I really appreciated her patience, calmness and ability to provide out-of-the-box advice."
"Karen is very approachable, takes great care to understand the client's needs and is patient when responding to questions. She has vast experience."
Lim Wei Ting is well placed to advise leading banks and corporates on a range of high-value financings, particularly in relation to real estate.
"We value him for his balance between the legal and commercial, as well as his responsiveness and turnaround."
"Lim Wei Ting is a well-accomplished and leading practitioner in his field. He provides exemplary service. He is very sensitive to the client's concerns and is highly responsive."
Adrian Ang maintains his recognition as a fintech and regulatory expert. He is well-placed to advise clients on the implications of the Payment Services Act.
"Adrian Ang's advice is usually solid as he takes into account the commercial reality of the situation whilst giving us the technical advice applicable to the situation at hand."
Aaron Lee enjoys a strong reputation for work on investigations and white-collar crime mandates. He attracts market recognition for his expertise in contentious matters.
"Aaron Lee is professional, prompt and very commercially aware."
Aloysius Ng is well-versed in advising banks and borrowers on loan facilities, with particular expertise in SORA issues. He has recently advised on term and revolving loans, including sustainability-linked facilities, and is especially well-placed to advise on matters related to the real estate and energy sectors.
"Aloysius Ng is reliable, responsive, effective and efficient. He provides very sound legal advice and solutions."
Jafe Ng is a well-established practitioner with notable expertise in project and real estate finance. He also regularly assists regional banks with syndicated and term loan financing.
"Jafe's ability to not only command the room but foster a collaborative environment is a win-win for all."
Catherine Neo is an up-and-coming lawyer in the financial regulatory space. She is well-placed to liaise with MAS in obtaining regulatory approvals and licences for banks and financial institutions.
Kangxin Ong demonstrates strong expertise in advising regional banks on project finance mandates. She possesses further expertise in sustainability and green-linked facilities.
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Daselin Ang
Delwin Singh
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Jie Ning Wong
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Kangxin Ong
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Teong Sit Lim
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