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Corporate/M&A - Singapore
What the Team is Known For
A&O Shearman is a global law firm, known for handling some of the most complex transactions in the market from its Singapore office, with expertise in private M&A, public takeovers, joint ventures, disposals and corporate restructurings. The firm's impressive clientele includes banks, asset managers, corporates, international funds and insurers. The team is particularly strong in a range of heavily regulated industries, from private equity and insurance to TMT and e-commerce. The department regularly acts on deals across South-East Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar and Thailand. Clients benefit from the firm's market-leading finance practice, allowing the group to provide a holistic service.
Foreign Desk
The firm's Indonesian desk remains noted for its handling of corporate and M&A transactions across a variety of industries, including retail and technology. It advises both multinationals and Indonesian corporates on high-value deals. Client service is bolstered by the practice's associated domestic firm, Ginting & Reksodiputro. James Mythen and Alun Evans are key contacts for this desk.
The firm's well-regarded Malaysian desk offers extensive experience on cross-border mergers and acquisitions, as well as private equity transactions and joint ventures. It frequently acts for leading Malaysian corporates and international investors. James Mythen is a key contact for clients.
The firm's Philippines desk assists local and international corporates with M&A and joint ventures, including deals in the infrastructure, food and beverage, and TMT sectors. The team is led by Alun Evans.
