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A&O Shearman

Banking & Finance: International

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore

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A&O Shearman

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Banking & Finance: International - Singapore

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman's top-calibre team of banking lawyers is recognised for handling complex and prominent mandates across the region, including a focus on India and Indonesia. The banking team acts for an impressive range of clients from major international and regional banks to major corporate borrowers across the ASEAN region. A particular strength of the team is its cooperation with the Vietnam and Indonesia offices. It is well known for its aptitude for cross-border matters and remains a top choice for work that includes a Singapore law component. The team is highly respected for its advice on syndicated loans, structured and Islamic financing, as well as sustainability-linked financing and refinancing work.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised AdaniConneX, a joint venture between Adani Enterprises and EdgeConneX, on the USD875 million sustainability-linked financing of a portfolio of up to five data centres in Pune and Hyderabad.

Strengths

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  • They have in-depth knowledge of the market, the structuring and sensitivities with lenders. They're well-balanced.

    Banking & Finance: International respondentAsia-Pacific

  • They have a very deep team. Senior partner involvement is very high and, at the same time, the senior and junior associates are very competent.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Gautam Narasimhan
    Gautam Narasimhan

    Gautam Narasimhan

    Gautam Narasimhan retains a market-leading reputation, especially for Indian and Indonesian mandates, and offers structured and acquisition finance expertise.

    • A leading individual in the market, particularly for high profile leveraged finance work and with respect to India, where he has a wealth of experience.

      Banking & Finance: International respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Gautam is hands-on, very knowledgeable and technical, and at the same time, gives practical, commercial advice that you feel you can really trust.

      Banking & Finance: International respondentAsia-Pacific
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  • Matt Del Rosso
    Matt Del Rosso

    Matt Del Rosso

    Matt Del Rosso is recognised for assisting lenders and lead arrangers on high value refinancings and leveraged buyouts.

    • He's responsive and gives focused, user-friendly advice.

      Banking & Finance: International respondentAsia-Pacific

    • I would recommend Matt for the comprehensiveness of his review, responsiveness, professionalism and ability to turn things around.

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