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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Startups & Emerging Companies

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore


Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Rankings

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Startups & Emerging Companies - Singapore

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Ashurst Perkins Coie boasts a rich practice in the startup space, advising a host of emerging companies and venture capital funds in Singapore and abroad. The firm leverages its expertise in M&A to advise on notable deals in the region and represent clients in early-stage fundraisings and investments.

Work Highlights

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  • Ashurst advised Google on its minority investment in Flipkart.

Strengths

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  • Ashurst offers commercial insight, pragmatism and speed of execution. It also possesses subject matter expertise, especially in areas of financing.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific
  • The team consistently goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional service, with quick turnaround times without ever compromising on quality or detail.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific
  • It stands out for its combination of legal rigour and commercial sensibility. It has notable deep specialities across multiple areas and brings a holistic, cross-disciplinary view to every matter.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Tao Koon Chiam
    Band 3Tao Koon Chiam

    Tao Koon Chiam

    Chiam Tao Koon is experienced in handling investment and early-stage financings for venture capital funds and startups.

    • He is a strategic thinker with surgical precision and the kind of lawyer who doesn’t just support a deal, but makes it happen. He sees the whole chessboard - sharp on the law, smarter on the strategy.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Tao Koon has a strong commercial and business mindset. He has a keen sense of where to push and where to make strategic compromises on terms.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific
    • He is proactive, solution-focused, and always goes the extra mile to ensure the best outcomes.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific

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