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Baker McKenzie

Banking & Finance: Domestic

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore

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Provided by Baker McKenzie

Our Singapore Banking & Finance team advises both financial institutions and corporations on every manner and aspect of cross-border and domestic financings (both conventional and Islamic) across all industry sectors with a track record that is extensive and award-winning. We have substantial experience structuring cross-border facilities, both secured and unsecured, on behalf of financial institutions and corporate borrowers. We also have extensive experience with syndicated loans and participations. Whether acting for financial institutions or corporate borrowers, our expertise in project management combined with local legal knowledge gained from our global geographic coverage means that we can provide quality advice to clients on these deals. We have long been recognized for the quality of our globally integrated finance practice. 

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Banking & Finance: Domestic - Singapore

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie has significant expertise in Singaporean regulatory banking and finance legal matters. The team has experience acting for both borrowers and lenders on real estate, projects, asset and acquisition finance deals. The firm counts among its clients major banks and financial institutions as well as prominent companies, and is active on mandates including regulatory impact advice, compliance and licence applications.

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Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow acted for the lead arranger and bookrunner Standard Chartered Bank on a USD100 million facility agreement to Stavian Chemical.

  • Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow assisted Arta Wealth Management in its application for a capital markets services licence for fund management and dealing in securities as well as advice on its cross-border partnerships with other financial institutions.

Strengths

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  • They provide very commercial advice, have deep connections and great expertise on the subject matter, with real-world experience from existing industry players.

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  • Baker takes a practical approach to advice, demonstrating strong regulatory understanding and providing guidance that is both legally and commercially viable.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Stephanie Magnus
    Stephanie Magnus

    Stephanie Magnus

    Stephanie Magnus maintains a reputation for regulatory practice and is head of the firm's financial services regulatory department. She is well-versed in advising clients on their risk management, especially when it comes to the Payment Services Act.

    • I would strongly recommend anyone to retain the counsel of Stephanie. Her dedication to clients and commercial awareness of complex regulatory matters help her truly stand out as an invaluable asset.

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    • Stephanie's deep understanding and years of experience in helping different clients navigate the ever-changing and complicated regulatory landscape enables her to provide quality advice.

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  • Kenneth Chuah
    Kenneth Chuah

    Kenneth Chuah

    Kenneth Chuah is a local principal at Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow active on acquisition and asset finance. He has additional expertise in handling real estate financings, as well as bilateral credit facilities and prepayment financings, among others.

    • Kenneth is responsive, analytical, professional and very dependable.

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    • He understands that it's not a black and white legal position. He understands how other players do it and comes to balanced conclusions.

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