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Baker McKenzie

Startups & Emerging Companies

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore

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Our firm provides comprehensive legal advice on a wide range of commercial issues for startups and emerging companies. We specialise in corporate transactions for both startups and investors, leveraging our extensive international network to offer a competitive edge. Tapping into our abundant resources throughout the region, we are well-placed to assist clients in relation to multijurisdictional transactions. With equity investments as segues to significant commercial arrangements, our experience in agreements relating to distribution, technology services, and licensing allows us to provide a one-stop shop service to clients. 

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Startups & Emerging Companies - Singapore

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie has a strong legal practice in the startups space in Singapore, representing emerging companies and investors in the full range of financings. It regularly acts for funds and startups on fundraising transactions. The team is active in growth sectors, including TMT, food and beverages, and renewable energy, and clients benefit from its extensive international network. The team handles deals across various jurisdictions, including India, Indonesia and Thailand.

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Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow represented BlackRock in a debt capital venture investment in The G.O.A.T Brand Labs.

Strengths

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  • They have a strong presence across Asia, which facilitates deals that require cross-jurisdictional work. They can easily leverage local resources.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific

  • Baker McKenzie is extremely effective on cross-border matters due to their deep local knowledge, international perspective, and strong international networks.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Lip Kian Ang
    Lip Kian Ang

    Lip Kian Ang

    Ang Lip Kian is well regarded in Singapore for his experience acting for both international funds and startups on venture capital investments and financings. He has particular expertise in technology-related mandates, including blockchain and fintech.

    • Lip Kian is highly commercial, responsive, and guided us to a successful closing within a compressed timeline.

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