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Rajah & Tann Asia

Banking & Finance

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Malaysia

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Our banking and finance practice lawyers have a wealth of knowledge and understanding of the transactional and regulatory frameworks necessary to undertake both domestic and regional deals. Our strength lies in offering thoughtful and comprehensive legal advice to banks and other financial institutions, as well as their clients on a wide variety of instruments and cross-border transactions.


Our practice includes corporate banking, trade finance, debt capital markets, project finance and structured finance.

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Banking & Finance - Malaysia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Christopher & Lee Ong has an established and experienced legal team in Kuala Lumpur that handles a comprehensive range of finance matters on behalf of both Malaysian and international banks. The team often advises energy companies on project financing, while also handling syndicated loans, real estate finance and refinancing. The firm handles deals in the energy, hospitality and construction sectors and is conversant in both conventional and Islamic finance.
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Work Highlights

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  • Christopher & Lee Ong advised AirAsia in successfully securing USD443 million in funding through the issuance of Regulation S secured notes to aircraft leasers and private credit funds.

Strengths

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  • The team is very strong and has the stamina and endurance to solve problems both complex and simple for the client.

    Banking & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific

  • They have a good understanding of the industry and high competency with respect to financial law.

    Banking & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Adrian Chee
    Adrian Chee

    Adrian Chee

    Adrian Chee is a leading practitioner in Kuala Lumpur with particular strength in DCM and Islamic finance work, often advising on high-yield bonds and sukuk programmes.

    • He is the perfect lawyer.

      Banking & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific
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  • Jack Chor
    Jack Chor

    Jack Chor

    Jack Chor is a partner who especially advises clients on project financing deals in Malaysia, acting for both lenders and borrowers. He is active on cross-border financing involving power projects and industrial facilities.

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  • Jennifer Lee
    Jennifer Lee

    Jennifer Lee

    Jennifer Lee is a well-known lawyer in Kuala Lumpur's banking and finance market, regularly advising on DCM matters. She often acts for leading Malaysian banks on Islamic and conventional financing.

    • She is always very responsive and is able to manage stakeholders well.

      Banking & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Jennifer was a joy to work with. She demonstrated excellent client service and commercial awareness throughout the exercise.

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