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Corporate/M&A: International: The Elite

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Corporate/M&A: International: The Elite - Singapore

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance has an experienced corporate legal team in Singapore, with a reputation for handling big-ticket and complex M&A, joint ventures and private equity transactions. The firm advises multinational corporates, sovereign wealth funds and financial institutions on transactions across a range of sectors, including energy and financial services. The group acts on deals across the region, including India, Indonesia, Vietnam and Malaysia, with lawyers capable of advising on English, Singapore and New York law. The team is able to leverage its expertise in financing, fund formation and capital markets.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance advised ENGIE Global Developments on the sale of all of the issued shares in the capital of TWMB Holdings, representing a 30% interest in

    Senoko Energy, to Sembcorp Utilities for a total equity consideration of SGD96 million.

Strengths

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  • They are good at breaking down complex problems and making recommendations in a commercial manner.

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  • The team stands out for its ability to deliver high-quality, commercially focused advice under tight deadlines. It has expertise across jurisdictions and takes a proactive approach.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Melissa Ng
    Melissa Ng

    Melissa Ng

    Melissa Ng is regarded as one of the premier corporate lawyers in Singapore. She advises high-profile multinational corporates and private equity funds on key cross-border transactions. She has particular expertise in energy and infrastructure deals, including in the Indonesian market.

    • Melissa is highly experienced with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts to a wide audience.

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  • Valerie Kong
    Valerie Kong

    Valerie Kong

    Valerie Kong is well regarded among market sources for M&A work out of Singapore. She also advises clients on private equity investments, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. She is instructed on deals across the South-East Asia and South Asia regions, as well as further afield.
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  • Terence Foo
    Terence Foo

    Terence Foo

    Terence Foo heads the firm's China desk for South East Asia. His work includes advising on acquisitions, commercial agreements and strategic partnerships. He has maintained a good working cooperation with clients from the automotive and energy sectors.

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  • Jamie McLaren
    Jamie McLaren

    Jamie McLaren

    Jamie McLaren is well regarded for his up-and-coming M&A practice in Singapore, which includes acting for financial sector clients and multinational corporates on a variety of corporate transactions, including spin-offs.
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  • Tom Lin
    Tom Lin

    Tom Lin

    Tom Lin continues to gain market traction in Singapore for M&A matters. He is well-versed in handling corporate transactions, including investments and sales, for private equity and investment companies in a range of sectors.

    • Tom is a strong professional. He is very technical and commercial.

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