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Clifford Chance LLP

Restructuring/Insolvency: International

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Restructuring/Insolvency: International - Singapore

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance is a leading law firm in Singapore, assisting a range of clients, including creditors, lenders and debtors, in numerous high-value restructuring and insolvency proceedings. The team is often seen acting for leading banks and private capital clients, leveraging the firm's impressive regional connections, and is able to represent insolvency appointees such as liquidators. The firm is particularly active in the aviation, energy, marine and commodities sectors. Clifford Chance has a Formal Law Alliance with Cavenagh Law, giving clients access to expertise in contentious matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance assisted the liquidators with the liquidation of China Evergrande Group and its subsidiaries.

Strengths

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  • Clifford Chance has a very deep bench of people, and the fact that the firm has both international and Singaporean experience distinguishes it from others.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Shaun Langhorne
    Shaun Langhorne

    Shaun Langhorne

    Shaun Langhorne is an experienced lawyer based in Singapore, with a stellar market reputation acting for lenders and creditors on complex restructuring and insolvency mandates. He is active on matters across a range of sectors, including aviation.

    • We enjoy working with him. He is considered one of the top restructuring and insolvency lawyers in the region.

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    • Shaun combines deep legal expertise with sound commercial judgement. He consistently delivers practical, strategic solutions.

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  • Nish Shetty
    Nish Shetty

    Nish Shetty

    Nish Shetty is a highly regarded lawyer in Singapore with expertise in handling restructuring and insolvency litigation, acting for different parties across insolvency matters.

    • Nish is a formidable litigator who is precise and persuasive. Clients value his strategic advice.

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    • Nish Shetty is a very sharp lawyer and strategic thinker.

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