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Dechert LLP

Corporate/M&A: International

Global Guide 2026 : Singapore


Dechert LLP

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Dechert's Singapore office is a leader in complex cross-border commercial transactions. We are recognized as a leading M&A adviser. Dechert represents buyers, sellers and advisers in complex commercial transactions in Singapore and throughout Asia. We focus on structuring successful deals, ensuring speed-to-market execution, and protecting our clients’ interests in all phases of a transaction.

Dechert also has deep expertise in private equity, leveraged buyouts, private credit, growth capital and venture capital investments, fund secondaries, M&A and other strategic investments, as well as financings, international capital markets transactions, De-SPACs and Reg 144 and Reg S. offerings. The Singapore office also spearheads Dechert’s regional energy, infrastructure and projects practice as well as a leading sustainable finance practice that monitors for and provides actionable advice pertaining to legal, regulatory, enforcement, market, business and other ESG trends and developments.

Our practice reflects Singapore's role as a financial and legal hub, supporting investors that operate around Southeast Asia and the rest of the Asia Pacific region, including in China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, the Philippines and South Korea. Our lawyers work closely with Dechert's global network of offices, providing clients with an integrated cross-practice work product and bespoke commercial solutions.

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Corporate/M&A: International - Singapore


What the Team is Known For

Dechert's Singapore team offers experience in strategic acquisitions, public M&A, private equity investments and leveraged buyouts. The team regularly acts for large corporates, venture capital funds and start-ups. The firm also has strong capabilities in investment funds.

Work Highlights

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  • Dechert advised Lexmark International and its owners, a consortium led by Ninestar, on the consortium's sale of Lexmark International to Xerox.

Strengths

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  • They are commercial-oriented and in tune with the local complexities.

    Corporate/M&A: International respondentGlobal
  • Dechert has comprehensive coverage with expertise in cross-border transactions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 6Maria Tan Pedersen
    Band 6Maria Tan Pedersen

    Maria Tan Pedersen

    Maria Tan Pedersen is an active M&A practitioner advising on cross-border M&A and other corporate transactions. She is particularly well-versed in energy-related transactions.

  • Associates to watchMin Kim
    Associates to watchMin Kim

    Min Kim

    Min Kim is a special counsel in the firm's Singapore office and is well-regarded for his expertise in M&A, joint ventures and private equity transactions.

    • He combines partner-level drafting with exceptional client care. He responds within minutes and anticipates pressure points, so issues are solved before they escalate.

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    • Min is meticulous, diligent and very commercial.

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