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Banking & Finance: International - Singapore

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills' banking and finance team is active in various markets across South Asia and South-East Asia, and noted for its cross-border capabilities in the region, with particular strength in Indonesia. Its lawyers demonstrate a strong focus on the energy, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, where it frequently advises regional and international lenders and borrowers on a range of issues including syndicated loans and acquisition financing. The firm also regularly advises clients on refinancing and restructuring mandates.

Foreign Desk

Herbert Smith Freehills works in conjunction with Hiswara Bunjamin & Tandjung, its Jakarta-based associated law firm, to advise on a range of financings in Indonesia. Led by Adrian Cheng in Singapore, the department is well placed to advise international banks on loans in the energy sector.

Work Highlights

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills advised Jadestone on its USD200 million reserves-based facility with four international banks in connection with its oil and gas assets in the Asia-Pacific region. 

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Adrian Cheng
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Adrian Cheng
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Band 3
Adrian Cheng leads the department and enjoys a strong reputation for work in projects, infrastructure and natural resources financing. He regularly advises banks and other financial institutions on cross-border financing, and is known for his expertise in reserve-based lending.

Adrian Cheng is very experienced and confident. He can find compromises and solutions for points that are heavily negotiated.

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Adrian Cheng
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Adrian Cheng
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Foreign expert for Indonesia
Banking & Finance: International

Adrian Cheng
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Adrian Cheng
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