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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Startups & Emerging Companies

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore


Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

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About

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The firm houses a substantial and flourishing team, acting for both startups/emerging growth companies as well as a full spectrum of investors into such companies, and is, distinguished for its knowledge in equity fundraising, collaborations and joint ventures, M&A, regulatory, incentives, intellectual property, data privacy and IPOs. We couple our comprehensive capabilities for investments and fundraising with knowledge from our market-leading teams for technology and complex commercial contracting, intellectual property, data and privacy, cybersecurity, life sciences, clean energy, private capital, employment and incentives, financial services regulatory, and capital markets, allowing us to service startups and emerging companies throughout their lifecycle – from incorporation to product launch, business expansion and scaling, acquisitions, IPO and beyond.

Clients (6)

  • Apis Partners
  • Twin Towers Ventures
  • Wavemaker Impact
  • Apis Partners
  • Kody
  • Standard Chartered

Industries (3)

  • Consumer
  • Private capital
  • Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT)

Chambers Review

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Startups & Emerging Companies - Singapore

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advises on early to late-stage fundraises for companies across the TMT, e-commerce and retail sectors, among others. The Singapore team acts for an impressive roster of investors such as the venture capital arms of multinational financial institutions, private equity firms and sovereign wealth funds.

Work Highlights

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advised Apis Partners as lead Series A investor in a USD55 million financing round for KPay Group.

Strengths

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  • They stand out for their knowledge and fast approach to solutions, consistent delivery of high-quality work, and a deep understanding of client needs.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Its strength lies in its ability to seamlessly handle complex multi-jurisdictional matters with a high degree of commercial sensitivity and legal precision.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific
  • We value their commercial advice and pragmatic approach to getting the deal done.

    Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Victor Chiew
    Band 5Victor Chiew

    Victor Chiew

    Victor Chiew assists a number of prominent investors and technology and e-commerce companies with early-stage fundraising, investments and M&A matters.
    • He is a great lawyer, with good attention to detail and is commercially minded.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Victor demonstrates genuine interest and commitment to assisting clients in achieving their intended commercial outcomes.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Victor consistently delivers high-quality, practical legal advice tailored to our business needs.

      Startups & Emerging Companies respondentAsia-Pacific

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