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Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Asia-Pacific Region

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins is highlighted for its aptitude in finance transactions, including syndicated loans, leveraged and acquisition finance and refinancing transactions. The firm has well-regarded capabilities in both Hong Kong and Singapore, frequently acting on cross-border matters in project finance and structured transactions. It is well placed to advise on work across South-East Asia, in particular Malaysia and Indonesia, and is able to advise on Islamic financing structures. Clients include several international banks as well as major Asian banks and multinational corporates.

Notable practitioners

Andrew Bishop in Hong Kong and Timothy Hia in Singapore are key contacts.

Work Highlights

Provided by Latham & Watkins LLP

  • Latham & Watkins advised Pentagreen Capital on its financing for Citicore Solar Energy, the solar development vehicle of Citicore Renewable Energy.

  • Latham & Watkins advised Global Infrastructure Partners on a term loan facility in connection with its acquisition of Tower Vision India.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

The firm provided excellent client service, including responsiveness, transparency and regular updates when dealing with complex matters.

Banking & Finance respondent
Asia-Pacific

They are very good - responsive and always available. They are also generally good at distilling complex issues so they are easily digestible.

Banking & Finance respondent
Asia-Pacific