Corporate/M&A: International: The Elite
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Singapore
Band 1
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Latham & Watkins' long-standing Singapore practice is known for its legal expertise in both M&A and capital markets. The team continues to be recognised for its high-calibre offering for cross-border transactions, especially in Indonesia, India, Vietnam and the Philippines. The firm advises on US, English and Singapore law, representing high-profile regional corporate clients as well as private equity firms and financial institutions. The department is active on matters across a range of sectors from healthcare and energy to engineering and technology.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins advised on the business combination between VinFast Auto and Black Spade, a special purpose acquisition company. The listed company following the combination is VinFast Auto, with an equity value of USD23 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I'm impressed with all of the lawyers. The partners are hands-on and very responsive, the senior associates provide a lot of confidence and the junior lawyers have been very attentive."
"Their ability to blend legal expertise with a deep understanding of our business landscape and the dynamics of the industries we operate in has been invaluable."
"I'm impressed with all of the lawyers. The partners are hands-on and very responsive, the senior associates provide a lot of confidence and the junior lawyers have been very attentive."
"Their ability to blend legal expertise with a deep understanding of our business landscape and the dynamics of the industries we operate in has been invaluable."
Notable Practitioners
Amy Beckingham has an impressive track record in handling cross-border investments on behalf of leading international private equity houses.
"Amy Beckingham is a highly regarded and effective PE and M&A lawyer with a strong client following."
"She is very good. She fights for the client's best interests to the maximum extent. I would not want to be opposite her because she is a very good negotiator."
Sidharth Bhasin is particularly adept at advising multinational corporates and private equity funds on M&A and joint ventures in the technology, energy and natural resources sectors, acting from the firm's Singapore office.
"I am super impressed. Sid operates at a high level from an M&A strategic level. He thinks outside the box and is very insightful."
"Sid provides exceptionally commercially-minded advice. His ability to network, draft and find creative solutions is very good."
Farhana Sharmeen is head of Latham & Watkins' Singapore corporate law practice. She possesses solid experience in assisting both domestic and international clients with sophisticated transactions. She advises on transactions in a range of sectors, including retail and technology.
"Farhana Sharmeen is super responsive and commercial in her approach."
James Clayton-Payne has a solid reputation for handling M&A and private equity investments across various jurisdictions from his base in Singapore, including in relation to Indonesia and the Philippines. He is particularly strong on energy and technology transactions.
"I believe James raises the bar even higher in terms of relatable sophistication, commitment to clients and commercial acumen."
"He is very hard-working and commercial."
Sharon Lau in Singapore is experienced in providing assistance to private equity funds and multinational corporates with cross-border M&A and investments. She handles deals across South-East Asia.
"Her experience really shows. She is adept at navigating complex topics in tricky jurisdictions. I am super impressed."
"She is pragmatic and good legally in terms of advice and strategy."
Ranked Lawyers at
Latham & Watkins LLP
Singapore