Chambers Review
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Banking & Finance: Debt Capital Markets - Malaysia
What the Team is Known For
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill has an established legal department, frequently advising high-profile Malaysian and global lenders on conventional and Islamic financing. Notable for its skilful handling of sophisticated Sharia-compliant transactions, it possesses broad expertise across debt restructuring and regulatory issues, syndicated loans, asset finance and real estate finance, as well as sukuk issuances.
Strengths
The team provides detailed answers to every question asked. Every aspect is looked at when providing advice.
The firm always keeps itself up-to-date on the current market and advises us on how to navigate this ever-changing landscape.
Work Highlights
Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill advised OSK Holdings on the legal documentation for its Islamic term financing and revolving credit facility.
Notable practitioners
Megat Hizaini Hassan has significant expertise in the Islamic finance sphere in Malaysia. He frequently advises financial institutions on complex sukuk structures. He is particularly well-versed in advising on banking regulatory matters relating to Sharia-compliant products.
He is generally an expert in his area of practice and is very knowledgeable.
He is a very strong and experienced individual who advises the client on the way forward without compromising the client's position.