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Global Guide 2026 : Singapore

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Banking & Finance - Singapore

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What the Team is Known For

Linklaters Singapore is especially well-placed to advise clients on banking regulations in the technology sector. Its lawyers hold strong expertise in licensing issues relating to digital banking and online payments, acting for leading players in the banking and TMT industries. The team also handles general financial regulatory and investigations-related matters. It is well-connected with its regional offices across the Asia-Pacific region.

Foreign Desk

The Singapore team is experienced in handling Indonesian deals, often working alongside Widyawan & Partners, its associated law firm in Jakarta. It regularly advises clients on acquisition and bridge financings, with its clientele including major Indonesian borrowers and lenders, as well as multinational financial institutions. Philip Badge is a key contact.

The team is also highly regarded for its expertise in Indian-related financing mandates, including acquisition, corporate, and green financing, and is particularly well placed to advise on cross-border financing transactions. Philip Badge is a key contact.

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Strengths

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  • The team provided clear and concise legal analysis with a solution-oriented approach to help us navigate risk in complex situations. They have a deep understanding of the industry and regulators.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Linklaters has exceptional customer service. They consistently met deadlines and demonstrated a strong understanding of our business models.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Philip Badge
    Philip Badge

    Philip Badge

    Philip Badge remains a leading figure in the market, regularly handling big-ticket financings across the region.

    • Phil's one of the most knowledgeable lawyers in the region. His cross-border knowledge is off the scale. I would happily appoint him for anything.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Phil is highly experienced with financing matters and is able to provide excellent legal advice to resolve complex situations during the documentation process.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Peiying Chua Heikes
    Peiying Chua Heikes

    Peiying Chua Heikes

    Peiying Chua Heikes is a well-recognised banking regulatory lawyer in Singapore's market, especially advising on financial matters in the technology sector.

    • I found Peiying to be responsive and efficient. I could rely on Peiying to not only identify all the regulatory roadblocks but also to provide actionable feedback.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • She is able to deliver elegant, succinct and creative solutions. She is able to easily guide her clients through complex regulatory issues.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Evan Lam
    Evan Lam

    Evan Lam

    Evan Lam is well placed to advise financial institutions and corporates on a range of regulatory issues in Singapore's banking sector, as well as related matters involving derivatives.

    • Evan is wonderful to work with. He's always able to hop onto a call and is very reassuring and experienced. He comes highly recommended.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • He always provides the advice and solutions that we need.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Fiona Gray
    Fiona Gray

    Fiona Gray

    Fiona Gray is widely recognised for her banking and finance strengths. She is particularly well versed in handling matters for lenders on capital call facilities, pre-IPO loans, and term and revolving credit facilities.

    • Working with Fiona is very assuring. We trust her judgement and valuable insight.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Fiona is very resourceful, responsive and provides extremely sound commercial legal advice.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Dior Lin
    Dior Lin

    Dior Lin

    Dior Lin regularly acts for international banks as lenders in financing transactions. She is particularly skilled in structured finance transactions.

    • Dior has good commercial knowledge and is able to provide sensible legal advice on complex situations during legal negotiations.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • She is capable of raising the points we should be concerned about and giving advice on those. It's always about creating pragmatic advice that takes into account commercial realities.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Soumya Bhagavatula
    Soumya Bhagavatula

    Soumya Bhagavatula

    Soumya Bhagavatula is a highly rated associate with expertise across acquisition, project and bridge financing.
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