Corporate & Finance (International Firms)
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Indonesia
Band 1
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+65 6428 2400Chambers Review
Milbank is a market-leading law firm with a long history of handling Indonesian transactions from its Singapore office. The law firm benefits from long-standing relationships with a diverse array of Indonesian corporate clients. The team handles a variety of M&A, banking and finance, capital markets and projects work, with particularly deep expertise in project finance transactions across the Indonesian archipelago. The group's additional areas of expertise include the energy, natural resources, TMT and real estate sectors. Clients include Lippo Karawaci, Amman Mineral Industri and Alam Sutera Realty.
Work Highlights
- Milbank advised Kawasan Industri Jababeka on the exchange offer and exit consent solicitation for its USD300 million 6.5% senior notes, due 2023.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Milbank are always very helpful in thinking with us about what the solution could be. They provide very timely responses and are always there."
"They are able to adapt and get back to us in a quick manner despite highly dynamic negotiations."
"Milbank are always very helpful in thinking with us about what the solution could be. They provide very timely responses and are always there."
"They are able to adapt and get back to us in a quick manner despite highly dynamic negotiations."
Notable Practitioners
David Zemans sits in Singapore and earns recognition for finance and M&A work in Indonesia. He advises major Indonesian and international financial institutions and corporates on cross-border mandates.
"David is one of the most experienced lawyers in the market. He has worked across every type of transaction and industry and knows many of the key business players. He is a trusted adviser who provides very responsive and practical advice."
Giles Kennedy is noted for his experience in cross-border capital markets deals involving Indonesia. Located in Singapore, he has experience of assisting clients with note issuances in the Indonesian market, as well as IPOs.
"Giles is always very quick to follow up and provide solutions and different ways to look at things."
Jacqueline Chan is based in Singapore and is highly regarded for her proficiency in M&A and joint venture transactions in the Indonesian market, across numerous sectors.
"Jacqueline is one of the most experienced lawyers in the Indonesian market. She is tireless and excels at managing difficult negotiations and processes."
"She is able to lead and supervise the deal team to ensure that key milestones are achieved within agreed timelines."
James Murray operates from Milbank's Singapore office. He possesses extensive experience in project finance, often acting for major international lenders on infrastructure and power projects in Indonesia, including IPPs.
"James has acted for us on some of the most complex structured finance transactions in Indonesia. His strong technical skills and ability to be creative are very valuable."
"I believe his legal ability is excellent, and perhaps essential, for us to successfully finalise the deal."
James Orme is based in Singapore. He is recognised for his skills in cross-border project finance and development, regularly acting for international and Indonesian lenders and sponsors. He is particularly active on projects in the mining sector.
"James is an exceptional finance lawyer. His technical skills are very strong, but he also delivers practical advice and is very good at handling complex negotiations."
"He has excellent commercial awareness and is able to resolve legal and commercial issues in a very fast manner."
Andrew Gibb is a special counsel in Singapore who has solid expertise in the energy and infrastructure sectors in Indonesia, often representing international lenders in relation to project financing and development.
"Andrew has provided extensive experience, especially in EPC contract management, and his strength is to give observations and advice across multiple disciplines."
"He is highly efficient and always provides clear advice."