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Our Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Practice is one of the leading practices in its field.

We are consistently involved in the most challenging, complex and high profile transactions in Malaysia and across the region.

With a solid foundation in deal structures and mechanics, and extensive knowledge of corporate law and practice, our M&A practice is marked by the ability to deliver speedy, commercially-oriented and integrated services and advice, which is complemented by our Firm’s other practice areas.

We advise both public and private organisations and financial institutions on a broad range of transactions, including local and regional joint ventures, share and business acquisitions and disposals, corporate re-organisations, privatisations and mergers, leveraged buyouts, schemes of reconstruction and amalgamation, capital restructuring, inward and outward investments and private equity investments.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Malaysia

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Rahmat Lim & Partners maintains a market-leading corporate law offering in Malaysia, with an impressive team of lawyers regularly acting on cross-border and domestic M&A transactions. The firm advises on share acquisitions and divestments, business restructuring, joint ventures and private equity investments. The team also handles a steady flow of ECM work, including both Malaysian and foreign listings. The department often handles deals in the TMT, finance, real estate and insurance sectors, and acts for a range of clients including multinationals, listed companies and GLCs.

Work Highlights

  • Rahmat Lim & Partners advised NTT Data Japan Corporation on the acquisition of GHL Systems and its subsequent delisting from the Bursa Malaysia Securities.

  • Rahmat Lim & Partners advised CUCKOO International on the initial public offering and listing of shares on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Pui Yee Moy
1
Band 1
Moy Pui Yee leads Rahmat Lim & Partners' corporate law practice in Kuala Lumpur. She is a leading figure in the market who regularly acts on major cross-border acquisitions, including private equity deals.
Chee Hoong Chia
2
Chee Hoong Chia
2
Band 2

Chia Chee Hoong is well known for acting on notable share sales in Malaysia. He is particularly well placed to act on private equity deals, as well as handling other corporate transactions across numerous sectors.

Chee Hoong is calm under pressure and offers balanced advice that takes into account both legal risk and commercial outcomes.

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Lee Won Chen
2
Band 2
Chen Lee Won is a partner in Kuala Lumpur and is a well-respected M&A lawyer with expertise in foreign investments into Malaysia. She frequently acts on behalf of Malaysian and foreign buyers and sellers on a wide range of deals.

Lee Won Chen's cleverness, quick wit, and ability to come up with simple solutions to deceptively complex issues make her a cut above most M&A practitioners.

Lee Won Chen is extremely bright. She can see a few steps ahead, as opposed to dealing with just the current problems. Her advice and guidance is very comprehensive.

Lee Won is a very experienced M&A practitioner and an extremely dedicated lawyer determined to help you see your deal through. She is my go-to lawyer in Malaysia.

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Zandra Tan
3
Band 3
Zandra Tan has a strong track record in ECM transactions and has a notable specialism in REITs. She is able to assist with both Malaysian and foreign listings.

A seasoned professional with a wealth of knowledge and meticulous attention to detail, Zandra excels in handling intricate transactions.

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Malaysia

Corporate/Commercial: Equity Capital Markets

3
Zandra Tan
3
Band 3
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Pui Yee Moy
1
Band 1
Chee Hoong Chia
2
Chee Hoong Chia
2
Band 2
2
Lee Won Chen
2
Band 2

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