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Banking & Finance - Malaysia

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Christopher & Lee Ong has an established and experienced legal team in Kuala Lumpur that handles a comprehensive range of finance matters on behalf of both Malaysian and international banks. The team often advises energy companies on project financing, while also handling syndicated loans, real estate finance and refinancing. The firm handles deals in the energy, hospitality and construction sectors and is conversant in both conventional and Islamic finance.

Work Highlights

  • Christopher & Lee Ong advised AirAsia in successfully securing USD443 million in funding through the issuance of Regulation S secured notes to aircraft leasers and private credit funds.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Adrian Chee
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Band 1
Adrian Chee is a leading practitioner in Kuala Lumpur with particular strength in DCM and Islamic finance work, often advising on high-yield bonds and sukuk programmes.

He is the perfect lawyer.

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Jack Chor
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Band 3

Jack Chor is a partner who especially advises clients on project financing deals in Malaysia, acting for both lenders and borrowers. He is active on cross-border financing involving power projects and industrial facilities.

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Jennifer Lee
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Band 3
Jennifer Lee is a well-known lawyer in Kuala Lumpur's banking and finance market, regularly advising on DCM matters. She often acts for leading Malaysian banks on Islamic and conventional financing.

Jennifer was a joy to work with. She demonstrated excellent client service and commercial awareness throughout the exercise.

She is always very responsive and is able to manage stakeholders well.

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Malaysia

Banking & Finance

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Adrian Chee
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Band 1
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Jack Chor
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Band 3
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Jennifer Lee
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Band 3