Rajah & Tann Asia, Banking & Finance: Domestic | Chambers Asia-Pacific Profile

About

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In today’s increasingly diverse and complex financial markets, banks, other financial institutions, local companies and multi-national corporations alike rely on Rajah & Tann’s experienced Banking & Finance practice to advise on all aspects of finance transactions including cross-border transactions.

Highly recommended by industry commentators and widely recognised among clients, our Banking & Finance lawyers have a wealth of knowledge, experience and understanding of the regulatory frameworks in Asia to assist clients. Our forte lies in offering thoughtful and comprehensive legal advice to domestic and international banks and other financial institutions, as well as their clients on a wide variety of instruments and cross-border transactions.

Within this practice

Rajah & Tann covers all forms of banking and finance practice, including the following areas:

Corporate Banking
Trade Finance
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Green & Sustainable Finance
Islamic Banking
Debt Capital Markets

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance: Regulatory - Singapore

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Rajah & Tann Singapore's lawyers are sought after by major banks and corporate borrowers due to an excellent track record in both large and mid-sized work, from traditional banking and syndicated lending to project and real estate finance. The team is capable of handling Sharia-compliant financings and green financing. It additionally offers notable regulatory expertise regarding fintech issues and digital licence applications. The regional offering is well-placed to handle cross-border instructions due to its network of offices across the region, including in Myanmar, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam and China.

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Work Highlights

R&T advised Vietjet on its confirmatory acquisition of CFM advanced Leap 1B Aircraft Engines.

Strengths

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R&T stands out for its solid grasp of the regulatory environment, paired with a practical and results-driven focus. They stay responsive under tight timelines and keep a clear line of communication.

Banking & Finance: Regulatory respondent
Asia-Pacific

Their clear, tailored and commercially focused advice ensures practical solutions, not just legal theory. Their strong experience with regulators allows them to facilitate a smoother process.

Banking & Finance: Regulatory respondent
Asia-Pacific

R&T stands out for its solid grasp of the regulatory environment, paired with a practical and results-driven focus. They stay responsive under tight timelines and keep a clear line of communication.

Banking & Finance: Regulatory respondent
Asia-Pacific

Their clear, tailored and commercially focused advice ensures practical solutions, not just legal theory. Their strong experience with regulators allows them to facilitate a smoother process.

Banking & Finance: Regulatory respondent
Asia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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Regina Liew

Band 1

Regina Liew has a market-leading regulatory practice in Singapore. She has expertise across a wide range of issues, including digital banking and bank restructuring.

She is knowledgeable, committed, proactive and responsive.

Regina is incredibly responsive, patient and user-friendly for someone whom we would regard as the oracle for financial services regulatory matters in Singapore.

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Angela Lim

Band 2

Angela Lim is a well-respected banking and finance lawyer in Singapore offering specific infrastructure expertise. She also regularly advises on term and bridge loan facilities.

Angela demonstrates a strong command of the regulatory framework and is highly effective in negotiating complex transactions.

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Sey Ming Ng

Band 3

Ng Sey Ming has built a strong reputation for cross-border transactions and acts for major banks and companies. His areas of expertise include real estate finance and sustainability-linked facilities.

Sey Ming has enabled us to negotiate and structure better terms, while prioritising effective risk management. This provides clear added value and we greatly appreciate his advice.

Sey MIng has good customer engagement. He is decisive, experienced, competent and provides good advice.

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Weilin Lee

Band 3

Weilin Lee is a strong transactional practitioner who is well placed to advise lenders on both onshore and offshore financings. She boasts particular expertise in real estate financing mandates.

Weilin is proficient in legal concepts and understands client requirements. She is able to use those skills to tailor approaches to the clients' needs.

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Xin Mei Lee

Band 4

Lee Xin Mei advises on a wide spectrum of debt and financing structures, including large acquisitions, project and syndicated financings.

She is super experienced, always available to chat and has an understanding of our requirements and deal complexities.

She's sharp, responsive, hands-on and pleasant to work with. She is able to understand our needs and strategy. She goes the extra mile to help us achieve a smooth close.

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Adzfar Alami

Up and Coming

Adzfar Alami is an up-and-coming practitioner in banking and finance who regularly advises lenders and borrowers on a range of sophisticated transactions. He counts domestic as well as foreign banks, businesses and institutions among his clientele.

Adzfar is sharp. He has been able to give us useful insight and guidance.

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