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Shook Lin & Bok LLP

Banking & Finance: Domestic

Global Guide 2026 : Singapore

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Shook Lin & Bok LLP

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We have a long tradition, since our establishment in 1964, of providing legal support to the banking & finance industry in Singapore.

Our well-recognised team acts for local and international banks and other financial institutions on major Singapore and cross-border transactions.

The areas in which our Banking & Finance Practice advises on include:

  • Acquisition finance
  • Asset and asset-backed finance
  • Bilateral and syndicated loans
  • Projects and property finance
  • Structured finance
  • Trade finance
  • Regulatory and licensing
  • Banking compliance and corporate governance
  • Debt restructuring
  • Derivatives
  • Islamic finance

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Banking & Finance: Domestic - Singapore

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Shook Lin & Bok's robust team advises domestic and foreign banks and corporates on acquisition and bridge financings, as well as refinancings. It is highly active with regard to real estate sector finance, especially on the lender side. The firm also has experience in sustainability-linked deals. The practice offers notable regional expertise, with a strong track record of acting as Singapore counsel on financing transactions across the region, including in India and Malaysia.

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Work Highlights

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  • Shook Lin & Bok acted for CIMB Bank Berhad on Frasers Hospitality Trust's SGD120 million sustainability-linked term financing facility.

Strengths

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  • They are able to handle sophisticated matters and are able to distil complicated legal issues into simple concepts, which makes it easier for the business to understand.

    Banking & Finance: Domestic respondentGlobal

  • Exceptional lawyers and a distinguished law firm. They offer reliable advice and practical solutions whenever possible, all while upholding legal rights.

    Banking & Finance: Domestic respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Kai Zee Liew
    Kai Zee Liew

    Kai Zee Liew

    Liew Kai Zee is known for his activity in the market and offers expertise in acquisition and real estate financing. He regularly advises both lenders and borrowers.

    • Kai Zee is a very knowledgeable and experienced lawyer. He is approachable, friendly and helpful. He is always willing to share his industry expertise.

      Banking & Finance: Domestic respondentGlobal

    • He is always responsive, gives good advice and always willing to help. He gives us the confidence to work with.

      Banking & Finance: Domestic respondentGlobal
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  • Stanley Lim
    Stanley Lim

    Stanley Lim

    Stanley Lim has a broad practice, including acquisition finance and syndicated term loan facilities. He often handles transactions in the real estate sector.
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