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A&O Shearman

Projects, Infrastructure & Energy

Global Guide 2026 : Malaysia


A&O Shearman

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Projects, Infrastructure & Energy - Malaysia

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is a leading international law firm active in the Malaysian market, assisting a range of large multinationals and prominent domestic clients. The firm is especially adept at handling Islamic finance transactions, also regularly advising on high-value capital markets issuances, restructuring, M&A, private equity investments and project finance. The team is entrusted by Malaysian corporates, GLCs, sovereign wealth funds and international investors, particularly in the energy, TMT and finance sectors. The firm primarily handles Malaysia work from its Singapore base, while also leveraging its other international offices.

Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised IHH Healthcare, a private healthcare group, on its USD900 million acquisition of Island Hospital Penang, a private hospital in Malaysia.

Strengths

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  • They are very practical, technically sound in their advice and very responsive.

    Projects, Infrastructure & Energy respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Sheila Ahuja
    Band 1Sheila Ahuja

    Sheila Ahuja

    Sheila Ahuja of A&O Shearman heads the dispute practice in Hong Kong and Singapore. She is extremely well versed in arbitration matters seated in a wide range of jurisdictions including London and Singapore.

    • Sheila Ahuja is a well-known practitioner in the field who is well respected and regarded highly.

      Projects, Infrastructure & Energy respondentGlobal
  • Malaysia, expertise based abroad in SingaporeJames Mythen
    Malaysia, expertise based abroad in SingaporeJames Mythen

    James Mythen

    James Mythen in Singapore is regularly involved in M&A deals in Malaysia, including within the TMT, banking and healthcare spaces. He counts leading Malaysian corporates among his clientele.

    • James is practical and commercial-minded. He takes into account our position in a transaction and is firm when negotiating.

      Projects, Infrastructure & Energy respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at A&O Shearman (3)

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