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Wong & Partners member firm of Baker McKenzie International

Banking & Finance

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Malaysia

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Wong & Partners member firm of Baker McKenzie International

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Our banking and finance practitioners represent both financial institutions and corporate borrowers in every manner and aspect of loan transactions. These transactions include single bank loans and credit facilities (ranging from short-term unsecured facilities to global banking facilities involving multijurisdictional collateral), bilateral loans, syndicated loans and participations, and typically comprise term loans, revolving loans, letter of credit facilities and/or bid loan facilities. 

Having acted for both lenders and borrowers, or as transactional counsel on numerous deals, we draw on unique insight to develop creative and effective strategies for negotiation, compliance and risk management. We have helped structure and close pioneering transactions in international money centers as well as emerging markets.

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Banking & Finance - Malaysia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Wong & Partners has a highly regarded team of finance lawyers in Malaysia, assisting lenders and borrowers with conventional and Islamic finance transactions and leveraging a regional network to handle cross-border matters. The firm is especially active for leading financial institutions, with expertise across banking regulatory matters, and acquisition and syndicated finance, often assisting clients with both inbound and outbound deals. The team frequently advises on deals in the real estate, healthcare and energy sectors, among others, advising both Malaysian and foreign clients.

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Work Highlights

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  • Wong & Partners represented Public Investment Bank as the principal adviser and lead arranger in connection with the medium term notes programme of up to MYR250 million in nominal value for the issuance of medium term notes by MNH Global Assets Management as the issuer.

Strengths

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  • The attention to detail and the speed of turnaround are what I appreciate the most about the firm.

    Banking & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific

  • They provide very strong technical and legal advice and at the same time are able to understand the commercial aspects due to their experience.

    Banking & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Chin Hian (Mark) Lim
    Chin Hian (Mark) Lim

    Chin Hian (Mark) Lim

    Mark Lim (Lim Chin Hian) is a partner who has an impressive reputation in the Malaysian market for advising a broad range of clients on project and acquisition financings and DCM issuances, including Sharia-compliant deals.

    • Mark has proven to be a reliable counsel who provides 'outside the box' solutions. He always has his client's interest first and this differentiates him from the rest.

      Banking & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Mark Lim has been able to demonstrate a high level of proficiency and knowledge on the banking and finance related legal matters, resulting in superior quality services and sound legal advice.

      Banking & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific
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  • Elaine Foo
    Elaine Foo

    Elaine Foo

    Elaine Foo is a partner at Wong & Partners experienced in a range of financings including term loans, syndicated loans and acquisition finance. She acts on cross-border and domestic transactions and restructuring for borrowers and lenders.

    • Her expertise, attention to detail and timely assistance were invaluable in ensuring a thorough and smooth process to complete a complex deal.

      Banking & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Elaine is very knowledgeable and approachable. Whenever she handles our file, we know she will have our interest covered.

      Banking & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific
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