Ranking tables
Corporate/M&A: International | Global
Singapore
Eminent Practitioners
Band 1
Band 2
Band 3
Band 4
- Craig Loveless Norton Rose Fulbright
Dennis Barsky Jones Day
Jai Pathak Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP- Niranjan Arasaratnam Linklaters Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Parveet Singh Gandoak Jones Day
Rajeev Duggal Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom and Affiliates- Sharon Lau Latham & Watkins LLP
Siew Kam Boon Hogan Lovells Lee & Lee
Simon Weller Freshfields
Tom Platts Stephenson Harwood LLP
Band 5
Up and Coming
Eminent Practitioners
E David H Zemans
Milbank LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Eminent Practitioners |David Zemans is widely recognised for his impressive talents in complex cross-border transactions, often involving Indonesia as well as other jurisdictions in South-East Asia and further afield. He has experience acting for large companies in the healthcare, energy and technology sectors.
Band 1
1 Amy Beckingham
Latham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 1 |Amy Beckingham has an impressive track record in handling cross-border investments on behalf of leading international private equity houses.
1 Jacqueline ChanMilbank LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 1 |Jacqueline Chan possesses market-leading expertise in M&A and private equity transactions in various sectors across the Asia-Pacific region, in particular Indonesia. Operating from Singapore, she receives widespread praise and acts for some of the largest companies in the region as well as private equity funds.
1 Melissa Ng
Clifford Chance | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 1 |Melissa Ng is regarded as one of the premier corporate lawyers in Singapore. She advises high-profile multinational corporates and private equity funds on key cross-border transactions. She has particular expertise in energy and infrastructure deals, including in the Indonesian market.1 Sophie Mathur
Linklaters Singapore Pte. Ltd. | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 1 |Sophie Mathur is highly respected among market sources and clients alike for her expertise in Singapore's M&A space. She impresses with her deep expertise in cross-border M&A and private equity transactions, especially in the insurance and banking spheres.
Band 2
2 Jake RobsonGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 2 |Jake Robson of Greenberg Traurig is deeply experienced in handling cross-border corporate transactions across the Asia-Pacific region, working from Singapore. He is particularly focused on the financial services, technology and fintech sectors.
2 Jon Bowden
Freshfields | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 2 |Jon Bowden is a respected lawyer in Singapore who regularly assists clients with private equity investments and cross-border M&A, including within the finance and energy sectors.
2 Jonathan Olier
White & Case | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 2 |Jonathan Olier in Singapore is well reputed for his expertise in assisting international corporate clients and private equity funds with cross-border M&A and investments. He advises on transactions covering several industries, such as TMT, retail, real estate and logistics.
2 Nigel GleesonFreshfields | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 2 |Nigel Gleeson heads the firm's Singapore corporate law practice. He advises on cross-border M&A and private equity investments, as well as divestments, across a wide range of sectors.2 Sidharth BhasinLatham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 2 |Sidharth Bhasin is particularly adept at advising multinational corporates and private equity funds on M&A and joint ventures in the technology, energy and natural resources sectors, acting from the firm's Singapore office.
2 Valerie KongClifford Chance | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 2 |Valerie Kong is well regarded among market sources for M&A work out of Singapore. She also advises clients on private equity investments, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. She is instructed on deals across the South-East Asia and South Asia regions, as well as further afield.
Band 3
3 Alun Evans
Sidley Austin | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 3 |Alun Evans is recognised for his capabilities in handling commercial transactions across the region from his base in Singapore, particularly in the Philippines and Indonesia. He is experienced in advising private equity and asset management firms and strategic investors on M&A, investments and joint ventures.
3 Andrew D Martin
Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 3 |Andrew Martin is an experienced lawyer in Singapore focusing on multi-jurisdictional M&A in many sectors, including consumer goods and technology.
3 Charlie WilsonSidley Austin | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 3 |Charlie Wilson leads Sidley Austin's corporate team in Singapore and is well experienced in assisting corporates and private equity funds with multi-jurisdictional transactions and investments, especially in Indonesia.3 Farhana SharmeenLatham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 3 |Farhana Sharmeen is head of Latham & Watkins' Singapore corporate law practice. She possesses solid experience in assisting both domestic and international clients with sophisticated transactions. She advises on transactions in a range of sectors, including retail and technology.3 James Clayton-PayneLatham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 3 |James Clayton-Payne has a solid reputation for handling M&A and private equity investments across various jurisdictions from his base in Singapore, including in relation to Indonesia and the Philippines. He is particularly strong on energy and technology transactions.
3 James Mythen
A&O Shearman | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 3 |James Mythen earns market respect for his handling of private equity transactions, joint ventures and M&A. He is based in Singapore, and his clients include multinational corporates, GLCs and financial institutions. He has expertise in deals involving Malaysia and Myanmar.
3 Shirin TangBaker McKenzie Wong & Leow | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 3 |Shirin Tang is dual-qualified in Singapore and New York, and particularly recognised for her experience acting for investors and private equity clients on real estate and technology sector transactions.
Band 4
4 Craig LovelessNorton Rose Fulbright | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 4 |Craig Loveless is recognised for his talents in handling cross-border acquisitions and divestments for multinational corporations, funds and financial institutions across various sectors. He is based in Singapore.4 Dennis Barsky
Jones Day | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 4 |Dennis Barsky is an experienced US-qualified M&A and private equity lawyer based in Singapore. He regularly advises multinational companies and investment houses on cross-border transactions and private equity investments.4 Jai Pathak
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 4 |Jai Pathak is an experienced lawyer in Singapore with a good track record in M&A, joint ventures and corporate restructuring. He is particularly recognised for his expertise in deals involving India and the USA.4 Niranjan ArasaratnamLinklaters Singapore Pte. Ltd. | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 4 |Niranjan Arasaratnam is known for advising clients on an array of cross-border M&A from Linklaters' Singapore office, including particular expertise in the technology and e-commerce sectors.4 Parveet Singh GandoakJones Day | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 4 |Parveet Singh Gandoak in Singapore is particularly well versed in acting for international investment companies on foreign investments, including into India.4 Rajeev Duggal
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom and Affiliates | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 4 |Rajeev Duggal is regarded as a highly experienced lawyer in Singapore. He is well versed in acting for multinationals and investment companies on high-profile cross-border transactions, including M&A and SPAC deals.4 Sharon LauLatham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 4 |Sharon Lau in Singapore is experienced in providing assistance to private equity funds and multinational corporates with cross-border M&A and investments. She handles deals across South-East Asia.4 Siew Kam Boon
Hogan Lovells Lee & Lee | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 4 |Siew Kam Boon is an experienced corporate lawyer who handles acquisitions and private equity and venture capital investments. She acts for funds and clients in a wide range of sectors, including energy and technology.
4 Simon WellerFreshfields | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 4 |Simon Weller frequently handles high-profile cross-border corporate mandates for multinational clients in the food and beverage as well as financial services sectors. Leading the Asia global transactions group at Freshfields, he also handles investments and privatisations on behalf of private equity and other institutional investors
4 Tom Platts
Stephenson Harwood LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 4 |Tom Platts has experience advising on complex cross-border transactions for clients from a wide range of sectors. He heads Stephenson Harwood's corporate team in Singapore.
Band 5
5 Matthew Gorman
Addleshaw Goddard LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 5 |Matthew Gorman of Addleshaw Goddard is experienced in assisting corporates and private equity funds across a variety of sectors, including natural resources. He acts on deals across the region from the firm's office in Singapore.
5 Michelle Phang
Ashurst | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 5 |Michelle Phang is highly praised by clients for her knowledge of M&A transactions and insightful advice. She has a busy M&A and private equity practice advising on cross-border deals across the region, particularly those involving Indonesia.5 Robert ElliotLinklaters Singapore Pte. Ltd. | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 5 |Robert Elliot in Singapore receives recognition for his transactional practice. He is notably experienced in private equity investments and deals in the technology and energy sectors.
5 Tabitha Saw
Morrison Foerster | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 5 |Tabitha Saw has a growing reputation in Singapore's legal market, with particular experience in deals related to data centres, as well as in the logistics sector. She is experienced in handling large transactions.
5 Tom LinClifford Chance | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Band 5 |Tom Lin continues to gain market traction in Singapore for M&A matters. He is well versed in handling corporate transactions, including investments and sales, for private equity and investment companies in a range of sectors.
Up and Coming
U Jamie McLarenClifford Chance | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Up and Coming |Jamie McLaren is well regarded for his up-and-coming M&A practice in Singapore, which includes acting for financial sector clients and multinational corporates on a variety of corporate transactions, including spin-offs.U Nicholas DaviesGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Corporate/M&A: International2025 | Up and Coming |Nick Davies of Greenberg Traurig assists private equity and venture capital firms, as well as other institutional investors, with their strategic investments, acquisitions and joint ventures. He has a growing focus on the technology sector.