Raja, Darryl & Loh is a respected firm in the sector, as evidenced by its involvement in high-profile banking and finance transactions, and through its relationship with leading banks and financial institutions. In addition to conventional financing advice, the group also demonstrates knowledge of financial technology, digital banking and aviation finance. On the Islamic finance side, the group advises on the structuring of novel Islamic products. Chew Phye Keat leads the team and is ably supported by Chong Kok Seng, who covers cross-border financing, and Syed Adam Alhabshi, a specialist in matters pertaining to Islamic regulatory compliance and governance for financial institutions.

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  • ‘Relevant advice, prompt when responding, and flexible with timing when ad hoc matters arise. Always maintain professionalism despite demands by us.’

Key clients

  • Public Islamic Bank Berhad
  • Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad
  • Alliance Islamic Bank Berhad
  • Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Berhad
  • AEON Bank (M) Berhad
  • Malayan Banking Berhad
  • Carlyle Aviation Partners
  • KAF Digital Bank Berhad
  • Citaglobal Capital Sdn Bhd

Work highlights

  • Engaged by BBAM Aircraft Management as Malaysian counsel in respect of the lease of one Airbus A321-200(P2F) aircraft to a Malaysian aircraft operator.
  • Engaged by Carlyle Aviation Management as Malaysian counsel in respect of the lease of one Airbus A320-200 aircraft to a Malaysian aircraft operator.
  • Advising AEON Bank, as the first Shariah-compliant digital bank in Malaysia, on the terms and conditions and documentation for various products and services.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Chew Phye Keat

Other key lawyers

Chong Kok Seng, Syed Adam Alhabshi