Raja, Darryl & Loh
Raja, Darryl & Loh has established itself as a credible practice in the banking and finance realm, with a demonstrated ability in handling a range of advisory and enforcement work for Malaysia’s financial institutions. Clients have come to the firm for assistance in respect of private debt securities and conventional credit facilities. Under the leadership of Chew Phye Keat, the firm has recently been elected to advise two of the five applicants who were granted digital bank licenses by Bank Negara Malaysia. Syed Adam Alhabshi is strategically placed to expand the firm’s Islamic finance capabilities, and frequently advises on various components within this area. While Chong Kok Seng specialises in aviation finance, cross-border financing transactions, and debt restructuring, Chong Mei Mei is well-versed in foreign investments and the financing of fintech enterprises.
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Testimonials
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- 'Top-tier practice in the region.'
- 'Chong Kok Seng is a star.'
Key clients
- Malayan Banking Berhad
Work highlights
- Acted as the Malaysian counsel to HSBC Bank Canada in respect of the amendment of the Third Amended & Restated Credit Agreement, in relation to prior banking facilities of USD50m that had been granted to a Canadian public corporation by HSBC Bank Canada.
- Advised Carlyle Aviation Management in regard to the securitisation of a portfolio of aircraft.
- Advised an Islamic financial institution in conducting a Shariah rectification exercise after the discovery of a Shariah non-compliant event in respect of its Cash Line facility.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Chew Phye Keat